Greetings!
There is a lot of buzz this week around the Academy! Professional Jewelry Making, the new, expanded edition of Alan Revere's classic text, Professional Goldsmithing, is now available! (See details below.) Plus, we just started the Fall Jewelry Technician Intensive, and we have a wonderful group of students. In this issue of RevereNews, you will find information about our 2012 Masters Symposium, new and elective classes, opportunities, student success, and scholarships, along with bench tips and more. By now, you should have received our Winter/Spring 2012 brochure by mail. We purged our mailing list this semester, so if you have not yet received a brochure, and you would like one, please call 415-391-4179 or request one on our web site. Registrations for our Winter/Spring 2012 Open Session and Masters Symposium starts Monday, October 17, 2012 at 9 am. Mark your calendar! Classes fill quickly. Check our web site for class schedule and descriptions. We encourage you to register on-line. Thank you for being part of the Revere community. See you in class, - Christine Dhein Assistant Director  |
Professional Jewelry Making Now Available!
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When Alan Revere published Professional Goldsmithing in 1991, he brought traditional European jewelry training to the US for the first time. Professional Goldsmithing was a best seller and quickly became a standard text in the field. To mark the 20th anniversary of this ground-breaking work, Alan Revere and Brynmorgen Press have teamed up to offer this new expanded edition that includes five new projects, over 130 new photos, and a handsome new layout. Thirty-five projects lead students and jewelers at all levels through a wide range of skills, from basic layout to advanced fabrication techniques. Revere's four decades as a passionate teacher are evident on every page as he leads us methodically through each step. What hasn't changed is the precise instruction that makes this edition a fitting testament to its predecessor and an invaluable resource for jewelers of the future.
"Every sentence confirms Revere's stature as an experienced master of goldsmithing."
- Prof. Dr. Erhard Brepohl, author of Theory and Practice of Goldsmithing
"A must read for anyone making jewelry." - Jurgen J. Maerz JA Certified Master Bench JewelerŪ and platinum expert
"The most significant contribution to jewelers' literature in decades. Bravo!" - Charles Lewton-Brain Professor of Art, goldsmith and author
"The best reference for a classical jewelry education." - Tim McCreight
Professor of Art, goldsmith and author
Be one of the first to own this beautiful book. Order now! $70 |
Spotlight on the Symposium
April 7-29, 2012 | 
We are pleased to present an exciting line-up of all-star instructors for our 2012 Masters Symposium including Michael Boyd, Charles Lewton-Brain, Andy Cooperman, Tom Herman, Jayne Redman, Davide Bigazzi, Hariete Estel Berman, Deborah Lozier, long with AGTA Spectrum Award winners, Gregoré and Jennifer Morin. Visit our website for symposium schedule and more details. (Above: Brooch by Gregoré Morin)
Registration begins October 17, 2011. Full payment is required to reserve space in classes. Register online or, by calling 415-391-4179.
 
 
Top left: Ring by Tom Herman. Top left: Bracelet by Davide Bigazzi
Bottom right: Ring by Michael Boyd. Bottom left: Rings by Andy Cooperman.
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New & Elective Classes
Winter/Spring 2012 Open Session | 
We are happy to introduce a great selection of new and elective classes during our Winter/Spring, 2012 Open Session.
When Christine was at the Bead & Button show in Milwaulkee in June, she met Spider, a Bay Area chain mail expert. Spider will be joining our faculty to teach our first Chainmail class, March 3-4, 2012.
Argentium 1: Intro - March 26-29, $539 + $135 kit
Chainmail - March 3-4, 2012, $399 + $60 kit - New! Forged Rings - March 10-11, 2012, $399 + $125 kit Keum-Boo - March 1, 2012, $199 + $80 kit Marketing: Sell It! - March 15, 2012, $199 Platinum Intro - March 29, 2012, $299
Pierced Spiral Pendants - New!
