I agree with the article Value Judgment to some extent. When I initially think of the word "craft", I do think of something that is handmade. But, if our world is evolving with technology, who is to say that you cannot integrate craft and technology into one medium? Both technology and craft take skill; one mistake in either craft or technology can ruin a piece of work.
The Article quotes, "Skills have disappeared all around, as technologies change the rules of engagement." I believe as a human being if a person applies themselves they can acquire any skill they desire. Technology does change the game of art and craft, but that does not mean hand crafting and skills will be obsolete. The article also says, "If, as a society, we are losing the appreciation for craftsmanship, with its skills and this support for it, it is craftspeople that must be at the forefront of the resistance." As an artist I still have appreciation for craftsmanship, and I do not think that people are loosing this appreciation. On the other hand, if I view craftsmanship from another persons perspective, this might be the case. If this is the case, I believe many people are taking for granted the craftsmanship that exists around us.
If one is to look back to ancient Greek, Roman, or Egyptian architecture, they will see that those people were truly the masters craftsmanship. Our generation will probably never reach that level of perfection, even with technology. That being said, generations have come a long way with technology. Maybe it is time to give what we call "craftsmanship" and/or "technology" a new name.
Jackie Brumfield
Crafting Content
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