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July 2009 Blog Posts (16)

Alter Ego - The Other I

Like to play somebody you couldn’t possibly be in the real world? Create an alternative personality or persona? Become your own alter ego?

This exhibition invites designers across various disciplines to create an alter ego for themselves and use this creation as a means to push boundaries, explore ideas and create works that they may never have dared to if they were creating as “themselves”.

Exhibiting Designers,… Continue

Added by Zoe Brand on July 31, 2009 at 1:25pm — 1 Comment

Awkward Objects: A Symposium

Awkward Objects addresses the processes and consequences of making objects. It challenges perceived boundaries of aesthetics, functionality and subject matter in disciplines that are often considered or expected to be “palatable”. The presentations consider a range of means of treading those boundaries and promise to mention the unmentionable.

Convened by Karin Findeis, the keynote speaker is Dr Damian Skinner, recipient of a 2009 SCA visiting research fellowship, and curator of… Continue

Added by Karin Findeis on July 31, 2009 at 4:30am — No Comments

Unwearable Unbearable Untouchable

The Jewellery & Object Studio of Sydney College of the Arts, University of Sydney, in conjunction with Sydney Design 09, presents a trio of exhibitions:

Unwearable

Why would a jeweller choose such a confrontational title for an exhibition of work from the last 15 years as Unwearable? It’s a provocation. Those familiar with New Zealand’s Lisa Walker’s work won’t be surprised. The very best jewellery in her exhibition aggressively challenges us on a material,… Continue

Added by Karin Findeis on July 30, 2009 at 8:30pm — No Comments

Masaoms - Etsy Featured Seller

Dont forget to check out Marta Sanchez - featured seller on the front page of etsy. Interview here.

Added by Cate Salter on July 26, 2009 at 9:51pm — No Comments

Sung-yeoul Lee

http://www.apparat.be/brooches/sung-yeoul-lee

Added by apparat on July 24, 2009 at 4:22pm — No Comments

Showcasing International contemporary jewellery Artists

Let me introduce you to http://www.apparat.be:

Being an artist myself (jewellery and sculpture http://www.arnaud-sprimont.be), .

I created this blog to share and celebrate my passion for contemporary jewellery.

International and multicultural, apparat.be hopes to inspire and be inspired.

To learn from the various cultures, concepts and creations that exist around the world.

The… Continue

Added by apparat on July 23, 2009 at 8:07pm — No Comments

In the Jewellery Box: Amy Li 23 July - 12 August

"I make a point of using non-precious and common materials in combinations that can be surprising. Different forms have created feelings or associations with creatures, achieving entirely unexpected results from the process.

I have to create a place that brings laughter, and use my creatures as a way of making three-dimensional well-made decorative object more accessible. There is a quality of playfulness, fantasy and dreamlike… Continue

Added by Masterworks Gallery on July 23, 2009 at 9:17am — No Comments

Barbara's own 'Ring to Herself" for her 55th Birthday

The style is called - big-up, the construction is our 'basket setting' style in 18ct Yellow Gold. The "hero" gem was sourced in Sydney from George Palos while the Diamonds are from Storch and Co. in Sydney. © Jeweller to the Lost - Barbara Heath - Brisbane. All photography is done on the flat bed CanonScan 8800F scanner at the studio with the remaining digital realisation by mal E in Photoshop - CS3 version.…

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Added by Malcolm Enright on July 16, 2009 at 3:50pm — No Comments

A review of Treasure

REVIEW: Treasure, 12-14 June 2009

written by Catherine Marche

“The aim of the show is to evolve the debate about where the boundaries lie between jewellery, sculpture, craft and design,” say Della and Gideon Cleary who selected over 70 of the best designer makers working in Britain today to exhibit at Treasure .

The show was very professional, vibrant and well attended.… Continue

Added by Catherine Marche on July 15, 2009 at 7:44pm — No Comments

Currently accepting proposals for our Annual Christmas Showcase

Calling for expressions of interest for the gallery’s 2009 Christmas gift showcase. Opening mid November, it provides an excellent opportunity to showcase and sell new work during this busy period.

We are looking for original and contemporary jewellery that demonstrates standards of excellence in both design and manufacture. Ideally, work would able to be restocked if purchased.

KEY DATES

30th August 2009 Expressions of interest due (late applications are unable… Continue

Added by Studio 20/17 on July 13, 2009 at 7:46am — No Comments

marketing

We invite you to the launch of 'the brown paper collective' , a multi-disciplinary arts collective consisting of artists from the fields of drawing, glass and jewellery. The launch takes place at a market - the upcoming 'this is not a design market' in central Melbourne. The inaugural 'this is not..' coincides… Continue

Added by Melissa Cameron on July 11, 2009 at 9:37am — No Comments

handSTAND exhibition

handSTAND, unfamiliar and innovative Contemporary NZ Jewellery

NZ Group Exhibition, Catalogue and three Awards

Standing on your head is not common. Nor is the exhibition and catalogue titled handSTAND. Twenty One emerging contemporary jewellery… Continue

Added by Peter Deckers on July 7, 2009 at 11:00pm — No Comments

JHANA MILLERS winner of the RESENE award

The RESENE Award goes to Jhana Millers. Read more about the judge's thoughts

Jhana Millers

Necklace: 'Charm Bracelet'

Materials: Advertising brochures, adhesive

JHANA… Continue

Added by Peter Deckers on July 7, 2009 at 10:00pm — 1 Comment

VIVIEN ATKINSON runner up of the TOPMARK award

The 2009 TOPMARK Award runner up is Vivien Atkinson. Read more about the judge's thoughts

Title of the works: Suite: Illusions Materials: Sugar Paste, Royal Icing, Tulle, Sterling Silver

VIVIEN… Continue

Added by Peter Deckers on July 7, 2009 at 9:41pm — 1 Comment

VAUNE MASON, first prize winner of the 2009 TopMark awards

The 2009 TOPMARK Award goes to VAUNE MASON. Read more about the judge's thoughts

Vaune Mason Title: Control

Materials: fine and sterling silver, recycled Jarrah wood, leather, copper, printed… Continue

Added by Peter Deckers on July 7, 2009 at 9:23pm — 1 Comment

handSTAND awards winners

handSTAND offers three awards for their exhibitors, sponsored by TopMark Products and Resene Paints

Judge's thoughts on the TopMark and Resene Award Winners:

The first four years in a contemporary jewellery career is a pivotal time. Inevitable and obvious… Continue

Added by Peter Deckers on July 7, 2009 at 9:00pm — 1 Comment

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