Clay, glass, metal, wood, and fiber are generally considered to be craft materials used for utilitarian objects. In this chapter the processes used to create objects from these materials are discussed. The role of craft in the world of art in contemporary society is shifting. Objects of utility are being recognized for their unique creativity as well as their messages.

Read all of Ch. 12 Craft and Design (eText) in the eTextbook, paying special attention to the topics mentioned in the Module Introduction.