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October 2022, Part 2 There are so many reasons to purchase art jewelry… You got that hard-earned promotion—celebrate! You’re experiencing a once-in-a-lifetime occasion—honor it. You wrapped up that...
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In Conversation with Rachel Sasporta
Rachel Sasporta, photo: Vered Babai Rachel Sasporta is a senior curator at the Ramat HaSharon Geological Museum. She has worked there for about 15 years. Israeli artist Ariel Lavian says that Sasporta...
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In Conversation with Ariel Lavian
Ariel Lavian, photo: Chen Lavian With the theme “Colorful Recovery,” the first Israel Biennale of Contemporary Jewelry will take place November 10–14, 2022. Its organizer and curator, Ariel Lavian,...
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Please Donate to Fund Our Future
Can you believe that AJF is 25 years old?! Thank you for all you’ve done to bring us where we are today! With your generous support, AJF has: Become a leading voice in the field—keeping you in the know...
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These AJF Members Have Programs at NYCJW 2022
SUNDAY BELLA NEYMAN, JULIE SIMPSON, TIFFANY DUBIN On Collecting: Jewelry, Panel Discussion November 13, 1 p.m. A conversation that explores the world of collecting jewelry MONDAY HELEN DRUTT...
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On Offer
November, Part 1 There are so many reasons to purchase art jewelry… You got that hard-earned promotion—celebrate! You’re experiencing a once-in-a-lifetime occasion—honor it. You wrapped up that major...
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OMG, Have You Heard
November 2022, Part 1 If you’re a member of AJF at the Silver level or above, you can add news and ideas to this bi-monthly report by going here. Not a member? Join AJF here. Listings gathered with...
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What Makes David Bielander’s Necklaces Art Jewelry?
HUMOR. Referencing the tale about telling lies versus telling the truth, the Pinocchio series offers a witty commentary on our era. FOR PLACEMENT ONLY. David Bielander, Portrait of Bielander Wearing...
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What Makes Karl Fritsch’s Ring Art Jewelry?
SUBVERSION. Although Fritsch makes rings from precious metal and stones, he uses these materials in revolutionary ways that topple traditional jewelry formats. FOR PLACEMENT ONLY. Karl Fritsch, Ring,...
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What Makes Helen Britton’s Brooch Art Jewelry?
SUSTAINABILITY. Preservation of the environment, along with a fondness for costume jewelry, are displayed in this brooch made from repurposed elements. FOR PLACEMENT ONLY. Helen Britton, Brooch, 2012,...
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Seven More Examples of Art Jewelry
I CREATED THIS AS A LIST , BUT I COULD INSTEAD PRESENT IT AS A PHOTO ESSAY. WOULD THAT SEEM LESS OVERWHELMING FOR THE READER? Ada Chen, Text Message Earrings, 2018, laser-cut acrylic, sterling...
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Susan Cummins on Judging the Susan Beech Mid-Career Grant
The $20,000 Susan Beech Mid-Career Grant offers prestige, recognition, and funding to the winner. Recognizes a mid-career artist who has made a substantial contribution to the field of art jewelry Open...
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A Life Story in Jewelry
The Jewellery Box chronicles Jorunn Veiteberg’s jewelry collection. Our reviewer calls it one of the best books about jewelry ever. Life-sized photos of the pieces—presented in order of purchase—appear...
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OMG, Have You Heard
November 2022, Part 2 If you’re a member of AJF at the Silver level or above, you can add news and ideas to this bi-monthly report by going here. Not a member? Join AJF here. Listings gathered with...
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On Offer
November, Part 2 There are so many reasons to purchase art jewelry… You got that hard-earned promotion—celebrate! You’re experiencing a once-in-a-lifetime occasion—honor it. You wrapped up that major...
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AJF visited NYC Jewelry Week, November 14 to November 20, 2022. The week was packed with jewelry-related events, including lectures, exhibitions, pop-ups, and opportunities to connect with like-minded...
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Kumi Kaguraoka
Kumi Kaguraoka, a Japanese artist based in Tokyo, makes wearable pieces inspired by anatomy, beauty standards across cultures and time, and the imagined concerns of a future humanity faced with...
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Can you believe that AJF is 25 years old?! Thank you for all you’ve done to bring us where we are today! With your generous support, AJF has: Become a leading voice in the field—keeping you in the know...
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Annamaria Zanella, 1966–2022
By exploring forms and color and using base materials, Annamaria Zanella radically innovated the language of jewelry An expert gold- and silversmith, she also excelled at the techniques of enameling...
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On Offer
December 2022, Part 1 There are so many reasons to purchase art jewelry… but perhaps the best one is that THE HOLIDAYS ARE HERE! Treat yourself! You’ve been good this year, right? (And even if you...
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