SNAG Links Are Back!
As we prepare for our Auction of Masterful Links during SNAGneXt, here's a sneak peek at one of the 2016 links:
Cultigen by Linda Threadgill
Sterling silver, 24k gold plated
Cultigen, refers to a deliberately modified natural plant form and reflects Threadgill's study of the origins of ornamental designs and the re-imagining of nature. With botanical imagery as a reference, her recent work is an exploration of symmetry, pattern, and arrangement alluding to natural representation. Threadgill resides and maintains a studio in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She is a Professor Emerita from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. |
Join Us in Baltimore 
This year at American Craft Baltimore, SNAG is partnering with the Baltimore Jewelry Center to host a happy hour event on Saturday, February 20th from 6-8 p.m. We will be celebrating both the Baltimore Jewelry Center and Metal Shop, an exhibition showcasing contemporary jewelers represented in their new gallery store. We would love for all SNAG members in the Baltimore area to join us for that evening. Baltimore Jewelry Center is at 10 E. North Ave, Suite 130.
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 Last Chance to Submit Entries! Student Exhibition & Digital Presentation
Attention students and faculty: SNAG's 2016 Juried Student Exhibition and Digital Presentation of Student Work are taking entries. They will both be presented at SNAGneXt in May. Deadline for both extended to this Thursday, February 18.
Conference Student Scholarships Deadline
We are offering a limited number of Conference Student Scholarships for SNAGneXt. Full or part-time students enrolled in degree or certificate programs can apply. It covers the cost of student member conference registration ($235). Deadline this Friday, February 19.
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 Exhibition in Print Deadline is One Week Away
Metalsmith. It will showcase works that reveal innovative approaches to how jewelry and metal objects are conceived, made, and displayed. For this issue, the emphasis is on location or place as subject or actual space for the creation and display of work. Deadline extended to February 22.
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 Member Achievements:
Myra Mimlitsch-Gray
Congratulations to SNAG member Myra Mimlitsch-Gray for being inducted into American Craft Council's College of Fellows! ACC has bestowed the title of Fellow to artists and others in the field since 1975. Candidates for this prestigious honor are nominated and elected by their peers. To be eligible, individuals must demonstrate extraordinary ability and must have worked for 25 years or more in the discipline or career in which they are recognized.
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SNAG Springboard
These are just a few of the opportunities on Springboard.
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Metalsmith Vol 36 No 1
Be sure to visit our Metalsmith EXTRA! page to see an amazing short video featuring Detroit artist Tiff Massey, our studio visit artist in the current issue.
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| Educational Endowment Scholarships
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| Caitlin Skelcey,
a 2015 recipient |
SNAG annually awards three student scholarships and three emerging/mid-career artist scholarships. Learn more and apply now. Deadline: March 17.
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2016 Trunk Show Sale
Spaces are filling up! If you are interested in selling you work at the Trunk Show Sale during SNAGneXt in Asheville, be sure to sign up soon.
Approximately 70 artists will be on hand to show and sell their best work. Spaces are given on a first-come, first-served basis during registration. Conference-goers and the public are welcome at the Trunk Show -- don't miss this fun event!
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From the SNAG Maker Profiles
This week's featured artist is Elan K. Lee-Vance. Visit SNAG's Facebook page to see more and be sure to check out Elan's Maker Profile .
Cherry Blossom Cuffs by Elan K. Lee-Vance. Sterling silver, bronze and copper.
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SNAG
541-345-5689
info@snagmetalsmith.org www.snagmetalsmith.org
The Society of North American Goldsmiths advances jewelry and metalsmithing by inspiring creativity, encouraging education, and fostering community. SNAG envisions a diverse jewelry and metals community engaging in thoughtful conversation and critical discourse while preserving tradition and embracing innovation.
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