March 7-8, 2012, $399 + $80 kit
Quick Clasps & Findings - March 12-13 $399 + $100 kit
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Revere Students at Designers by the Bay
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Designer's by the Bay, hosted by the Women's Jewelry Association, is the region's premier fine jewelry event, held at Shreve and Company, showcasing the latest fine jewelry collections of Bay Area designers.
This year's event was held September 27, 2011. For the first time, the Revere Academy hosted a booth, which featured the work of Revere graduates, Deana Fukatusu, Jenny Reeves, Sam Woehrmann, Elizabeth Lass and Derek Duncan. The Revere display exemplified the quality, craftsmanship and professionalism for which our Academy is known. We received a lot of positive feedback, students made new contacts, and we look forward to participating again next year.
Revere graduates and students, Michelle Flynn and Laurie Chapman, Sarah Greenberg, Kimarie Burnette and Clare Ullman each had their own booth at the event. Congratulations to all!
Pictured above from left to right: Christine Dhein, Deana Fukatsu, Jenny Reeves, Derick Duncan, Sam Woehrmann, and Elizabeth Lass. |
Bench Tip from Alan Revere
Grid Locked: Turn Your Bench Pin into a Precision Layout Tool | 
Graph paper isn't just for plotting mathematical data. It's a tool you can use to turn your bench pin-if it's mounted on a GRS Bench Mate that allows it to be removed and flipped over-into a precision layout tool, making it even more functional.Find some graph paper and cut out a rectangle that will fit onto the underside of your bench pin. Laminate the graph paper in plastic for durability. Center it on the underside of your bench pin and glue it in place. Anytime you need to lay out a piece of jewelry to find the right spot for drilling, sawing, or other precision work, just place it on the grid. Center the piece and use the grid to help lay out and check your work.
This series of tips is from Alan Revere's continuing column in MJSA Journal, and will be collected into a book. Find more tips like this one in Mr. Revere's book, 101 Bench Tips, published by MJSA. Illustration is by Sean Kane. Order now! More Bench Tips Visit our new and improved Bench Tips page with clever, time-saving techniques taken from the book, 101 Bench Tips for Jewelers by Alan Revere. Also included are 102+ bench tips that have been recently published in his column in "MJSA Journal," and Green Jewelry Tips from Christine Dhein. New entries will be added each month, so be sure to check back often.
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| Thank You for Reading RevereNews! | The Revere Academy is a professional jewelry school where master craftsmen pass on their skills and knowledge to students at all levels. Beginners and hobbyists as well as experienced working bench jewelers come for dozens of short, intensive classes (just 3-days!) and diploma programs lasting 2-4 months. I hope you will be able to join us for a class soon!
Sincerely, Christine Dhein
Assistant Director
Revere Academy
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Winter/Spring 2012
Registration
Starts Monday!
|  | | Registration for our 2012 Open Sessionand Masters Symposium classes begins this coming Monday, October 17 at 9 am. Classes fill quickly, so mark your calendar to register early. We encourage you to register on-line.
Above: Pierced Spiral Pendants with Michael David Sturlin, Mar 7-8, 2012.
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Book Signing with Alan Revere
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Join Alan Revere for a book signing at the Revere Academy on November 13, from 1-4 pm. Mr. Revere will personalize your new copy of his new book, Professional Jewelry Making.
Purchase your copy of this beautiful, full-color new edition at the book signing for $70.
| If you are not able to attend the signing, we would be happy to send you a personalized copy. Order now!
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Scholarship for Beaders
Deadline
this Saturday!
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| The Revere Academy Scholarship for Beaders is open to anyone who makes beaded jewelry. The beads can be made of any material. The winner receives an all-expenses-paid scholarship from anywhere in the US to San Francisco, including air, lodging, tuition and fees for any regular 3-day class.
Deadline: Oct 14, 2011
More details
Apply on-line
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The Right Tool
for the Job
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Otto Frei now carries
Revere pliers.
