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Dana Singer
Executive Director
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Week of March 25, 2013
Greetings!
The news blog today contains a sneak preview of some of the eye candy you'll see in the Trunk Show in Toronto. Given the site of the conference (Canada) and customs issues, this year's Trunk Show exhibitors will be two-thirds Canadian.
Today's news blog also delivers the first of a three-part guest "column" from Ethical Metalsmiths. We are partnering with EM to encourage dialog about the ethical implications of jewelry. Essays by EM members will be engaging, challenging and hopeful. The topics will range from visionary to practical. Writers for this series are professional jewelers, professors, theorists and in general, aficionados of jewelry. I will be on vacation for the next three Riveting News, back in the office on April 15. You will still receive Riveting News each Monday but they will be a lot shorter while I'm away. The normal issues will resume as of April 22. My vacation time does not impact the weekly news blog posts.
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Arts/Industry Residency Program
John Michael Kohler's Arts/Industry program is one of the most unusual ongoing collaboration between art and industry in the United States.
Participants are exposed to a body of technical knowledge that enables them to explore forms and concepts not possible in their own studios as well as new ways of thinking and working.
Artists-in-residence may work in the Kohler Co. Pottery, Iron and Brass Foundries, and Enamel Shop to develop a wide variety of work in clay, enameled cast iron, and brass including but not limited to murals and reliefs, temporary or permanent site-specific installations, and functional and sculptural forms.
Artists working in any discipline may apply. Find more information on the JMK website. Deadline: April 1 for 2014 residencies.
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ConFABulation Call for Papers
ConFABulation is a one-day symposium focused on incorporating 3D scanning, modeling, animation, digital fabrication, and 3D printing into the classroom. The goal of the symposium is to work towards a future where young generations of students are well equipped to innovate and meet the demands of changing manufacturing, art, business and entertainment landscapes.
Located at Prince George's Community College on June 5, the symposium will consist of panel discussions, paper presentations, and an open hackerspace.
Read the full Call for Papers. Register through EventBrite The event is free and open to everyone. Deadline: April 15
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50% Discount 3rd Gold Conference Vision & Virtuosity
special offer to SNAG members
This April 11-13 conference addresses the heightened demand for gold, both for adornment and as a repository of value, and offers a wide-ranging look at gold from extraction to the production of finished goods.
Presenters include jewelers Henry Dunay, Rebecca Koven, George Sawyer. Namu Cho, Kent Raible, Stephanie Albertson, Annie Fensterstock, Elizabeth Garvin, and Patricia Madeja, Kara Ross, Irene Neuwirth, Waris, and Rebecca Koven.
Purchase your tickets at the SNAG preferred rate of $175 no later than March 31 by entering the code SNAG.
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COATED: An Innovative Jewelry and Nail Exhibition
Call for Entries 
COATED is a juried exhibition for emerging and seasoned jewelry and nail artists to interpret and demonstrate variety of techniques that "coat" or "cover" the surface of their jewelry or nails in exciting and innovative ways.
All entries must be submitted via email to Stephanie Voegele . Subject line must read COATED. Deadline: April 17.
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Tenure Track Position in International Art Education
This position at the Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture, Helsinki, Finland, can be filled on the levels of Associate Professor or Full Professor.
International Art Education is focused on visual culture education that includes media education, art teaching, design education and various skills of mediating cultural heritage. The cooperation between university units of art education grants a rich approach to the discipline: the combination of art and education opens up into questions that are fundamental in cross-cultural understanding. The primary research area is art education in all levels of institutional education and the international exchange of art education studies.
Find more information about the position and how to apply at the Aalto University website. Deadline: April 11
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100,000 SlideShare Views of PDS 
23 programs of craft business information
and more than 100,000 views.
Kudos to Harriete Estel Berman, Andy Cooperman and Brigitte Martin, the Professional Development Seminar coordinators. For the past three years Harriete has created SlideShares for every presentation at our annual Seminar, and those live on SNAG's website.
Call to action: Share these presentations with others--in your local arts organization newsletter , guild newsletter or Facebook page. AND outside of the SNAG community....most of this information is not specific to metals and would help all artists.
While 100,000 is a great goal to attain....it is peanuts on the web. Seriously, if a silly pet video can reach a million views, there is no reason why each Seminar presentation shouldn't be 100,000 views.
Go to the SNAG website and check them out, we have a good library
of topics to choose from. Don't miss this year's Professional Development Seminar, "Sacred Cow, Purple Cow, Cash Cow." I'll let you know when the SlideShare for this year's Seminar is up, after the conference.
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Springboard Recent Highlights
These are only a few of the opportunities you'll find at Springboard. Sign up today for the RSS feed. And help SNAG spread the word. Forward this to everyone on your email list.
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Be sure to tune in Thursday 3:00 pm Pacific time.  
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Have Your Work Photographed at the SNAG Conference 
Digital by Design has been exclusively photographing jewelry for over 10 years. They will be providing on-site jewelry photography to the conference attendees.
Each session is 30 minutes.
The rate is just $35 (CDN) per photo, payable by Visa or Mastercard at their booth.
All completed photos will be delivered to you via email within 2 weeks after the conference ends.
Make your reservation today for your 30-minute slot using the booking calendar on the Digital by Design website. You must be attending the conference to take advantage of this opportunity.
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Experienced Goldsmith and Jobber 
Simon Pure Jewellery Designer, specializing in uniquely designed contemporary jewelry, is looking to fill two open positions. Work on bespoke and production designs using both techniques and laser technologies.
Minimum 5 years experience working at the bench is required. Expertise working in platinum and gold is essential. This modern workshop is in the Surrey countrywide.
Contact Alix at Simon Pure.
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Iona Inc Seeks Jewelry Designer
Looking for a designer to work with senior designer to initiate designs and concepts each season that ensure quality and brand integrity. Based in Providence, Rhode Island.
Qualifications must include: Ability to conceptualize, design and sketch product for multiple accounts: hands on ability for manipulating product: design around specific price point: must be able to manage multiple projects at the same time as well as meet deadlines in our fast-paced environment: must be flexible and a team player: one year experience in the jewelry industry. Click here to apply for this position.
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This Week
Arts/Industry Residency Program ConFABulation Call for Papers Gold Conference Discount
COATED
Call for Entries
Tenure Track Position
International Art Education
100,000 SlideShare Views
Springboard Highlights
Jay Whaley's
MetalSmith Benchtalk
Onsite Photographer at
SNAG Conference
Goldsmith and Jobber
Iona Inc Jewelry Designer
Maker Profile
Jan Smith
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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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