Joan Carrigan
Media: natural fibers, wood
Joan Carrigan is a Salt Spring Island-based basket maker whose career spans over 33 years. Trained in Fine Art and Art History at the University of Guelph, Joan’s work bridges traditional craft and contemporary expression. She is recognized for her use of diverse basketry techniques and her knowledge of natural materials, many of which she respectfully gathers from the local landscape. Joan’s work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, and she has received multiple distinctions, including two Project Grants from the Canada Council for the Arts and two Handweaver Guild of America Awards. Her pieces are known for their refined execution and sensitivity to form, function, and place.
In addition to her studio practice, Joan is a highly respected educator and mentor. She teaches workshops across Canada and internationally, fostering the next generation of basket makers.
http://www.joancarrigan.com/
