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Update Your Address Book
Please note SNAG's new mailing address! Be sure to send all renewals, donations, and other communication to: PO Box 1355, Eugene OR 97440 |
This Week on the SNAG News Blog: Technical Article - "Laser Engraved Enamel" by Erin Turner
Erin Turner, a current metalsmithing and jewelry graduate student at the University of North Texas, has been using laser cutting and etching in a variety of ways in her studio work. When she noticed significant variations in the quality of the etching on different enamels, she began an in-depth testing of them to determine why. She was able to work with colleagues in UNT's Department of Materials Science and Engineering to do that testing.
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SNAG 2015 Boston Conference
Registration is open. Check out the great lineup of conference speakers and events on the website. Go NowThe 2015 conference begins at 6:00 pm on May 20th with keynote speaker Ruudt Peters, and runs through May 23rd. Interested in showing your work at the Trunk Show or attending the Trunk Show VIP Hour? Learn moreLooking for a conference roommate? Use the Roommate FinderPlease note: Due to technical problems, you will need to register for the conference using a browser other than Safari.
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 2015 Call for Nominations and Candidacy
The 2015 SNAG Election will determine three (3) members of the Board of Directors, and one (1) member of the Nominations & Elections Committee.
The deadline for candidates to be added to the 2015 Election slate is February 19, 2015. Please contact a member of the Nominations and Elections Committee today. Michael Dale Bernard - 2015 Chair, michaeldalebernard@gmail.com Laura Wood, laurawoodstudios@gmail.com Dan DiCaprio, dandicaprio@gmail.com
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Did you know there's a NEW scholarship for emerging & mid-career artists?
New in 2015, SNAG has three juried scholarships for emerging and mid-career artists to use toward a workshop of their choice in North America. These awards will be as follows: one $2000 award, one $1500 award and one $1000 award; each includes a one-year SNAG membership. Emerging and mid-career artists should have not been enrolled in a degree or certificate program in the past 3 years to qualify.
For 2015, SNAG will also award three student scholarships with at least one award given to a student that is currently an undergraduate. These scholarships are for tuition towards the artists' degree granting program. The scholarships are as follows: one $2000 award, one $1500 award and one $1000 award; each includes a one-year SNAG membership.
Deadline: March 15, 2015 - Learn more
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Impulse to Decorate
Don't miss this exclusive three-city tour for contemporary studio jewelry collectors! Visit San Francisco, Sante Fe, and Houston this April to see some of the best collections and studios of art jewelry in the country. Includes the studios of several SNAG members. For more information contact Meg MacDonald at Travel Muse: 617-480-0250, meg@travelmuse.net |
jacQueline Sanchez on "Oregon Art Beat"
Oregon jeweler jacQueline Sanchez was recently interviewed in her studio by "Oregon Art Beat." Her interview and "Portland Green Heart" necklace is featured in the episode premiering February 5th on OBP TV. After the air date the episode can also be seen on the OPB website. Learn more |
WE ARE SNAG: Identity
Spend some time with SNAG's newest online exhibition, WE ARE SNAG: Identity. It gives a glimpse into the collection of stunning, colorful, and unique works that SNAG members work so hard to create. At right: Elizabete Ludviks |
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.
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SNAG Springboard Highlights
These are just a couple of the opportunities you'll find at Springboard on SNAG's website. Discover calls for entry, teaching positions, workshops, scholarships, grants, studio space and more. Post opportunities you want to share. Visit Springboard today!
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 SNAG Maker Profile Artist of the Week: Nena G. Potts
Visit our Facebook page to see more featured artists! And be sure to check out Nina's Maker Profile.
"Broken Heart Series Brooch 11/4"
by Nena G. Potts
silver, steel, gold filled
2013
Take 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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