Episode 97
As a Taos native and skilled goldsmith, David Anderson has a deep connection to Southwestern jewelry. That connection led him to a position on the board at the Millicent Rogers Museum, and a role repairing the famous socialite’s extensive jewelry collection. He joined the Jewelry Journey Podcast to talk about how Millicent became the foremost […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: Why collectors hate missing the chance to buy a piece they love What makes collecting pleasurable, and why fakes, loss and damage can cause so much pain for collectors The difference between collecting and hoarding Why some people want to collect and others don’t, and how that can impact […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: About the Susan Beech Mid-Career Artist Grant and the criteria for applying What the application includes, and Bonnie’s tips for ensuring you submit it properly What types of proposals catch the judges’ eye Why past winners’ applications were successful, and what they have done with the funds This year’s […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: How Art Jewelry Forum went from a small meetup of art jewelry enthusiasts to an international organization Why Susan wanted to focus her support on mid-career artists, and how she defines what a mid-career artist is What Susan hopes grant recipients and applicants will gain from the award How […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: Why jewelry is a fascinating part of our daily rituals How Raïssa developed her earring subscription program, and why it’s a viable way for jewelry artists to make steady income What Art Jewelry Forum is, and how it has helped Raïssa and other jewelry professionals and enthusiasts learn and […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: Why metalsmithing techniques can be useful even when using other materials. Why the global art jewelry community is more tight-knit than other artistic fields. How jewelry’s interactive nature separates it from other fine arts. Sofia’s future plans for her gallery, Platina. About Sofia Björkman Sofia Bjorkman didn’t intend to […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: The two ways to go about creating a piece of jewelry, and which process Sylvie uses. Why earrings aren’t just for the person wearing them. How Sylvie works with unusual materials, like bamboo and uncommon stones. Sylvie’s advice for emerging jewelers. About Sylvie Corbelin: Antiques dealer turned gemologist Sylvie […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: Why polymer clay is the perfect medium for anyone interested in color. How polymer clay became popular in the 70s and 80s. Why it’s important for art students and craftspeople to understand the principles of design. How Loretta finds her inspiration and how she encourages others to do the […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: Why Taxco became a hotbed for silver design and innovation. How the Mexican Silver Renaissance began, and what factors influenced it. How William Spratling’s silver jewelry designs made their way around the world. Which Taxco silver artists you should be following today. About Penny Morrill: Dr. Penny Morrill has […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: How jewelry and fashion trends influence other areas of design. The importance of educating customers on jewelry. Why social media marketing has been important for the business, and what strategies they use on Instagram. How Juler’s Row products draw on jewelry designs from throughout history. Why many people don’t […]
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