Conversations

MAKE has been formed by over 200 conversations, which took place across Scotland during 2016 and 2017. Here, a selection of transcriptions capture and concentrate a shared vision for craft and outline a set of action points that directly reflect the issues of makers living and working in Scotland today.

Hilary Grant

"The development of a knowing national identity for craft in Scotland that is self-aware and that doesn’t draw on pastiche feels vital..."

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Diana Sykes

"The formal recognition of craft as an art form in addition to a creative industry by Creative Scotland in their work and plans would be very meaningful..."

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Laura Hamilton

"Galvanise Visit Scotland, heritage sectors, local shops, galleries and hotels into supporting and promoting local makers by showcasing and stocking their work..."

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Mhari McMullan

"How can we invest in skill at all levels of education..."

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Pamela Conacher

"When you see Scottish craft displayed at events like Collect, SOFA and London Design Fair, it does really stand out..."

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Soizig Carey

"We need a range of curatorial voices that understand quality. ..."

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Katy West

"There is an openness in manufacturing that has really enabled craft makers to utilise the best of hand, machine and digital facilities in Scotland..."

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Jonathan Rose

"I feel the strength in the Scottish crafts scene is in its encouragement of individuals to take responsibility for their profession..."

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Alison MacLeod

"Craft is all about the narrative behind the work..."

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