July 2024, Part 2

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Listings gathered with assistance from Carrie Yodanis.

AJF LIVE WITH BRYAN PARNHAM, JULY 31, 2024, 12 P.M. EST
We’ll be speaking with the 2024 Young Artist Award winner. Jewelry-making is a bit of an accident for Parnham. He wants to be a painter, a photographer, a printmaker, a sculptor, an engineer, a scientist, a philosopher, a comedian, a scholar. But not just one— he wants to pick and choose combinations and weave between them. Jewelry is small and relatively permissive. It’s the right place to poke at the boundaries that separate different mediums. Online, free and open to all. Register here.

EVENTS
We have a dedicated page for them. Go here to see the list.

FEEL LIKE SEEING A JEWELRY SHOW?
Find these listings and many, many more on our dedicated exhibition page:

• Bijoux de Femme: De Femme à Femme, at L’Abbatiale du Château de Saumur through July 27
• Beyond Adornment, at the Seoul Museum of Craft Art through July 28
• Mari Ishikawa: Water, at Jewelers’Werk Galerie through August 10
• Time and Again, at Pistachios Contemporary Art Jewelry through August 18
• Melanie Bilenker, Jacqueline Bishop, Venetia Dale, & Lauren Kalman .\ If You Should Forget Me for a While, at Sienna Patti through August 18
• Glowworm: Moniek Schrijer, at Galerie Door through August 18
• Kohkoh & Point Series, at Mobilia Gallery through August 21
• Makeshift [Gardenz], at Brooklyn Metal Works through August 25
• A Collector’s Journey: Susan Grant Lewin and the Art Jewelry World, at Lowe Art Museum through September 14
• Zu design & Jane Bowden, at JamFactory through September 15
• Bettina Speckner: American Diary, at Sienna Patti, August 3–September 29
• Bracelets, Bangles and Cuffs, at Metal Museum through November 17
• OUT of the Jewelry Box, at the Museum of Arts and Design through April 12, 2026

FROM OUR MEMBERS

THE OPENING OF A COLLECTOR’S JOURNEY DRAWS A GREAT TURNOUT
Preeminent collector Susan Grant Lewin traces her passion for art jewelry back to her work in the 1980s and 90s as a journalist and communications executive. She has followed the careers of art jewelry practitioners for four decades. On view at the Lowe Art Museum, Coral Gables, FL, through September 14, 2024. Info.

BRACELETS, BANGLES AND CUFFS: 1948–2024, AT THE METAL MUSEUM THROUGH NOVEMBER 17, 2024
This exhibition features  contemporary bracelets owned by Helen Drutt, an AJF member and a renowned educator, gallery owner, author, patron of the arts, and advocate of modern and contemporary craft. Over 90 examples by international artists examine cultural, political, and personal meanings wrapped around a wearer’s wrist. Drutt adds historic context and scholarly weight to the diverse pieces on display, which illustrate a wide variety of traditional metalsmithing techniques, experimental methods and materials, and contemporary processes. More.

HEATHER GUIDERO TRUNK SHOW AT SIENNA PATTI: JULY 26–28, 2024
A RISD grad and former goldsmith at NYC’s Reinstein/Ross, Guidero produces work inspired by modernist design. In her classic and everyday jewelry with a modernist twist, stones are carefully chosen for color and contrast and often set within clean lines and wearable settings. Info.

YOU’RE INVITED TO THE OPENING OF ZU DESIGN & JANE BOWDEN
It takes place July 18, 2024, 6 p.m., at JamFactory, in Adelaide, Australia. RSVP required. Do so here. The artists in the show—Simon Williams, Angela Giuliani, Renai Perkas, Jialei Zheng, Susannah Gai, and Bowden—are in Gallery 2 of the art space, and excited to be exhibiting alongside Julie Blyfield, JamFactory Icon 2024, in Gallery 1. Both shows are up through September 15.

ART JEWELRY TAKES THE STAGE ON ANTIQUES ROADSHOW UK!
Jane Bowden, of Zu design, spotted this episode on YouTube. A segment called “Basic, Better, Best” asked the appraiser to classify items from least to most expensive. It featured neckpieces by Caroline Broadhead, Wendy Ramshaw, and Adam Paxon (as well as earrings by Nora Fok). The segment begins at 26:41. “It was great that they were showing people the value of the pieces,” says Bowden, “and how collectable contemporary jewelry is!” —And why, may we add! Note: Didier Ltd wrote AJF to say they loaned the jewelry pieces shown on the show.

