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SNAG

Society of North American Goldsmiths is the Premier Association for Jewelry, Design and Metalsmithing.

Website: http://snagmetalsmith.org
Location: online
Members: 259
Latest Activity: Jul 16, 2018

SNAG NEWS

CALL FOR ENTRY: “Shifting Sites”

Contemporary metalsmithing is a dynamic field, marked by ever-expanding possibilities for the creation and presentation of work. “Shifting Sites,” SNAG’s 2016 Juried Exhibition in Print produced by Metalsmith, will showcase works that explore the changing spaces of jewelry and objects as they are conceived, made, and displayed. Jurors Eva Eisler, Lauren Fensterstock, and Lori Talcott are seeking examples that creatively engage with their environment.

For this “Shifting Sites” issue, the emphasis is on location or place as either subject or actual space for the creation and display of work. The jurors welcome works that expand and explore the “where” of contemporary metalsmithing. As a subject for metalsmithing, “site” can be understood as geography, landscape or cityscape and be revealed in imagery or forms that reference natural settings, architecture, urban or rural spaces. Actual space of a piece can refer to where the idea was realized, the physical location of construction, where it is worn, or where it is displayed or sold.

“Shifting Sites” broadly refers to the changing boundaries in metalsmithing practice.

Deadline Feb 22, 2016

Entry Details

Discussion Forum

SNAG JAMS Vol. 2 Call for Entries

Started by Liz Steiner Jul 16, 2018. 0 Replies

It's time to apply for this years volume of JAMS: Jewelry and Metals Survey. This survey publication is meant to showcase a broad range of jewelry and metal objects, created in the past year, and selected by a jury. This years jurors are Hoss Haley, Todd Reed, and Jennifer Scanlan. SNAG members receive a discount on the application fee.…Continue

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SNAG Connects: Meet Your Region Leader- Canada

Started by Liz Steiner Mar 19, 2018. 0 Replies

The purpose of SNAG Connects is to bring together members and potential members within their own geographical region. Each region has a volunteer leader in charge of forging these relationships.Bio: Pasha Moezzi is an emerging Jewellery artist residing in Toronto. He obtained his Fine Arts diploma from Langara College and later attended the BFA Program at Concordia University in Montreal…Continue

Tags: Pasha, Moezzi, Canada, Leader, Connects

Supporting SNAG Members

Started by Liz Steiner Feb 12, 2018. 0 Replies

One of the things I love most about the SNAG community is the diversity of passions, interests and goals of our members. I'm always inspired by the dedication, commitment and persistence of SNAG members in reaching for these goals. If only all of our bank accounts could keep up with our dreams. Here are three awesome SNAG ladies, each with very different aspirations, but all in need of financial assistance.…Continue

Tags: James, jewelry, neon, crowdfunding, Danielle

SNAG Portland: Makers Across Disciplines Engage

Started by Liz Steiner Jan 25, 2018. 0 Replies

Registration for the SNAG Portland Conference is live (with reduced prices!). The conference will be here before we know it, but there's still plenty of ways to get involved.For those of you lucky enough to snag a Halstead Challenge kit, I hope you're further along on your brooch than I am. Halstead has been putting out some great videos on brainstorming, that I've found to be super…Continue

Tags: exchange, work, registration, pre-conference, workshops

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Comment by Brigitte Martin on October 29, 2012 at 5:04pm

Love this color combination: Petra Class' piece on the cover of the latest Metalsmith magazine!
To subscribe for a single issue or for a year: http://www.snagmetalsmith.org/metalsmith-magazine/about-metalsmith/

Comment by Brigitte Martin on October 26, 2012 at 11:27am

For those of you thinking about going to the Toronto SNAG conference next year, please look at this info ahead of time, particularly at the US Customs and Border Protection Guide!!
http://www.snagmetalsmith.org/conferences/meta-mosaic/about/getting...

Comment by Brigitte Martin on October 26, 2012 at 11:12am

Year-end donation ask time, oh, how I dread thee - and I know I am not alone. Do you, like me, think you should donate but then oftentimes don’t go through with it because you are (a) not rich enough to support every worthy cause and (b) worried that your comparatively tiny donation probably won’t matter anyway? For instance, do you enjoy what SNAG has to offer and know they really need the money, but ....

Well, to cut this short, this year I decided to buckle down and donate to SNAG! I can’t give thousands of dollars but I know that even my few bucks will count, will be noticed, will be effective and will support something that is really important to you and me: our community of fellow metalsmiths and the message that needs to get out there that what we do is great. I mean, really, what is more important than jewelry and metals? Anyone?

