Atlantic Canada Craft Awards for
Excellence
Nominees for the 2002 ACCAE
Awards
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2002 Awards Winners - February
2002
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These awards are ACTS principal form of
recognition for leadership and excellence in a professional craftsperson's
life and for those who are strong supporters of the industry. These awards
are given annually in conjunction with a special event to be held during
the Atlantic Craft Trade Show.
Categories of the Atlantic Canada Craft
Award Nominations One Atlantic Craft Award is presented in each of the following
categories:
Excellence in Product
Design
Outstanding Exporter
Outstanding Retailer
Industry
Leader/Supporter
More Information on the Awards can be
obtained by scrolling down this page or by clicking on the headings
below:
Excellence in Product
Design An award will be given for the producer whose products consistently
demonstrate the significant use of design solutions in all stages of the
conception, development and production of their products. The purpose of
this award is to increase awareness of the benefits of design to
producers, and to draw attention to the high quality of product design in
the Atlantic region. Criteria will include but not limited to:
Outstanding
Exporter An award will be given to an individual, organization or company who
has been instrumental in the exporting of crafts/giftware from one or more
of the Atlantic Provinces outside of this region, for a period of over 2
yrs. The purpose of the award is to increase the profile of manufacturers
and products, and to draw attention to the extent of export achievement
from the Atlantic region. Criteria will include but not limited to:
Outstanding
Retailer An award will be given to an individual, organization or company who
successfully represents the regions identity through quality craft, gift
and apparel products. This award recognizes excellence in display,
merchandising and service to the public and the significant contribution
to the growth of the industry by assisting in the development of producers
and their product lines. Criteria will include but not limited to:
Industry
Leader/Supporter An award will be given to an individual or organization/company that
has demonstrated superior leadership, development of quality crafts and/or
giftware and has made exceptional contributions to the industry over the
past five years. The purpose of this award is to recognize the leadership
and support qualities made by an individual through his or her
organization, company, school, tourism, marketing or activities within
one's community toward the industry in the Atlantic region. Criteria will include but not limited to:
Submissions Self nomination is acceptable for all categories. Nominations should be
accompanied by supporting documentation (i.e.photographs, letters of
support, etc.) A business may be nominated in more than one category.
Separate nomination forms must be provided for each award. Nominations are
to be submitted in writing on the approved Nomination Form outlining the
nominee's background, industry experience and reason for the nomination.
It is to the benefit of the nominee that you enclose as much pertinent
information as is possible to support your nomination. The nominator is
responsible to ensure the nominating package is complete and as a guide
should address all items on the nomination check list found on this page.
Additional information about the nominee is welcome. Submit your
nomination to the representative in your area. Nomination forms are
available from the ACTS office or your ACTS government representative, see
our contact page for more information. Deadline The nomination must be received by the provincial representative no
later than October 19th, 2001. Nomination forms for the 2002 ACCAE Awards
will be available by June 2001. Nominations received after the deadline
will be entered in the following year's awards. Nominators are responsible
to supply all required information. Eligibility All crafts persons having their manufacturing operation located in one
or more of the Atlantic Provinces, and working full-time in the industry
(your primary income must be generated from your craft or giftware
operation) will be eligible to be nominated for the Product Design and
Outstanding Exporter awards. Any individual, commercial producer,
retailer, association or industry contributor from Atlantic Canada will be
eligible to be nominated for the Industry Leader/ Supporter
Award. Review Committee A review comprised of the sitting members of the ACTS Board of
Directors, the Acts Show Director and four (4) appointees from the
industry will review all nominations and their decisions will be
final. Winning
Nominations The winners will receieve the Atlantic Canada Craft Award for
Excellence.
The following list is provided to assist you
with the nomination process. The list indicates how the jury will evaluate
the nominations. Your nomination should be an accurate representation of
the nominee's accomplishments and abilities, so be sure to include all
relevant information. To benefit those making a nomination submission, we
have included the jurors point percentages for weighting the nominations,
see individual award criteria. Should you have any questions, please
contact your provincial representative. Excellence in Product Design
Outstanding Exporter
Outstanding Retailer
Industry Leader/Supporter
This Nova Scotia business was first started in 1992 by a graduate
of the Nova Scotia College of Art & Design. She has created a
commercially viable product which also meets the most demanding
standards of creativity and visual innovation. The product line,
which includes earrings, brooches, greeting cards and matted images,
is a liberal outpouring of this artist’s creativity and
individuality. The artist’s choice of materials for this particular medium
further enhances her workmanship and casual style, and has set her
apart as a leader in product design for this reason.
This company started over 20 years ago making jewellery for their
local markets and getting their main inspiration from the land and
sea around them. The rich natural textures and designs have helped
this business grow into an export success story, with only a small
portion of their sales staying within their home province. Today
they export over 90% of their product line outside Atlantic
Canada. This producer has expanded their initial market of jewellery, to
include home fashions, office designs, table top fountains, and much
more, most with a sea life theme. The exceptional quality, eye for
detail, and commitment to business has maintained this company’s
standing since 1978, and will continue on for many years.
In 1992, this business sold the work of 30 to 40 craft members,
and the retail selling space was a mere 150 square feet. Each year
the shop grew. One year the increase was as much as 80%. The number
of craft producers now selling products there is more than 171
members. The selling space has increased to 860 square feet. All craft
work is juried and only the highest quality workmanship is accepted.