CHERYL R. RILEY INTERVIEWED IN METALSMITH
Sebastian Grant interviewed her about her Sculptures in the Form of Necklaces series for the current issue of the magazine (Volume 44, Number 1). Read it here. @cherylrriley guest starred on AJF Live in May 2022—rewatch that here.

BELLA NEYMAN PRESENTS A FOUR-DAY SELLING EXHIBITION
The jewelry curator and founder of NYC Jewelry Week, and Women’s Art Center of the Hamptons will present Immediate Connections, featuring the work of Birabiro, Oblik Atelier, and MPR Jewelry, July 18–21, 2024. There will be an opening reception coinciding with Stella Flame Gallery’s one-year anniversary, artist talks, a conversation hosted by Neyman, a Happy Hour Hang, and a Brunch and Learn session. Info.

MARGIT HART IS TAKING PART IN BIJOUX DE FEMME
For this exhibition, 30 female artists from Europe created a piece of jewelry to honor a woman who inspired their lives. “I chose Gabrielle Roth, the founder of 5 Rhythms,” explains Hart. “The neckpiece is fixed on the shoulders and the two feather-light aluminum pendants accompany the movements of the wearer/dancer.” At L’Abbatiale du Château de Saumur, France, through July 27, 2024. More.

JULIE BLYFIELD’S BOOK WILL LAUNCH JULY 20, 2024
JamFactory will celebrate the release of the 160-page monograph Julie Blyfield: Chasing a Passion with a Q&A at its location, in Adelaide, Australia, followed by afternoon tea. Starts at 11 a.m. Info.

WATCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE LEGNICA JEWELLERY FESTIVAL SILVER 2024
This year’s edition of the festival included 13 exhibitions showcasing nearly 1,000 contemporary jewelry objects by 400 artists and designers from 45 countries. See highlights on YouTube, here.

ALSO, THE EMPATHY EXHIBITION WILL TRAVEL TO POLAND
The Legnica Jewellery SILVER Festival is coming to an end. Works that qualified for the 32nd International Jewellery Competition can be viewed at the Gallery of Art in Legnica until July 21. But this isn’t the end for the EMPATHY exhibition. It will be presented July 27–September 15, 2024, at the Castle Museum in Sandomierz. The opening takes place July 26, and there’s a curatorial tour of the exhibition July 27. Purchase catalogs of the exhibitions organized for SILVER 2024 and other publications about contemporary goldsmithing here.

THE BALTIMORE JEWELRY CENTER PRESENTS ITS GRADUATE EXHIBITION
This new, annual show will highlight the depth and breadth of what is currently being created in the field by young graduating jewelers and metalsmiths. The artists in this inaugural exhibition represent both national and international programs. They include Ashley Wingo, Chelsea Nanfelt Rowe, Dorota Wilde, Grace Wallstead, Hana Foo, Jeannette Knigge, John Gyimesi, Mackenzie Pearl Reid, Megan Kerr, Megan Obenaus, Meichan Yuan, Michael Bair, Michal Schwab, Seville Marina Meyn Partida, Vanessa Shum, and Yifei Kong. August 2–September 27, 2024. Opening August 2, 5–8 p.m. Info.

JACQUI CHAN: JEWELLERY IN THE URBAN MILIEU, AT FINGERS
The New Zealand gallery is currently showing a focus exhibition with a selection of Chan’s PhD jewelry work from her time at RMIT, 2009–2012. Chan is interested in jewelry’s life within the system of a city: both as a set of processes that transform “dead” waste matter into something new, and an object that circulates in urban life attached to mobile bodies. More.

AUCTION: JEWELRY UNLIMITED, JULY 24, 2024
The lots include work by Rod Pardon, Sam Kramer, Jaclyn Davidson, Joyce J. Scott, Art Smith, and so many more. You can bid now; bidding closes July 24, 2024, at 12 p.m. EST (NYC time). At Rago, here.

