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SNAG Membership Meeting Recap
Last week we sent out a Membership Meeting Recap email to all members. Take the time to review the important information that was presented at the Membership Meeting at our 2014 conference. |
This Week on the SNAG News Blog: Books & DVDs
Silversmithing: A Contemporary Guide to Makingby Brian Hill and Andrew Putland With case studies from leading silversmiths, this book is a lavish guide to creating stunning and innovative designs in silver. This book and more can be found in this week's news post on the SNAG website. |
Are You Getting the Most Out of Your Jewelry Images?
As a jewelry designer, you have a pretty good artistic sense. And, quite likely, you have a pretty good camera, too. So that means you can save some money by taking some pretty good pictures to market your work, right? Not necessarily!
So how do you know if you need a professional photographer? And if so, how do you go about choosing one? Those are just the first questions that this month's Jeweler's Resource Bureau webinar guest, master photographer Robert Diamante, will explain for you July 24 at 3:00 Eastern. Webinar price is $29. To sign up for the webinar visit Jeweler's Resource Bureau. |
Smithsonian Craft Show Call for Entries 2015
Widely regarded as the nation's premier juried show and sale of fine American craft. No artist is automatically invited back; all previous exhibitors must reapply and be evaluated by the jury. As a result, each new show is different from previous shows, and is always an exciting presentation of excellence in American craft.The application for the 2015 Smithsonian Craft Show is due September 14, 2014. |
Art Jewelry Forum 2014 Artist Award for an Emerging Jewelry Arist
Art Jewelry Forum (AJF) is accepting applications for its 2014 Artist Award for an Emerging Jewelry Artist. This is the fifteenth year that AJF will be providing a cash award to a contemporary jewelry artist. The amount of the 2014 award will remain at $7500 this year thanks to the generous support of Susan Kempin and Susan Beech, both long-time collectors and supporters of AJF.The purpose of the award is to acknowledge promise, innovation, and individuality in the work of an emerging jewelry artist and to help to advance the artist's career. Deadline: September 30, 2014. |
Ramp Up Your Holiday Sales with Training Videos from Flourish & Thrive Academy
Did you know that designers who prepare for the holidays now are more likely to have increases in sales and raving fans? Check out the free "Ramp Up Your Holiday Sales" training videos over at Flourish & Thrive Academy. Video #1 teaches you how to "Craft Your Roadmap for Holiday Sales Success," video #2 is "3 Things You Must Do Now for a Successful Sales Season," and video #3 is "How to Ramp Up for the Holiday Season." There are also worksheets that accompany the videos. Flourish & Thrive Academy also has a blog to follow and they feature a jewelry designer every week in their "Design Spotlight." To learn more about being featured go here. |
Billanti Casting Co. Inc. Quality - Service - Dependability Since 1955
BILLANTI CASTING is dedicated to service with a personal approach, continuing for almost 60 years to provide castings and mold making services of excellence, while maintaining the integrity of a client's creation in strict confidence. Call 516-775-4800 to speak with either Rosemarie or Gina regarding your individual casting needs. You can always expect the quality, service and dependability that is synonymous with Billanti Casting. |
Metalsmith Bench Talk
Jay Whaley interviews metalsmiths on his show Metalsmith Bench Talk. Shows are live Thursdays at 3 PM PST and are archived for your listening convenience.
Listen here |
The Arts Business Institute presents three workshops on the business of art: Art + Business NYC - New York, NY, September 27-28 No More Starving Artists - Edinboro, PA, October 10-11 Art Business Bootcamp - Naples, FL, October 17-18 Study Abroad in Italy - Take beginning to advanced classes in jewelry fabrication, and in depth enameling. Sculpture in the Wild International Sculpture Symposium - Five sculptors have been invited to the Blackfoot Valley to create significant site-specific works of art. These are only a few of the opportunities you'll find on Springboard. Discover calls for entry, teaching positions, workshops, scholarships, grants, studio space and more. Post opportunities you want to share. Visit Springboard today! |
 Maker Profile Artist of the Week:
Stephen Yusko Visit our Facebook page to see more!
If you don't use Facebook, check out Stephen's Maker Profile
Nine Square Box by Stephen Yusko steelphoto: Dan MorganTake advantage of this member benefit and get more exposure for your work! Make sure you have at least five high quality images so we can feature your work in Riveting News and on social media. |
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