Standards for design, technique and materials are high and shop
staff are friendly and knowledgeable, making any visit to the shop a
unique and satisfying experience. Each purchase from the shop is
accompanied by an artist profile as well as directions about how to
care for your craft item. Shop staff know about the producers and products they represent
and use this information as a selling tool. Customers leave the shop
with a feeling of being somewhere true and sincere. This shop
strikes the perfect balance between providing support and guidance
to craft producers, and meeting the needs of its customers.
This organization was first formed in 1965, and incorporated in
1975, a non-profit organization with a mandate to promote the making
and acceptance of quality handcrafted items through the provision of
programs and services. The Board, currently with 11 positions, has mandated several
programs and services to ensure quality handcrafted products from
it’s individuals, including organizing and opening its own retail
outlet. The membership of this Council has grown from a mere 39
craftspeople in 1965 to it’s current number of 150. One of the
Council’s major events is the annual Christmas Craft Fair, now it
its 37th year. From the interest free loan program, to newsletters,
to Display cases in the Visitor Information centers, this Council is
committed to the craftspeople of Prince Edward Island.
1999 Award Winners
1999 Award Nominees
Awards Criteria for
Nomination
ACCAE - Award
Winners for 2002
Winners
Announced February 2, 2002
Norris Arm, NF
Fredericton, NB
Charlottetown, PEI
Charlottetown, PEI
ACCAE - Award
Nominees for 2002
Jane Sasonow-White, Jas Silks -
Norris Arm, NF
Sharon Fiske, Clayworks - Halifax, NS
Joan
Bruneau - Lunenburg, NS
Wendy Johnston Pottery - Hillsborough,
NB
Multi-Ply Wood Design - Fredericton, NB
Jim Brackett -
Halifax, NS
The Dark Tickle - Griquet,
NF
NovaMercantile.com - White's Lake, NS
Multi-Ply Wood Design -
Fredericton, NB
The Island Crafts Shop - Charlottetown,
PE
Simple Things - Mahone Bay, NS
Under One Roof - Annapolis
Royal, NS
Oval Door Arts & Crafts - Hillsborough, NB
Joan Auld - Charlottetown,
PE
Cumberland Co. Black Artisans Network - Amherst, NS
Cape
Breton Centre for Craft & Design - Sydney, NS
ACCAE - Award
Winners for 2001
Winners Announced
Halifax, NS
Craft Council of
Newfoundland & Labrador - St. John's, NF
Charlottetown, PE
ACCAE -
Award Nominees for 2001
Margaret Boyle, Common Thread
Studio - Fredericton, NB
Susan Corbin, Paperchain Jewellery -
Halifax, NS
SUMO - Hampton, NB
Lynda Constantine, Constantine
Designs - Petitcodiac, NB
Delia Pewter - Paradise, NF
Bejewel
by Trudy Gallagher - Fredericton, NB
La Difference Fine Craft and Art -
Moncton, NB
The Craft Council Shop - St. John's, NF
Aitkens
Pewter - Fredericton, NB
The Island Crafts Shop - Charlottetown,
PE
Old Orchard Crafts - Burton, NB
Katie Parnham - St. John's,
NF
P.E.I. Crafts Council - Charlottetown, PE
Peter Thomas -
Gagetown, NB
ACCAE - Award
Winners for 2000
ACCAE -
Award Nominees for 2000
The Soap Shoppe - Ste. Anne-de-Kent,
NB
Egan E. Eggert, Chichadee Woodworking - St. Andrew's,
NB
Blue Mist Pewter - Springhill, NS
Lunenburg Soap Co. -
Lunenburg, NS
Colour Your Clay - Sydney, NS
Diana Dabinette -
Shoe Cove, NF
George Georgeio - Upper Gullies, NF
Mike Massie
- Upper Amherst Cove, NF
Peter Powning - Markhamville, NB
C.L. Decor Ltd. - St. Francois,
NB
Neil O'Grandy - Carbonear, NF
Bejewel by Trudy Gallagher -
Fredericton, NB
Old Orchard Crafts - Oromocto, NB
The
Hidden Jewel - Pugwash, NS
ATTICA Furnishings - Halifax,
NS
Beavercraft - Stephenville, NF
The Island Craft Shop -
Charlottetown, PE
Bejewel by Trudy Gallagher - Fredericton,
NB
Gwen Lawson - Stephenville, NF
NONIA - St. John's,
NF
Patricia McClelland, Sydney, NS
1998 Award Winners
Karen Pottle - Exploits
Oilskin Originals, NF
Harry Moore - Seagull Pewter Design Team,
NS
Sue Klabunde - Spots Pots Inc., NS
Ray Mackie - Lucky Rabbit Pottery, NF
Gail Griffiths - Newfoundland Weavery,
NF
Chris Joyce - ARTrage Studio, NS
Great Northern Knitters, PE
Newfoundland & Labrador Crafts
Development Association
St. John's, NF
Adriane Abbott, NS
1998 Award Nominees
Seagull Pewter, NS
Exploits Oilskin
Originals, NF
Sylvia Ridgway, PE
Images in Slate, NF
Sports Pots, NS
Ray Mackie, NF
Gail Griffiths, NF
Bay Life Art, NS
Cabin Feaver
Carving, NS
Jeffrey Cowling, NS
Stitches from Salmonier,
NF
Chris Joyce, NS
Bay Life Art, NS
Great Northern
Knitters, PE
Newfoundland & Labrador Crafts
Development Association, NF
Trudi Walker, PE
Elizabeth Mason, NS
Sandra Winter,
NS
The Textiles Studio Program, NF
Adriane Abbott, NS