Image from above showing hanging objects and shadows. — Photo: Natalie Greppi

Craft

At HDK-Valand, craft is an artistic field rooted in material knowledge, making and critical reflection. You explore the possibilities of contemporary craft through practical and theoretical work, developing your own artistic practice and approach.

Study Craft

At HDK-Valand, craft is an artistic field rooted in material knowledge, making and critical reflection. You explore materials, techniques and processes while developing your own artistic practice and approach.

MFA Programme in Gothenburg

Ceramic Art

BFA programmes at Campus Steneby

Crafting Futures

MFA Programme in Gothenburg

Jewellery Art

BFA Programme in Steneby

Metal Art

MFA Programme in Gothenburg

Textile Art

Freestanding courses in Craft

Study Craft in Gothenburg and at Campus Steneby

Craft is taught in two distinct environments at HDK-Valand: in Gothenburg and at Campus Steneby in Dals Långed. Each location offers its own specialisations, workshops and opportunities to explore craft through artistic practice and material knowledge.

Gothenburg

Campus Steneby

Discover the study environment, workshops and craft programmes at Campus Steneby in Dals Långed.

Contact

Karl-Johan Skogh

Avd-/Sektionschef, Inst

+46 766-18 40 80

+46 31-786 40 80

carl.johan.skogh@hdk.gu.se

Head of the programmes at Campus Steneby

Here we gather articles, films, news and in-depth material that offer more ways into craft at HDK-Valand. Explore student work, our film gallery, digital platforms and other ways to get to know our material-based environments in Gothenburg and at Campus Steneby.

News – 3 June 2026

From the Workshop Floor to Academia – New Research Gives Craft Its Own Language

Blacksmith and artist Gustav Thane has developed a theory in his doctoral thesis that explores how craft knowledge can be…

News – 23 September 2026

Advanced equipment and straightforward conversations – Maja and Myrto were…

For HDK-Valand alumnae Maja Delborn and Myrto Patramani, the Textile Movement Talent Programme has opened doors to both…

Video (01:35)

Meet Heiner Zimmermann Professor of Arts and Crafts.

News – 20 May 2026

Shrouding blankets provide dignity and support after the loss of a child

A small wool blanket wrapped around a baby who is stillborn or lost during pregnancy can make a significant difference in an…

HDK-Valand Graduation

See the work by graduating students

Students and alumni stories

What is it like to study craft at HDK-Valand – and where can the education lead? Meet students and alumni who share their experiences, ways of working and paths after graduation.