The Association for Contemporary Jewellery

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The Association for Contemporary Jewellery

The Association for Contemporary Jewellery is devoted to the promotion, representation, understanding and development of contemporary jewellery in the United Kingdom and abroad.

 

Website: http://www.acj.org.uk/
Location: UK
Members: 67
Latest Activity: Oct 11, 2020

The Association for Contemporary Jewellery

is devoted to the promotion, representation, understanding and development of contemporary jewellery in the United Kingdom and abroad.

Founded as a membership association in 1997 and registered as a Limited Company in 2006, it recognises a need to foster discussion, debate and critical review and interaction amongst its members. To this end we organise conferences, lectures, seminars, workshops and an annual general meeting for our members. Our regular newsletter, findings, features reviews, information, comment, book offers and discounts and is of benefit to both our members and the wider public. We also produce a monthly e-bulletin featuring news and opportunities.

We welcome as members practising jewellers, associated designers and crafts people, educators, students, gallery owners and retailers, museum curators, critics and collectors - indeed, anyone with an interest in contemporary jewellery.


The Association for Contemporary Jewellery 
PO Box 37807 London SE23 1XJ United Kingdom 
Telephone: + 00 44 (0)20 8291 4201 
Fax: + 00 44 (0)20 8291 4452 
Email: enquiries@acj.org.uk

 

WHAT WE DO

• promote greater understanding of contemporary jewellery
• support jewellers’ creative and professional development
• develop audiences for this lively field of contemporary craft and design

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streamlining our pages

Started by Rebecca Skeels Oct 11, 2020. 0 Replies

Dear All Members, Followers and Likers of our Network pages.We are currently streamlining our pages at the moment and have found that fewer people are now following and using twitter and crafthaus to find out about jewellery events, exhibitions, opportunities, seeing new work and generally chatting about jewellery.If you use these, please head over to our other pages on other platforms: -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Association.Contemporary.Jewellery/Linkedin Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/3628898/Linkedin Business page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/association-for-contemporary-jewellery-limitedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/acj.org.uk/and of course, our main website…Continue

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Comment by Rebecca Skeels on March 21, 2012 at 2:39am

Welsh Mining Memorial

Criteria: An artist is required for the design of a memorial sculpture that will sit within a newly created memorial garden in order to celebrate those who lost their lives within the Welsh Coal Mining Industry. This will tie in with the commemoration of the forthcoming centenary of the Universal disaster in October 2013. The work required shall be a free standing piece and should consist of a larger than lifesize figurative sculpture cast in bronze or other suitable material, to be stood on a plinth made from local stone.
Deadline: 13 April 2012
Contact
Caerphilly County Borough Council
UK - Hengoed
www.caerphilly.gov.uk
Details
If you are interested in this commission and would like to receive a more detailed brief that includes details of how to apply, please email a request to Helen Simmonds or tel 01495 235067.

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on March 21, 2012 at 2:37am

FutureEverything 2012 Conference Bursary

Criteria: Practicing artists, activists and change makers without institutional support whose work relates to FutureEverything's field. FutureEverything is an award-winning festival and conference based in Manchester. The FutureEverything 2012 Conference (and associated workshop events) brings together around 500 delegates from across the creative industries, new technologies, innovation, arts, public sector and academia. Conference topics include: Participatory Media, Wikileaks and Arab Spring, Future Cities, Open Knowledge and Fab Lab Creative Communities. FutureEverything are offering a limited number of Conference Bursaries available for practicing artists, activists and change makers without institutional support to ensure their voices are fully represented at the Conference.
Deadline: 16 April 2012
Contact
FUTURE EVERYTHING CIC
Manchester
www.futureeverything.org
Details
The FutureEverything Conference Bursary gives you a two day Conference Pass which would otherwise cost £240 in advance. For details visit: http://www.formstack.com/forms/?1156421-JwXVm275DG

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on March 18, 2012 at 7:52am

Diamond Jubilee Exhibition.... LAST peek at a piece.. You'll have to visit!!   by Terry Hunt

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on March 17, 2012 at 8:00am

Diamond Jubilee Exhibition.... peek at a piece.. by Lynne Bartlett

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on March 16, 2012 at 12:02pm

EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS

Spring/Summer 2012

Craft Central On Show
 

THIS MONTH

 

NEXT WEEK! Craft Central Gets Hitched: Central London's Handmade wedding fair (22-25 March 2012)

Wedding coming up? Fed up of sprawling soulless commercial wedding fairs? Compact and bijoux, get personal at Craft Central! All you need to add a handmade touch to the big day. From the bride herself to guests looking for the ideal gift, there’s something for everyone… and, what’s more, IT’S FREE!