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Mark Haughton
Gem Cutter at Revere
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Presented by the
Revere Academy
760 Market Street, #900
San Francisco, CA
Mark Haughton of Rock Deco will display his beautiful gems for sale , including diamond rough. All stones are hand cut by Mark in his Durango, Colorado studio.
All materials are natural and have not been dyed.
Payment types accepted: cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover.) | Please join us.
Sunday, Nov 13, 1-4 pm Monday, Nov 14, 5-7 pm
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New!
Cotton Fleece Revere Hoodies
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Women's Hoodie
sizes L, XL
Revere Hoodies are
100% black fleece cotton
with a white Revere logo.
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Order Now!
$45
 Unisex Hoodie
sizes M, L, XL
(these run small)
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| Opportunities | |
Scholarship
for Beaders
The scholarship is focused on beaders, or bead artists who already make jewelry. The winner receives an all-expenses-paid scholarship from anywhere in the US to San Francisco, including air, lodging, tuition and fees for any regular 3-day class.
Deadline: Oct 15, 2011
More details
Rising Stars at the JCK Las Vegas Show
The JCK Design Center is THE destination to find fresh designs from up and coming designers and the latest collections from established jewelry innovators. The Rising Stars showcase new talent, making their tradeshow
debut, from around the globe.
Deadline: Oct 31, 2011
Download an application.
The SMART Jewelry Show
Design Comtest
Jewelry designers are invited to put their creativity to the test in a unique design competition from INSTORE magazine, The SMART Jewelry Show and Stuller. Contestants are asked to demonstrate their artisanship in a real-world situation that often arises at retail jewelry stores. Each will design a ladies size seven engagement ring, either drawn by hand or using CAD, using pre-selected stones.
Deadline: Nov 1, 2011
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Differences Unite Us
Call for Entries
This jewelry exhibition, sponsored by The Ganoksin Project, will feature work dedicated to the theme. Each artist may submit up to six pieces at no charge. Deadline: November 30
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Forging Communities
In celebration of 60th Anniversary of the Metal Arts Guild of San Francisco, this one-day symposium at the Oakland Museum of California is geared to the metals, jewelry, and maker communities to reflect on what ties us together, network with new and familiar faces, and create dialogue on how we are moving the field forward. Lunch is included in the registration fee.
Date: Nov 11, 2011
MAG Members: $85
Non Members: $95
Students: $40
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CU|29: Contemporary Work in Copper
Call for Entries
Juried by David Huang, this exhibition to be held at the Mesa Art Center in Phoeniz, AZ, in conjunction with the 2012 SNAG conference, will feature contemporary artwork that is made primarily of copper. Open to anyone working in copper.
Deadline: Nov 19. 2011
Send an email for
more details
The Future of Design
Jewelry Contest
Future of Design Business competition seeks to discover, promote and catapult the next great jewelry designer into the market. Applicants will be judged on their business concept, market feasibility, saleability and aesthetic impact. Prize package valued at over $250K.
Deadline: Dec 1, 2011
More details
Call for Entries
SNAG's first online exhibition, juried by Gail M. Brown will feature images of jewelry on the body, photographed on a model. "THE BODY ADORNED...
Dressed and Bedecked" will explore "adornment as experience" on the landscape of the body.
Deadline: Dec 9, 2011
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Designing Hope Contest
This jewelry design contest is being held by Fortunoff Fine Jewelry and the Nassau County Coalition Against Domestic Violence. The winning entry will be produced by Fortunoffjewelry.com and will be sold to benefit the NCCADV. The designs of the winner and runners-up will be publicized and displayed.
Deadline: Dec 15, 2011
More details
MJSA Vision Awards
Honors the talent and innovation of designers with distinction in the following categories: Design, Technical, Custom, Laser, Gold, Palladium, Platinum and Future of the Industry.
Deadline: Dec 16, 2011
More details
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