Circle Craft Co-operative is a unique BC Artist Cooperative dedicated to providing opportunities for craftspeople to connect with the community. Formed in 1972, Circle Craft has grown to become a major force in the marketing and promotion of quality craft, utilizing a ‘direct from the artist’ approach.
Built on a reputation for integrity and quality, both our annual Christmas Market and the Shop and Gallery on Granville Island are Vancouver traditions for locals and visitors alike, and encompass a wide variety of media and design styles. Our organization is self-sustaining and is supported by commission on sales and participation fees.
Our 1994 mission statement reflects the aims of our founding members: “to promote the development, recognition and success of members and their work.” We are proud of our achievement in fulfilling our mission: Circle Craft is one of the most successful organizations of its kind in North America.
As a full time artist and papermaker Jan has been commissioned to make works to enhance the decor of hotels, businesses and private homes. She has explored, with enthusiasm, the versatility of the paper medium creating works from dyed, sculpted, pressed, molded and layered papers as well as 3-D objects and sculptures.
Meet Thelma Ruck Keene, one of the founding members of Circle Craft Cooperative's Gallery committee.
Circle Craft’s Members are chosen by our Selections Committee through an application and jury process.
We are excited to welcome the following new members!
38th Annual Circle Craft Christmas Market welcomes 280 artisans from coast to coast.
The 2011 Market will take place at the Vancouver Convention Centre West, 1055 Canada Place, November 9-13, 2011.
