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Gwynne Rukenbrod
Executive Director
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Happy Thanksgiving y'all!
This is the week where we gather around friends and family and bask in their joy and love. This can also be the time when your loved ones push all your buttons and drive you crazy, or maybe a bit of both. However it is, this is a week where we give thanks to our blessings.
I have a friend who on Facebook mentioned she was thankful for first world problems, like setting off the fire alarm because the flue wasn't open all the way, or which winter coat fits over a bulky sweater. I am thankful that I never have to worry about clean fresh water or whether I can eat. I am thankful to have a rich full life with friends and family and a job that I am passionate about. I am thankful I get to have art in my life that enriches it in so many ways. It's all about perspective!
As we spend this week with those who are important to us, what are you thankful for? What blessings are you counting? And how will you keep this perspective as we move through the craziness of the holiday season?
Speaking of being thankful, we at SNAG are thankful for the generous donations pouring in to help us meet our matching grant, and we are very thankful to be launching the Uniques sale next Monday, December 2nd! The day Uniques launches is CyberMonday! This is a perfect way to celebrate and buy a special handmade gift for the ones you love.
In SNAG,
 Gwynne
PS. Another way to show your thanks is to make a small donation to SNAG today and help us meet our matching grant! SNAG is thankful for YOU! |
 Holiday Sale on Ebay December 2 - 16, 2013
These are just a few of the pieces that will be available in the UNIQUES sale.
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 Connections: Conference News You Need to Know
Lauren Fensterstock: Allegorical Landscapes In an illustrated lecture, artist Lauren Fensterstock will discuss the motivations and research behind the development of her recent work. Fensterstock is widely known for her intricately hand-cut paper installations. In her lecture, Fensterstock will weave together a variety of historical references spanning the Baroque, the Picturesque, Minimalism and the decorative arts to explain the creation of her allegorical landscapes. See Lauren's work here! |
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Windgate Foundation Matching Grant Update
So far, we have raised $17,733 of our $25,000 goal
If we don't meet the goal, we miss out on the grant and we can't do it without your help!
Your support along with the generous offer from the Windgate Foundation will help us continue to provide the programming you value.
If you have already donated,
thank you for your generous contribution!
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This Week on the SNAG News Blog
"In the News" -- Get caught up on some news from the field, including 2014 conferences and events.
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Call for Entries!
Deadline December 8th
Material Matters: Making Connections is an exhibition highlighting the connections we create as makers between each other and within our work. This juried exhibition is to be held in conjunction with the Material Topics: Image & Meaning Symposium of 2014. The show will be held at Art Avenue between January 14 -February 10, 2014 complete with opening and closing receptions January 17th and February 7th respectively.
Apply Here
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Did you know that Metalliferous carries more than just sheet metal and tubing? This February our New York store has opened a new vintage findings section, the latest addition to our huge supply of jewelry-making tools, including over 300 pliers, all the JAX patinas, enameling tools, and one-of-a-kind items you'll find nowhere else. Check us out and stock your bench today!
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Springboard Recent Highlights
These are only a few of the opportunities you'll find on Springboard. Discover calls for entry, workshops, symposia, used tools, studio space and more. You are welcome and encouraged to post opportunities you want to share. Bookmark Springboard today!
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Volunteer Spotlight: Grace Hogan
Grace Hogan lives in Bayfield, WI on Lake Superior. She is a studio jeweler with a BFA in metalsmithing from MSU-Bozeman. Grace recently became a member of SNAG after many years of enjoying Metalsmith magazine. She is excited to volunteer at the conference in Minneapolis and says "I'm volunteering because I can! I'm proud to say that I was born and raised in Minnesota and will be there to welcome SNAG to our wonderful state. I also know there will be a wealth of knowledge at "From Grains to Gold" and I wish to soak some of that in."
We asked Grace who she would choose as a mentor.
"To pick just one person as my mentor is extremely hard! Aside from my MSU professors, Richard Helzer and Ken Bova... it would have been wonderful to have the late Harry Bertoia as a mentor. He was an artist with a striking, natural style that draws you in and allows you to move about. His character, outlook and artistic expressions seem to correspond with my own."
Thanks, Grace!
 
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Jennifer Surine, our upcoming Maker Profile artist of the week!
Reminisce
Sterling Silver wire.
2010
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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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