One stop wedding shop Craft Central Gets Hitched returns for 2012, bringing you even more handmade design treats to help add some character to your big day. Our designers are as excited about your wedding as you are (well, almost!) so come and meet them... The wedding excitement begins with Celebrity Stylist Zoe Lem’s talk,Finding Your Perfect Vintage Shape on Wed 21 March - book onlineJoin us for a glass of fizz and delicious canapés from Pom Pom Takoyaki at the launch night (22 March).

From ‘classic’ wedding essentials, to the slightly more unusual, handcrafted products will include: Bridal fashion; Invitations; Millinery; Jewellery (rings in particular!); Gifts (Ceramics, Interior Products, Silversmithing, etc); Father/Mother of Bride/Groom fashion and accessories; Bunting; Decorations; Floristry; Favours and table paraphernalia. Don't miss hair and makeup by Shai Hair SalonPowder Puffs & Pin Curls and Lesley Vye; scrumptious cake samples by Chop’s Cakes and Sweet Robot; music from DJs The Wedding SmashersRhapsody Road Photography’s pop up photo booth and Quintessentially Quirky competition to win a free wedding photography package; gorgeous floristry by Flor Unikon and tasty wedding food fromHomeSlice Pizza and Wedding Trikes & Cocktail Campers.

Download your invitation and Read the press release

Find your perfect vintage shape: A night with Zoe Lem – Fashion & Celebrity Stylist and Dress Designer (21 March 2012)

In association with Craft Central Gets Hitched and Zoe Lem’s Vintage Wedding Fair, we’re celebrating all things wedding, including selecting the perfect vintage shape for your dress. Taking a breather from planning her Vintage Wedding Fair Fashion & Celebrity Stylist and Dress Designer, Zoe Lem, will talk about the styles indicative of different eras and which body shapes they suit best. Having dressed celebrities (including Cat Deeley, Trinny & Susannah and Myleene Klass), models and real women for 15 years, Zoe will share her wealth of experience to help you identify your shape and the most flattering style for your big day. Hear about Hollywood stars throughout the decades and how to recreate their style to suit you.

Only £5 (including wine). Limited places so book online now!

CIY: Craft it Yourself - Satisfy your crafty urges

From millinery, to crochet to jewellery, our enjoyable CIY: Craft It Yourself workshops offer the chance for anyone to get making. No experience required! Whether you’re already an expert, or fancy trying something new, come and satisfy your crafty urges.

Exciting new workshops coming soon - we'll keep you posted.

Read the current press release

Only £19.99 (including wine and materials). Limited places so book online now!

Made in Clerkenwell: Summer Open Studios at Craft Central - 2 buildings; 90 designers; the ultimate shopping treat! (24-27 M...

Dates have been set for Made in Clerkenwell: Summer Open Studios, so diaries at the ready and pencil in the ultimate shopping treat for 24-27 May 2012. Part of theClerkenwell Design Week Fringe, Craft Central will open the doors to its two fascinating Victorian buildings. An intriguing ‘behind the scenes’ chance to explore the workshops of our renowned design community - whether you’ve got an hour to pop in or a whole day to mooch, mingle with the makers in the studios where they work their magic. One ticket allows unlimited access over 4 days, including Thursday’s launch event and Friday’s late night shopping.

Avoid the high street and opt for handmade! Prepare to be tempted by fashion, interior products, ceramics, accessories and traditional crafts by 90+ exceptional UK designers.

Craft Central is excited to be part of the Clerkenwell Design Week .... As well asMade in Clerkenwell, there will be special exhibitions in Clerkenwell Green and St John’s Square, a ‘live studio’ window display and CIY making workshops in partnership with Creative Clerkenwell... More details coming soon!

Download your invitation and Read the press release

...We hope to see you soon!


Comment by Rebecca Skeels on March 15, 2012 at 12:12pm

Hello

 

I would like to let you know about an exciting opportunity to promote your work at a unique Craft Fair in Dorking on the weekend of 28 and 29 July 2012.

 

As part of the London 2012 Olympics, the cycling road race passes through Dorking on 28 and 29 July. Official estimates predict over 20,000 visitors to the town at that time.

 

Dorking Halls is on the route of the road race and is planning to make use of this unique opportunity to arrange a Craft Fair showcasing some of the best contemporary craftspeople. To make this event as accessible as possible we will not be charging any admission for visitors.

