The name Karl Fritsch is synonymous with rings, and even the field of contemporary studio jewelry itself. In fact, the jeweler’s Instagram handle, @karlfritschrings, speaks to the form that he has dedicated to in the past few years (so much so that another Karl Fritsch has emphasized in his public profile that he is #notajeweller). […]
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August 2024, Part 1 There are so many reasons to purchase art jewelry… Celebrate that hard-earned promotion Honor a once-in-a-lifetime occasion Pay tribute to a major accomplishment Commemorate the beginning of a new relationship or the end of one Pounce on the perfect piece to round out an aspect of your collection Or invest in
August 2024, Part 1 Art Jewelry Forum is pleased to share the news that members of our community find noteworthy. Is something missing? The success of this compilation of compelling events, news, and items of interest to the jewelry community depends on YOUR participation. If you’re a member of AJF at the Silver level or
Jewelry students around the globe have pulled all-nighters to finish their coursework and install end-of-year exhibitions. Faculty from AJF member schools identified one outstanding grad or undergrad from their current class Congratulations to the students who were selected! You’ll see their best work in this photo essay Keep a close eye on the trajectories of
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The Australian jewelry and metalsmithing community is active, always busy pushing boundaries and creating thoughtful works of great beauty and cultural value. This report gives a snapshot of what’s on now or coming up, and it also celebrates what’s happened over the year. From conferences to major shows and festivals, the calendar has been full,
July 2024, Part 2 There are so many reasons to purchase art jewelry… Celebrate that hard-earned promotion Honor a once-in-a-lifetime occasion Pay tribute to a major accomplishment Commemorate the beginning of a new relationship or the end of one Pounce on the perfect piece to round out an aspect of your collection Or invest in
Happy day-after-Bastille-Day! In honor of the holiday that commemorates a major event in the French Revolution—the storming of the Bastille prison, on July 14, 1789—today’s photo essay takes you to France. Espace Solidor – Musée du Bijou Contemporain is in the city of Cagnes-sur-Mer, on the Riviera, in the south of France. Olga Zobel Biró,
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July 2024, Part 2 Art Jewelry Forum is pleased to share the news that members of our community find noteworthy. Is something missing? The success of this compilation of compelling events, news, and items of interest to the jewelry community depends on YOUR participation. If you’re a member of AJF at the Silver level or
Nobody ever thought it would be possible for Willem Hoogstede to not be with us any longer. He was always there, in the jewelryverse, like a steady beacon. Not only will his humor and his characteristic voice be missed by many, but his keen eye as well. But his warm attention will be missed most
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July 2024, Part 1 There are so many reasons to purchase art jewelry… Celebrate that hard-earned promotion Honor a once-in-a-lifetime occasion Pay tribute to a major accomplishment Commemorate the beginning of a new relationship or the end of one Pounce on the perfect piece to round out an aspect of your collection Or invest in
July 2024, Part 1 Art Jewelry Forum is pleased to share the news that members of our community find noteworthy. Is something missing? The success of this compilation of compelling events, news, and items of interest to the jewelry community depends on YOUR participation. If you’re a member of AJF at the Silver level or
During this trip, AJF travelers enjoyed a taste of French culture in a North American city that’s in love with festivals, the arts, good food, and enjoying life to the hilt. The multifaceted city represents the melding of Old World charm and New World energy, with 18th-century structures blending into a 21st-century skyline. June was
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