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2016 SNAG Election Information
Each week we'll feature a candidate in Riveting News. Online voting takes place April 25-May 21. There are five candidates for three seats on the Board; one candidate for Board President; and two candidates for one seat on the Nominations & Elections Committee. Members will also be voting on changes to the Constitution and By-Laws. You can find all the elections information online.
Featured Board Candidate: Jeff Georgantes
 Jeff Georgantes is a jeweler and instructor who has taught Art at the College of the Redwoods, as well as numerous workshops. He helped develop the Jewelry/Metals program at the Mendocino Art Center from 1991-2005, when he started his position as Jewelry/Metals Program Head at Dartmouth College.
Education
MFA: CSU, Fullerton, 2005
MA: CSU, Humboldt, 1993
BA: CSU, Humboldt, 1979
Experience
Jewelry/Metals Program Head, Dartmouth College, 2005-Present
Jewelry Program Co-Director, Mendocino Art Center, 1991-2005
SNAG Educational Endowment Committee, 2000
What does SNAG mean to you? Why are you interested in committing your time and energy to our organization?
I started as very passionate and idealistic metalsmithing student at CSU, Humboldt in 1975. Now 40 years later, I feel like I've grown up with SNAG. I've witnessed how the organization has evolved over four decades and continually strives to remain vital to our profession. I've attended most conferences since 1990. From those annual events, I've gained a slew of lifelong friendships, endless professional support, artistic inspiration, networking opportunities, and a bottomless toolbox of technical knowledge. Read more>>>
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 SNAG Links Preview
As we prepare for our Auction of Masterful Links during SNAGneXt, here's a sneak peek at another of the 2016 links:
Seed by Charles Pinckney Titanium, silver, pearls, jasper
With this link, Charles Pinckney reflects on the relationship between a teacher and their students and is greatly inspired by the impact Chuck Evans had on Pinckney's life as a student. Pinckney currently resides and maintains a studio in Athens, Georgia. His work will be featured on the new FX TV series "Atlanta," filmed later this spring. |
SNAG Springboard
These are just a few of the opportunities on Springboard. Find and post opportunities today!
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Metalsmith Vol 36 No 2
Here's a sneak peek at the cover of the next Metalsmith! It is on the way to mailboxes soon. This issue could easily be dubbed the "Women in Metal" edition, as all four feature articles and nearly all departments have women as their focus.
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From the SNAG Maker Profiles
This week's featured artist is Lieta Marziali. Visit SNAG's Facebook page to see more and be sure to check out Lieta's Maker Profile.
Girotondo by Lieta Marziali Copper, vintage tin, silver charm, paper, fabric, steel wire
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SNAG
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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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