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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 Marissa Saneholtz, who will be running for The Nominations and Elections Committee!
 Marissa Saneholtz makes narrative based jewelry and objects using humor and sarcasm to comment on gender roles in American society. In 2008, Marissa earned her BFA in 3-dimensional design from Bowling Green State University and her 2011 MFA in metals and jewelry design from East Carolina University. For two and a half years after graduating she instructed metalsmithing, jewelry and enameling courses in Certaldo, Italy for East Carolina University's Italy Intensives Study Abroad Program. She is currently working at J. Cotter Galleries and Studio in Vail, Colorado.
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RAFFLE!
Buy raffle tickets and support SNAG's Educational Endowment! This year we are offering a limited number of raffle tickets and many fantastic prizes. Here is a sampling:
- A One-of-a-kind Boris Bally TRANSIT CHAIR Generously Donated by Patina Gallery ($1100 Retail Value)
- (4) $250 Rio Grande Gift Certificates to be used towards any purchase in the Tools and Equipment Catalog
- Pocosin Arts Center Cabin Fever Reliever Weekend Attendance Waiver ($600 Value)
- Touchstone Center for Crafts $250 Tuition Waiver
TICKETS: $20 each or 6 for $100.
Tickets are on sale online here! Tickets will also be available onsite at the SNAG conference until they are sold out.
Winners will be drawn during closing remarks at the conference. You do not need to be present to win. Good luck!
Find more information about the raffle and other conference fundraisers
Many thanks to our generous donors!
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Looking for a conference roommate?
We have set up a bulletin board system where you can find a good fit! Connect with other people looking for a roommate here
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 This Week on the SNAG News Blog Exhibitions On this month's list of exhibitions is Lillstreet Art Center Gallery featuring "Sense of Scale: Metal Sculpture & Wearable Art": Sarah C. Chapman, Darlys Ewoldt, Heejin Hwang, and Stacey Lee Webber present new works. These four metalsmiths all share a connection to the Lillstreet community as past or present teachers and resident artists. |
 This week on Metalsmith Bench Talk, Jay will interview Harriete Estel Berman and Brigitte Martin! Tune in Thursday February 20th at 3 PM PST for another great interview! Listen here |
 Conference Work Exchange for Students and New Professionals
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Registration for the pre- and post-conference workshops
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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
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: Parker Brown Parker Brown lives in Carbondale, Illinois where he owns and operates his business, Crescent Moon Armoury, which specializes in custom historical armour for museums, martial artists and collectors.
Parker has been an active SNAG member since 2005 and volunteers at conferences as well as at SOFA. We asked Parker why he volunteers and he said "SNAG is a member-based organization that needs the support of its membership to thrive."
Parker's chosen mentor would be Lorenz Helmschmied (ca. 1467). Thanks, Parker!
 
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Shalena White, our upcoming Maker Profile artist of the week!
Fecundity #2
Sterling silver and copper
2009
100" x 5" x 5"
Photo by Thomas Jack Hilton
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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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