scholars
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Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Persons who have engaged in advanced study and acquired expertise in some special field along with accuracy and skill in investigation and powers of critical analysis in interpretation of such knowledge.
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Carolyn Mazloomi, interviewed by Emelie Gevalt, 2021-09-07
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Carolyn Malzoomi is a scholar, author, curator, quilter and founder of The Women of Color Quilters Network. In the interview, Mazloomi discusses the origins of the Network as a forum for African American quilters to learn the historical significance of African American quiltmaking and develop as working artists. Throughout the interview she speaks about the process of designing and creating her quilts, the significance of using cotton in her work, and the challenges she faces when making...
Dates:
2021-09-07
Henry Glassie, interviewed by Valérie Rousseau, 2021-07-29
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This interview touches upon Dr. Henry Glassie’s definition of folk art, as well as how his interest in the subject began. Glassie discusses his humanistic approach to his scholarship, specifically his methodology of listening and conducting interviews with artists in the field to understand the technical procedures and vocabulary inherent to their art-making. Throughout the interview Glassie distinguishes between artists and art makers in the USA versus the rest of the world. He also...
Dates:
2021-07-29