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Get out the Vote!
We have a fantastic slate of people running for office this year! We'll be featuring them one at a time in coming weeks in Riveting News.
President-Elect (elect 1)
Nicole Jacquard
Tedd McDonah
Board Members (elect 3)
Sydney Brown
Dianne deBiexedon
Lauren McAdams Selden
Alison Pack
Nominations & Elections Committee (elect 1)
Daniel DiCaprio
Marissa Saneholtz
This week, we are introducing Daniel DiCaprio, who will be running for The Nominations and Elections Committee!
Daniel  DiCaprio received his MFA in metal design from East Carolina University. He is currently a studio artist, production jeweler, and adjunct faculty member of Virginia Commonwealth University. Daniel's work in jewelry and sculpture combines traditional metalsmithing with wood carving techniques and has been exhibited internationally. He is represented by Charon Kransen Arts in New York City; through which he has participated at SOFA Chicago annually since 2008, when he was an emerging artist lecturer sponsored by SNAG. This year he received the Peter S. Reed Grant, designed to help emerging artists further their studio practices. Since 2009 Daniel has been working as a jeweler at Hoover & Strong, a company committed to products made in the USA with HARMONY recycled precious metals. Daniel has been attending SNAG conferences since 2007. He is eager to volunteer and give back to the organization that has provided so much knowledge and camaraderie throughout this time in his life. |
 This Week on the SNAG News Blog Guest Column by Halstead
Halstead is calling for entries to its 9th annual grant competition. The Halstead Grant is awarded each year to a promising new jewelry designer working primarily in silver. The winner receives a $5,000 cash start-up grant plus $1,000 in supplies and recognition in the industry. Deadline June 9, 2014. Learn more
Thank you to Halstead for being a Corporate Member of SNAG! |
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SNAG is looking for a few good people to serve on its fundraising/development committee!
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Billie Jean Theide
Guise: Fiesta 2012
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Do you like throwing parties? Do you know a lot of people and love to talk about the field and what SNAG has to offer? Do you have experience writing grants? Do you like thanking people for their generosity? Then this committee is the place for you! This isn't a committee that will be asking for money, rather one where you support our fundraising needs through other activities.
If you are interested, please contact Fundraising/Development Committee Board Liaison, Brigitte Martin by Feb 28th at: communityliaison@snagmetalsmith.org
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Conference Work Exchange
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Students and New Professionals
How to Apply: Send an email to the Conference Volunteer Coordinator: cvc@snagmetalsmith.org with the following information:
Subject line:
Work Exchange/STUDENT or Work Exchange/NEW PROFESSIONAL
Body of email:
Name, Phone, Email
Only 25 spaces are available, on a first-come, first-served basis.
There will be a wait list. You will receive a confirmation email from the CVC letting you know if you are on the list or on the wait list.
To learn more about the SNAG Work Exchange program, click HERE
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 This week on Metalsmith Bench Talk, Jay will interview Barbara Minor! Tune in Thursday February 13th at 3 PM PST for another great interview! Listen here |
 Early bird registration for the pre and post-conference workshops
Deadline: February 15 for discounted price Sign up now
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Red Carpet: Call for Entry |
Educational Endowment Scholarships
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Portfolio Review
Registration: March 24-April 18 Learn more
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Springboard Opportunities: Recent Highlights
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Volunteer Spotlight: Ben Dory Ben Dory is a graduate student at SIUC in Carbondale, IL. Ben has volunteered at the last two SNAG conferences. In Arizona he worked at the silent auction as part of his student scholarship. Last year, he wanted to continue volunteering and worked at the portfolio review table. Ben says he's excited to dive into a role that is more year-round once school is over. We asked Ben why he volunteers. He said, "SNAG represents a significant portion of my (our) community. It brings a vast array of skills and interests under one banner. Without past volunteers, the organization wouldn't be what it is today. I would like to help SNAG continue to grow and continue to have a positive effect." If Ben could have a superpower, he said he "would like an extra set of robot arms, rocket packs, flex shaft fingers, etc." Thanks, Ben!
 
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Osnat Har Noy, our upcoming Maker Profile artist of the week!
Walk in My Shoes
Brass, Gold Plating
2004
20x9x5.5 cm
Photo by Osnat Har Noy
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Do you have a Maker Profile?
Take advantage of this member benefit and get more exposure for your work! If you haven't updated your profile in a while, freshen it up and make sure you have at least five high quality images so we can feature your work in Riveting News and on social media!
Establish or update your page here
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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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