cathy of california: "cat & bird" by evelyn ackerman, 1962

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"cat & bird" by evelyn ackerman, 1962

in 1949 jerome and evelyn ackerman attended an exibition for modern living which was organized by alexander girard. they left the exibition with a newfound way of thinking which inspired them to embark on a life of design. i think you too might have a similar experience if you are able to attend a marriage of craft and design: the work of evelyn and jerome ackerman which is currently on view at the craft and folk art museum in los angeles.

(image from handcrafted modern by leslie williamson)

January 24, 2011 | Permalink

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I love that piece!

Posted by: dawn | January 24, 2011 at 09:08 AM

I love the wall-hanging.. such vibrant color. And the peek into the apartment isn't bad either.

-xoxo Noe ADELLA AVENUE

Posted by: Noe @ Adella Avenue | January 24, 2011 at 04:43 PM

Saw the exhibit at the Mingei in San Diego last year. So excited that many of the Ackerman's pieces are right down the block from my house!!!

Posted by: Ellen B. | January 24, 2011 at 05:50 PM

this was a great show. I just stumbled across your blog and have bookmarked it! can't wait to explore more.

Anna

Posted by: Anna | June 07, 2011 at 10:24 AM

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