Materials Hard + Soft 2025

Recognized as one of the premier craft exhibitions in the country, Materials: Hard + Soft began was originally designed in 1987 by GDAC founding member, Georgia Leach Gough. The exhibition celebrates the evolving field of contemporary craft and the remarkable creativity and innovation of artists who push the boundaries of their chosen media. Traditionally, this exhibition has celebrated the finest artworks crafted from materials such as ceramic, wood, fiber, metal, glass, paper, and mixed media. In 2025, we've expanded our horizons to include digital media and conceptual art that explore the themes of hardness and softness through ephemeral mediums/concepts such as light (or the absence of light), air, and language.

Displayed February 27 through May 2, 2025. See the 2025 winners here and check out the exhibition catalogue. For more information about MHS and the call for next year’s show, details can be found on the MHS Call webpage.