[Jewelry making - Article 00253] - [Orchid] Why Young People Care About Handmade Things

[Valerie]

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    I could use your help, I'm writing a speech in the next couple of
    days. 

    Next week I will be on the panel of a seminar. The paragraph below
    describes what the seminar is about. 

    "Appealing to Young Collectors, Why Young People Care About Handmade
    Things" 

    Puzzled by what to buy or make for the 18-35 age group? Clueless
    about what the "crazy kids" are doing these days? Craft is back! A
    new generation of crafters -- motivated by environmentalism, social
    responsibility and a punk aesthetic -- have become the catalyst for a
    resurgence in handmade. DIY ethics give these socially conscious
    consumers a special appreciation for what you do. Learn what
    pop-culture influences have shaped their artistic tastes. Find out
    how you can engage these newcomers to craft by understanding your
    differences -- and your many similarities. 

    I am supposed to speak from the view of an Artist, I have my own
    jewelry business on the side. 

    I am also going to speak from the perspective of a show manager and
    what trends I'm seeing and how I think we could get younger artists
    into the show, Buyers Market of American Craft. 

    I would love your opinion, if you could share your experiences, and
    even if you have more questions to pose that will really get the
    ideas flowing. 

Thanks for your help!
Valerie
http://www.vahjewelry.com
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