AJF AT NYC JEWELRY WEEK
These events will all take place Wednesday, November 20, at The Jewelry Library.
10 a.m.: Catalog release for the 2nd Lisbon Contemporary Jewelry Biennial
With AJF Board member Marta Costa Reis, who will also be giving a talk called “Political Jewelry: Jewelry of Power.” Info.
11: 30 a.m.: What It Takes: Creating and Navigating Opportunities
Dive deep into the highs and lows of exploring new paths and forging professional connections in today’s art world. This free event will spotlight trailblazers from the art jewelry scene who’ve shaken things up with inventive collaborations and/or daring ventures. We’ll dive into stories of epic wins, epic fails, and the gritty reality of pushing boundaries, all aimed at inspiring and supporting each other’s growth and creativity. From artist residencies to creative partnerships, each panelist will share fresh perspectives on navigating the thrills and challenges of making an impact in our ever-evolving field. Moderated by art jeweler, educator, and AJF board member Emily Cobb, with Funlola Coker, Melanie Georgacopoulos, Roxanne Simone, and Mallory Weston. Additional info.
Lunch + gallery crawl
AJF’s director, Stef Fedor, will host a catered lunch at The Jewelry Library. Afterward, we’ll walk to R & Company, where Kellie Riggs will give us an exclusive curator-led tour of “Objects: USA 2024.” We’ll also visit nearby AJF member galleries in Tribeca, the Lower East Side, and Nolita. Our time together will end with a reception at Galerie Noel Guyomarc’h. Get to know Stef and enjoy an afternoon with other AJF members. This event is only open to AJF members. Space is limited. Registration opens October 28.
Caption
1. (Grid of four people) the panelists for “What It Takes: Creating and Navigating Opportunities,” (clockwise from top left) Funlola Coker, Melanie Georgacopoulos, Mallory Weston, and Roxanne Simone
2. (Yellow background) promotional image for “Political Jewelry: Jewelry of Power”
3. Among the works at “Objects: USA 2024,” you’ll see jewelry by (clockwise from top left) Mary Lee Hu, Jamie Bennett, Sulo Bee, Joyce J. Scott, Richard Chavez, and Mallory Weston
