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Dana Singer, Executive Director
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Week of May 14, 2012
Greetings!
Voting in the SNAG election is now open through our website. Vote online, download and print a ballot and mail it in, or vote onsite at the conference.
The online voting will remain open through Friday May 25.
Mail in ballots must be postmarked no later than May 18. Mail them to the SNAG office, 540 Oak Street, Suite A, Eugene, OR 97401.
Everyone at the conference will receive a ballot when they check in at registration, and the Voting Table is prominently positioned immediately outside the Grand Ballroom.
We have two candidates running for President, four candidates running for two open seats on the board of directors, and two candidates running for one seat on the Nominations & Elections Committee.
We actively encourage you all to vote. All current SNAG members have the right to vote, including students. Make this the year we see record number of members voting.
I hope you will take time to read all the candidates' responses to our questions. Often people vote based on who they know, or what name is most recognizable, instead of looking at who might be a good candidate. Here is the Q&A with the four board candidates who are running for the two open seats.
  
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Call for Applications
$25,000 John D. Mineck Furniture Fellowship
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Bart Niswonger
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John D. Mineck was a past President of The Society of Arts and Crafts Board of Trustees. The fellowship has been designed to help support a talented furniture artist looking to fulfill an apprenticeship, develop their own skills, make the transition to independence and/or make a significant transition in their career.
Submissions of metal furniture are welcome.
The John D. Mineck Furniture Fellowship is administered by the Society of Arts and Crafts. Click here for selection guidelines, criteria & application instructions. Deadline for applications: Monday, July 16, 2012.
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From the Association of Contemporary Jewellery
Assemble 2012 - the Crafts Council Conference on September 20 at the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), London, a full day during the London Design Festival.
The theme for Assemble is the contribution craft makes to innovation and enterprise, and the relationship between making and science, technology and engineering. Keynote speakers include Ed Vaizey MP, Minister for Culture, Communications and the Creative Industries. More information forthcoming. Find out more about other Crafts Council projects on their website.
 The Guild of Enamellers 2013 Bursary Award
The 2013 winner will also receive free editorial in 'craft&design' magazine and the Guild's journal and website; a year's subscription to 'craft&design'; a one-to-one business mentoring session; and vouchers to purchase tools & equipment from Vitrum Signum.
Application available through the Guild's website. Deadline July 31, 2012.
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Paid Summer Apprenticeship June 20-August 31
R. W. Wise Goldsmiths is a long-time European style atelier/gallery located in the Berkshire Mountains, Massachusetts.
They are looking for a senior metalsmithing major, graduate student or recent graduate with a demonstrated interest and skill in the craft. They specialize in hand-fabricated original jewelry with an emphasis on fine gemstones.
If you are interested in getting to know how a successful craft jewelry business functions in today's highly competitive retail environment, this apprenticeship might be for you.
For more information, go to www.rwwise.com. Send resume or C.V. with your full name, address and phone to: richard@rwwise.com. |
 NEW 50/50 Raffle Tickets Added to Endowment Raffle
In addition to the Endowment raffle tickets, we've added 149 special 50/50 raffle tickets available for purchase at $20 apiece.
These special raffle tickets will be sold only to folks who also buy or have bought
the regular Educational Endowment Scholarship raffle tickets.
In a 50/50 raffle, 50% of these special ticket proceeds goes to the Endowment. The other 50% will be divided between the three winning tickets. At $20/ticket and if all 149 special tickets sell, the total raised would be $2,980. That's $500 per winning ticket (rounding up).
Just call 541-345-5689 to buy these 50/50 raffle tickets, no later than noon Pacific Time, Friday May 25. Winners need not be present to win. |
SNAG TV Deadline Extended to May 19
Go vote on such videos as "Nick Cave at UNT" from James Thurman, "Mellitus" from Doug Bucci, "Strange Vegetation" from Yevgeniya Kaganovich, and Victoria Lansford's "Behind the Scenes and Behind the Artwork with Victoria Lansford."
Watch these and other videos here.
Shoot your story and share your video online with SNAG members, conference attendees, and the world. SNAG TV will be a constant stream of video revealing the stories, inspiration, and artwork of our members.
This exhibition will grow online with a YouTube channel, a Facebook page and a View + Vote period leading up to the "Heat is On" conference next month. The #1 ranked video in each of our 4 submission categories will be awarded a $100 electronics gift card at the conference final night party!
Read the prospectus and entry form.
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Endowment Raffle Tickets Still Available
Raffle tickets are just $20 each, 6 for $100. There are only 600 raffle tickets available, when they're gone they're gone.
This list of prizes is amazing:
WINNERS NEED NOT BE AT THE CONFERENCE TO WIN
With so many prizes, your chances of winning are good!
Don't miss out. Buy your ticket(s) today on our website. And support
SNAG's Educational Endowment Scholarships
 
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 Registration Open
Forging Entrepreneurs: Tools and Skills for
Business Success
SNAG's new business symposium for independent jewelers and metalsmiths running small businesses.
One full day, Sunday August 26, Pittsburgh, PA, in collaboration with the Society for Contemporary Craft. Eight presentations, each given twice. Four presentations address technical ways to be more productive and improve your bottom line. The other four will advance your business acumen.
Cost is only $125, and attendance is capped at 100 people. Registration closes July 15. Find Out More Here.
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This Week
$25,000 John D. Mineck
Furniture Fellowship
Association of
Contemporary Jewellery
Guild of Enamellers
2013 Bursary Award
Paid Summer
Apprenticeship
50/50 Raffle Tickets
SNAG TV Deadline
Extended May 19
Vendor Room at Conference
Endowment Raffle Tickets
Forging Entrepreneurs
registration open
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Quick Links
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About SNAG
The Society of North American Goldsmiths supports and advances the professional practice of artists, designers, jewelers and metalsmiths. SNAG provides access to a vibrant and passionate community, through education, innovation, and leadership. |
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Place the SNAG Member logo on your website.
SNAG membership conveys to customers your dedication to the industry and inspires trust. If you are a member you can download the logo; it's ready to be added to your website.
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