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Be Informed for the Upcoming SNAG Election
Each week we are featuring 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: Jill Baker Gower
 Jill Baker Gower is an artist and educator whose work has been exhibited nationally and published in Metalsmith, 500 Enameled Objects, and Behind the Brooch. Recently, Jill received a New Jersey State Council on the Arts Artist Fellowship and had a solo exhibition at Heidi Lowe Gallery in Delaware.
Education
BS: Art Education, University of Wisconsin, Madison
MFA: Metals, Arizona State University
Experience
Associate Professor of Art, Rowan University
Resident Artist, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts
SNAG Program Advisory Committee, 2011
What does SNAG mean to you? Why are you interested in committing your time and energy to our organization?
I have been a member of SNAG for thirteen years, and within these years I have transitioned from student, to artist, to educator/artist. In 2004 I started attending the SNAG conference. My first conference I traveled to and attended on my own. I hadn't yet connected with the wider metals community and that first conference was a bit overwhelming. It's now an entirely different story, attending the conferences and being active in the organization continues to be a great source of community building as well as motivation for me. I can't imagine my growth as an artist and metalsmith without SNAG. At this point in my career I'm ready to give back and become more involved. I would like to become a Board member and work with others to help insure that the future of SNAG is a long and healthy one. 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:
Bi by Ezra Satok-Wolman
19k yellow gold, 500 palladium
The "Bi" disk is a symbol from ancient Chinese culture thought to symbolize the sun and/or sky. These objects testify to early stages of cosmological concepts and were handled by shamans, the transmitters of cosmological knowledge at the time. Canadian jewelry artist Ezra Satok-Wolman combines his passion for traditional techniques and contemporary art to create an identifiable style. His company, Atelier Hg, is run with his wife and partner Jennifer.
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Make it Shake, Rattle & Spin! 
This call-for-action was made to 100 lucky recipients of the 2016 Halstead Design Challenge kits. Each kit contained 50 components. Artists were asked to create a kinetic brooch using the supplies and adding a found object.
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Gabrielle Gould,
"Spring Garden View"
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When the results came in, the jury was impressed by the diverse work created. Every artist put their own spin on things! Blue Spiral 1 in Asheville, NC will exhibit the top twenty juried-in pieces during the SNAGneXt conference in May. Look out for some very creative surprises!
See more of the brooches.
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 The Legacy of an Artist and Board Member
Did you know that as an artist you can begin planning your legacy at any point in time? It is never too soon or too late to plan how you want to be remembered. Think about your legacy and what your contributions may mean to the field you loved all your life. Board Member and Artist, Dominique Bereiter, shares with SNAG why she chose to support her favorite jewelry organization as a part of her legacy giving. Read more.
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 Get Your "Official Harlan W. Butt Activity Book" Today
In celebration of Harlan's 40th year of teaching at the University of North Texas, James Thurman has created a fun-filled Activity Book with contributions from 20 people (including Harlan himself). $10 of every book purchased is donated to a UNT student scholarship in his name. Order now and don't miss the fun!
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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
Metalsmith is on the way to mailboxes. While you wait for it to arrive, check out the Boris Bally video just posted at Metalsmith EXTRA!
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From the SNAG Maker Profiles
This week's featured artist is Lisa Cottone. Visit SNAG's Facebook page to see more and be sure to check out Lisa's Maker Profile.
Crocheted Ruby Bracelet by Lisa Cottone
Fine silver, argentium sterling, labgrown rubies
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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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