OTHER NEWS

BILL SMITH: JEWELRY’S MAVERICK, AT FORT WAYNE MUSEUM OF ART
Smith was one of the most innovative jewelry designers of the 60s and 70s. His outlandish costume and body jewelry was often made from industrial materials and inspired by Africa and the Middle East. He received a Coty Award in 1970, and was VP of premier jewelry firm Richelieu—both unprecedented feats for a Black designer. But since his death 30+ years ago, Smith’s important contributions have been largely forgotten. With 100+ pieces, this is the most comprehensive showing of his work to date. Info. JoAnne Spiller co-curated the exhibition. We interviewed her here.

CAN YOU IDENTIFY WHO MADE THIS BAUBLE?
Its owner would appreciate any information. She knows this: it was crafted around 2005 and purchased in the Big Sur/Carmel, CA area. If you have an answer, please email AJF (info@artjewelryforum.org) and we’ll pass it along to her.

CAST YOUR VOTE AT SCHMUCKMUSEUM PFORZHEIM
In the Historical Collection room, slip into the role of curator and compose an exhibition yourself—including jewelry you make in workshops. Allow your creativity to unfold, and discover the collection anew. More.

ALSO AT SCHMUCKMUSEUM PFORZHEIM
Sam Tho Duong showcases his own work in dialogue with objects created by 10 jewelry designer friends of his—David Bielander, Alexander Blank, Helen Britton, Paul Derrez, Mirjam Hiller, Jiro Kamata, Daniel Kruger, Silke Spitzer, Christoph Straube, and Lifu Zhou—along with some of the museum’s modern collection. Info.

CAITLIN ALBRITTON WON HALSTEAD GRANT FOR EMERGING JEWELERS
Congratulations! This annual grant is awarded to jewelry businesses in their first five years, based on jewelry design and business prowess. Grant founder and Halstead President Hilary Halstead Scott said, “Caitlin’s collection of inlay jewelry marries traditional techniques with contemporary designs and color palettes. She puts so much work and heart into this business. She is a fantastic role model for creative entrepreneurs.” More.

CSI: JEWELRY
The New York Times profiled forensic jeweler Maria Maclennan, who identifies the dead by examining their jewelry. “Being a forensic jeweler is not really a job that actually exists,” she said. “In some ways, it’s something I’ve made up and am still making up as I go.” 💀💎 More.

JEWELER MAKES FRONT COVER OF YORKSHIRE POST MAGAZINE
The article focuses on Toby Cotterill’s work and the power of making, nature, and the talismanic qualities of jewelry.

OPPORTUNITIES

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: HAS YOUR WORK BEEN REJECTED?
Rejection ≠ failure. It doesn’t mean your work lacks value. Unlike sports, where success is clear-cut and measurable, art is subjective. Decisions are influenced by the jury’s background, education, and personal tastes. Not Only Decoration magazine’s next issue will explore rejection. It will showcase rejected works, giving them another chance to be seen. Optional: Share your stories of rejection. Deadline: October 15, 2024. Info here. Submit here.

CALL FOR PAPERS: JEWELRY SYMPOSIUM 2025
The deadline for abstract submissions has been extended to August 1, 2024. The 2025 Symposium will be held in Detroit, MI, US, May 17–20, 2025. Info.

OPEN CALL: ALEGRIA (JOY)
Seeking rings, brooches, bracelets, and earrings for a traveling expo (November 2024) in the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, France, Slovenia, Greece, Portugal, and Switzerland. You may submit up to 10 pieces in any material and technique. Approximately 30 participants will be selected. Deadline: August 18, 2024. Info: ansacost@lombok.nl or ansacost@gmail.com

BKV PRIZE 2025 FOR YOUNG APPLIED ARTS
One of the main objectives of the BKV (Bavarian Crafts Council) is to promote the younger generation of artists, i.e., to financially support the professional and artistic development of young artisans through publications and by means of expert assistance. The BKV Prize is awarded once a year. The competition is aimed specifically at young artisans who have completed their professional training and are beginning their careers. The competition is international and covers all areas of applied arts. Deadline: July 26, 2024. Info.

COLLECT, LONDON, SEEKS APPLICATIONS FOR 2025
If you’re a gallery, dealer, or collective, get in touch. Collect shows the most exciting international artists making work today. A global platform for museum-quality contemporary craft and design, the fair focuses on exclusivity, reputation, and curation. It seeks variety and diversity in its content and vision, raising the profile of exceptional craft to a collectors’ market. Deadline: July 28, 2024. Info.

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