 

The road race brings with it some logistical issues, in that the road past the venue will be closed for much of Saturday 28 and Sunday 29th. Stall holders will set up on Friday 27 July and can dismantle either on Sunday evening or on the Monday morning. Overnight security will be provided each night so stall can be left set up for the duration. More information is on the attached sheet.

 

I have attached an Application Form and some information for your consideration. If you are interested in taking a stand, you will need to return the Application Form to me by 20th April. After that there will be a selection process and we will then contact you to let you know if we can offer you a space and ask you to complete an Acceptance Form. 

 

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me, though I am on leave from 12-16 March. If you need to speak to someone before then you can call Stuart Cole on (01306) 879314.

 

I look forward to hearing from you,

 

Yours sincerely,

 

Keith Garrow,

General Manager,

Dorking Halls.

tel: (01306) 879311

email: keith.garrow@molevalley.gov.uk

 

For further information on events and facilities at Dorking Halls, visit our website at www.dorkinghalls.co.uk

 

 

Have you tried www.molevalley.gov.uk? Our easy to use, accessible website allows you to access our services at any time. You can look at planning applications, pay bills online or find out more about where you live using the Mole Valley and Me feature.

 

Please note that calls to the Council may be recorded and monitored for training purposes. The computer system may also be monitored and recorded to secure the effective operation of the system and for other lawful purposes. This email and any files transmitted with it are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to which they are addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, the E-mail and any files have been transmitted to you in error and any copying, distribution or other use of the information contained in them is strictly prohibited.

 

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on March 12, 2012 at 5:21pm
Comment by Rebecca Skeels on March 12, 2012 at 5:14pm


Here at Made By Ore HQ there has been a lot going on...

We have been busy preparing for our Easter Master Classes Programme – we still have some places left, and you can now book them directly from our website!  www.madebyore.com a href="http://www.madebyore.com/">http://www.madebyore.com>    Also Due to a high demand we have added a 1 Day Soldering Master Class.  Please find attached to this email a poster  with all the Master Class details: -

CHAIN MAKING AND WIRE WORKING
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SILVERSMITHING
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MOULD-MAKING & WAX CARVING FOR CASTING JEWELLERY AND OBJECTS
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SOLDERING (NEW!)

                                                                                                                                                                                         
Also, on Saturday 24th March 2012 we are hosting a very special fundraising event...!


Ellie has been a great supporter of Made By Ore since its formation, and so we want to show our support for her Marathon Mission.  Please join us in support and athletic jewellery making!

The day promises to be a fun filled extravaganza of jewellery old & new, tea & cake, and inspiring tales of Ellie's sporting challenge! The workshops are suitable for all levels including complete beginners, so if you've ever fancied doing one of our classes this event is your chance to do it at a fraction of the usual cost!

Tickets for the Run Rings Around workshops cost just £25 and £20 from every single ticket will be donated to Ellie's marathon charity - The Outwardbound Trust; an outdoor education charity supporting young people achieve their potential.  Places for this event are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment! 
                                                                                                                                                                                         

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on March 12, 2012 at 5:12pm

I just wanted to let you know that we're offering a 25% discount on our Made By Ore Master Classes to all Full Time students, to make them a bit more affordable.  If you could pass this on to your students and anyone else you think might be interested that'd be great!  We've also added a little 1 Day Soldering Masterclass, which might be of interest to all your jewellers, silversmiths and metalwork students.  I've attached a flyer/poster to this email, which you can forward straight on.

We are also offering "Hot Benches" to students/jewellers and silversmiths, which can be rented for just £15/day, so if any of your students need a space to work over the Easter/Summer Hols or after graduation then we'd be more than happy to accommodate them!   I've attached a poster for this too. http://www.madebyore.com/Easter-Master-Classes(2673270).htm 

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on March 12, 2012 at 5:00pm

Crafts Shop and Galleries Guide 2012  - Call for Entries

Following the success of the Crafts Shops and Galleries Guide 2011, Crafts Magazine is delighted to announce the publication of the new 2012 guide, which will again provide readers with the definitive guide to regional craft outlets. The pocket-sized supplement is open to galleries, group studios and individual makers with a retail outlet and is scheduled for inclusion in Crafts magazine's July/August 2012 edition. Additional copies will be distributed at various events that Crafts magazine attends during the year.

We are delighted to invite you to be included in the next edition, please contact me to register your interest.


I look forward to hearing from you.
Best regards,
Charlotte Hollingshead

chollingshead@publishingmatters.co.uk
+44(0)1395 576 829
www.craftsmagazine.org.uk

 

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