When Joe Cunningham started making quilts in 1979, it was an unusual occupation for a man—a fact that set him free as a fabric artist. We hope you’ll enjoy listening to: “The Uncommon Quilts of Joe Cunningham,” written and narrated by Jeff Greenwald and produced by Pauline Bartolone: bit.ly/4hdouE9
The Uncommon Quilts of Joe CunninghamQuilting, which is so often treated as a “domestic” art or folk art, is a serious craft—and a serious business. Today’s featured story profiles a master artisan who has been part of the modern quilting movement for more than four decades. "The Uncommon Quilts of Joe Cunningham" was written and narrated by Jeff Greenwald. You can read the original story at https://craftsmanship.net/field-notes/the-uncommon-quilts-of-joe-cunningham/ This is the Craftsmanship podcast, a series about the artisans, makers, and innovators who are creating a world built to last. It is hosted and produced by Pauline Bartolone. Craftsmanship's managing editor is Laurie Weed. Todd Oppenheimer is the founding editor and executive director. Theme music is from Blue Dot sessions. Cover image by Jeff Greenwald. Subscribe to Craftsmanship on Substack: https://craftsmanship.substack.com/ Craftsmanship is funded by grants and individual donations, and every bit of financial support goes a long way. You can support our journalism by making a donation at www.craftsmanship.net.bit.ly