Episode 83
What you’ll learn in this episode: What resources Valerie used to teach herself jewelry making. What sacred geometry is, and how it influences Valerie’s work. The process behind creating “The Gauntlet,” a bracelet featuring stunning Queensland black boulder opals. How jewelry is similar to architecture. About Valerie Jo Coulson Valerie Jo Coulson is an American […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: What art jewelry is and how it differs from artist’s jewelry. Why the boundaries between jewelry and other art and design disciplines are breaking down. How the breaking down of boundaries is changing how jewelry is purchased, collected and exhibited. How Art Jewelry Forum got started and what its […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: What jewelry literacy is, and why it is important. How Karen curated her collection of vintage jewelry and jewelry books. How stylists and costume designers work with jewelry archivists. How The Jewelry Library is continuing its programming online. What to expect from The Jewelry Library in the future. About […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: How Kentshire Galleries has adapted over the years and continues to modernize its brand. Why digital marketing is the key to preserving interest in vintage jewelry. How to get young people to connect with antique jewelry, even if they can’t afford it (yet). Why retail shopping will never go […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: How Robert Lee Morris started as a self-taught jewelry designer and forged a path to the pinnacle of the fashion jewelry world. How galleries like Sculpture to Wear and Artwear helped promote studio jewelry. What it was like to be part of the 70s and 80s fashion scene. How […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: Why Adi uses unusual materials and printing processes in her work. How jewelry, fashion and art intersect and inspire one another. How Adi scored a partnership with El Al Airlines and what techniques she uses to promote her work. About Adi Raffeld Podhorzer: Adi is an Israeli fashion designer […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: What “demi-fine jewelry” means. Why vermeil is the “gold” standard for plated jewelry. How Lausanne’s previous work as a fashion designer inspires her jewelry line. How Shop Lausanne has remained flexible during the coronavirus pandemic. About Lausanne Miller: After spending 13 years as a fashion designer and director for […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: The history of Kevin Friedman’s South African jewelry brand Frankli Wild. How Kevin created the iconic Ponahalo Necklace, which won the Diamond International Award. The materials and techniques used in African jewelry design, and how Kevin puts his own twist on them. How jewelry artists collaborate with fashion designers […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: How San Francisco’s art jewelry scene has changed over the last three decades. Why art jewelry made from non-precious materials is still worthy of a high price tag. How the Society of North American Goldsmiths has responded to the coronavirus pandemic, and how you can help support the organization. […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: An insider’s look into Cara Croninger’s innovative work and process. How Cara’s color creations makes her pieces unique. The impact of Robert Lee Morris and Cara Croninger’s relationship. How The Clocktower in New York helped influence artists such as Cara. Saudia’s plans to carry on her mother’s legacy with […]
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