By exploring forms and color and using base materials, Annamaria Zanella radically innovated the language of jewelry An expert gold- and silversmith, she also excelled at the techniques of enameling and niello She won the prestigious Herbert Hofmann prize twice, in 1997 and 2006 The Italian maker studied under Francesco Pavan, Graziano Visintin, and Renzo […]
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Kumi Kaguraoka, a Japanese artist based in Tokyo, makes wearable pieces inspired by anatomy, beauty standards across cultures and time, and the imagined concerns of a future humanity faced with environmental and societal shifts. She wonders why we continually pursue ever-shifting, painful, and hard-to-maintain beauty ideals Her artwork plays with the idea of altering the
November, Part 2 There are so many reasons to purchase art jewelry… You got that hard-earned promotion—celebrate! You’re experiencing a once-in-a-lifetime occasion—honor it. You wrapped up that major accomplishment—pay it tribute. You want to mark the beginning of a new relationship or the end of one—commemorate it. Perhaps it’s an investment—do it! It’s the perfect
November 2022, Part 2 If you’re a member of AJF at the Silver level or above, you can add news and ideas to this bi-monthly report by going here. Not a member? Join AJF here. Listings gathered with assistance from Carrie Yodanis. APPLY FOR THE $20,000 SUSAN BEECH MID-CAREER GRANT Open to makers aged 35–55.
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The Jewellery Box chronicles Jorunn Veiteberg’s jewelry collection. Our reviewer calls it one of the best books about jewelry ever. Life-sized photos of the pieces—presented in order of purchase—appear almost from the start. Refreshing! Veiteberg examines her motivation to collect, shining a light on this human urge The author quotes from her diaries and talks about
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AJF visited NYC Jewelry Week, November 14 to November 20, 2022. The week was packed with jewelry-related events, including lectures, exhibitions, pop-ups, and opportunities to connect with like-minded jewelry enthusiasts. AJF hosted a lively conversation with a mix of seasoned and next-gen art jewelry enthusiasts and collectors who shared why they collect and the joy
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The $20,000 Susan Beech Mid-Career Grant offers prestige, recognition, and funding to the winner. Recognizes a mid-career artist who has made a substantial contribution to the field of art jewelry Open to makers aged 35–55 on the January 8, 2023, application deadline Proposal should be about jewelry, loosely defined Info here The distinguished jurors for
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SUSTAINABILITY. Preservation of the environment, along with a fondness for costume jewelry, are displayed in this necklace made from repurposed elements. I would love to be able to make simple things, and perhaps the chasing of this wish is what drives me on. With this new group of pieces made for Gallery Sienna Patti, I
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SUBVERSION. Although Fritsch makes rings from precious metal and stones, he uses these materials in revolutionary ways that topple traditional jewelry formats.
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HUMOR. Referencing the children’s story about telling lies versus telling the truth, the Pinocchio series offers a witty commentary on our era.
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November 2022, Part 1 If you’re a member of AJF at the Silver level or above, you can add news and ideas to this bi-monthly report by going here. Not a member? Join AJF here. Listings gathered with assistance from Carrie Yodanis. APPLY FOR THE $20,000 SUSAN BEECH MID-CAREER GRANT Open to makers aged 35–55.
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November, Part 1 There are so many reasons to purchase art jewelry… You got that hard-earned promotion—celebrate! You’re experiencing a once-in-a-lifetime occasion—honor it. You wrapped up that major accomplishment—pay it tribute. You want to mark the beginning of a new relationship or the end of one—commemorate it. Perhaps it’s an investment—do it! It’s the perfect
