Thereza Pedrosa Gallery, which is owned by Elinor Garnero and Thereza Pedrosa, opened in 2019. It’s dedicated to abstract art in the form of paintings, sculptures, and art jewelry. Art jewelry and things of beauty have always been part of Thereza Pedrosa’s life. In this interview she talks about the decisive moment that brought her …
In Conversation with Thereza Pedrosa, of Thereza Pedrosa Gallery Read More »
The premise is simple: Pore over the jewelry you own, choose your current favorite or a piece that’s especially noteworthy, and send in a photo along with the reason you selected it. The only criteria: you must own the piece and it must have been made by someone other than yourself. This series aims to …
The premise is simple: Pore over the jewelry you own, choose your current favorite or a piece that’s especially noteworthy, and send in a photo along with the reason you selected it. The only criteria: you must own the piece and it must have been made by someone other than yourself. This series aims to …
It took about 10 years from her first encounter with our field for this Dutch collector to give in and start acquiring work. A passion had been ignited that turned her into an important art jewelry collector in her native land. Her death now serves to belatedly give her international attention. Greetings from JewelryLand postcard …
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 and want to honor it. You wrapped up that major accomplishment and it’s time to commemorate it, or you want to mark the beginning of a new relationship (or the end of one). Perhaps it’s an …
When you hear someone referred to as a “collector,” what comes to mind? So often, collectors are understood exclusively through their effect on the art market and the potential of their eventual legacy giving. Those museum wings aren’t going to name themselves, after all. Artists dream of the collector who sees their creative genius and …
Welcome to a new series on Art Jewelry Forum! The premise is simple: We’re deeply curious what you deem collection-worthy, and therefore invite you to pore over the jewelry pieces you own, select your current favorite or a piece you find especially noteworthy, and send in a photo to share with readers. AJF thinks this …
Dear Helen, Happy 90th Birthday! On this stellar occasion, I want you to know how grateful the jewelry community is for your perpetual energy and commitment, in large part responsible for studio jewelry’s connoisseurship. For over a half century you’ve educated, enlightened, and entertained us. Your intelligence and generosity have expanded our field immeasurably. I …
In the historic district of Bairro Alto, in the Portuguese capital of Lisbon, Tereza Seabra Gallery has been welcoming jewelry lovers since 1993. Initially founded as the Artefacto3, in 1983, this gallery has forged the way in the development of the Portuguese contemporary art jewelry scene. Tereza Seabra, the owner of Tereza Seabra Gallery, has …
Animalia—Collection of Splendor & Pastel January 19–August 30, 2020 CODA Museum, Apeldoorn, the Netherlands The exhibition Animalia contains pastels, objects, and jewelry depicting animals, such as Helen Britton’s spider brooch or Alexander Blank’s evil rabbit. Some are also made of animals: bone, for example, a fly, or a stuffed wattlebird turned into a necklace by …
Exploring the Use of Organic Materials in Jewelry Read More »
AJF understands that under the current shelter-at-home orders in place nearly worldwide, many of us are extremely busy pivoting to accommodate shifting priorities under very stressful circumstances. However, if it just so happens that you’re stuck at home with not much to do, this might be a good moment to spend time with your jewelry …
What will happen to your jewelry when you pass away? Who do you want it to go to? Is it a museum-worthy collection—how do you know if it is?—and how do you find someone to work with at an institution? How do you determine which museum is the right one for you and your jewelry? …
Deaccessioning or When You Can’t Wear It All, All The Time Read More »