So, can I ask you to send in a donation as well, please? Absolutely every amount counts and is noticed. Can you do it now? It rally takes just 10 seconds of your time. Here is the link:
https://www.snagmetalsmith.org/get-involved/donate/make-a-donation/


Thank you very much!

Brigitte Martin
SNAG, Board of Directors
-Community Liaison-

PS: Money is what keeps things afloat. It’s really that simple. Your contribution and your involvement matter very much, particularly to a small arts organization like SNAG. Thank you again!

Comment by Brigitte Martin on October 24, 2012 at 9:17am

Update: SNAG's informational blurb regarding the 2013 Online Exhibition:

"Contemporary Goldsmithing: Tradition & Excellence"
For centuries, master goldsmiths worked with precious metals, gemstones, and pearls, delivering highly desired jewelry and hollowware to courts and churches. The traditional techniques and skills needed to produce extraordinary pieces have changed little over time. Shown in museums, acquired for private collections, sold at esteemed auction houses, and universally revered, the finest examples of contemporary goldsmithing continue to astound viewers with their timeless beauty and skillful execution.

"Contemporary Goldsmithing: Tradition & Excellence" is the second virtual exhibition organized by SNAG. We are looking for high-quality images of exemplary work by contemporary, traditional goldsmiths. We welcome one-of-a-kind jewelry and objects created from precious metals. Of added interest are designs and processes implemented in response to the rising cost of materials. Each entry should epitomize the best of what is being created in the studio today.

George Sawyer, celebrated goldsmith and maker of exquisite mokume gane, will jury this exhibition with two other jurors of his choice. Watch in 2013 for the Call for Entries with instructions on how to submit work.
Comment by Brigitte Martin on August 13, 2012 at 10:41am
SNAG announces the creation of a new Community Liaison position on the board of directors.  New board member Brigitte Martin will be the first person filling this position. 

The Community Liaison brings the SNAG board closer to the conversations and needs in the jewelry and metals community.  If you want to give us feedback or talk about what engages you, email Brigitte at

communityliaison@snagmetalsmith.org (or find her through the SNAG website under Contact). 

www.snagmetalsmith.org
Comment by Angelina Smith on May 17, 2012 at 9:35pm

SNAG 2012 Unofficial ROOM CRAWL

Hey for those of you attending SNAG, this year brings the first (unofficial) ROOM CRAWL. An opportunity to host a little soiree in your room, show some work and mingle!

Thursday May 24, 2012 9p-12a

Email snagroomexpo@gmail.com for more information about showing your work and hosting a party.  

Facebook event page

Download: 2012 Room Prospectus

Comment by Brigitte Martin on May 10, 2012 at 8:54am
SNAG Voting Opens

Mail in ballots are now available on our website, and must be postmarked no later than May 18. Mail them to the SNAG office, 540 Oak Street, Suite A, Eugene, OR 97401.

The online voting will begin this Friday May 11 on our website, and will remain open through Friday May 25. You can also vote in person onsite at the conference. Everyone will receive ballots when they check in at registration, and the Voting Table is prominently positioned immediately outside the Grand Ballroom.

We have two candidates running for President, four candidates running for two open seats on the board of directors, and two candidates running for one seat on the Nominations & Elections Committee.

We actively encourage you all to vote.  All current SNAG members have the right to vote, including students.   


      


Comment by Brigitte Martin on March 16, 2012 at 11:24am

Metal Museum

Job Description – Collections Manager/Registrar

 

Classification: Exempt                                                           

Reports to: Executive Director

 

Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm.  Additional hours may be required during exhibit change and events.

 

Purpose

Responsible for the safekeeping and handling of the Metal Museum’s collections (including the of Permanent and Research Study collections and the library collection of books, periodicals, photographs, drawings and folios), as well as art objects individually on loan or on loan as part of a temporary or traveling exhibition.

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities 

  1. Responsible for updating and maintaining all records pertaining to museum collections: computerized files, hard copy files, photographic/slide files, manual card catalogue system and location files.  This includes organizing and maintaining the library collection, including books, periodicals, papers, photos, catalogs and slides, recommending and overseeing the repair of items in the collections and developing and implementing a system to organize, digitize and catalog images in the library collection.
  2. Responsible for all documentation pertaining to museum collections: Incoming/Outgoing Receipt forms, Loan Agreement forms, Deed of Gift forms, Permission for Reproduction forms, general correspondence, condition reports and location reports.
  3. Responsible for documentation pertaining to proposed gifts, bequests, museum purchases and de-accessions.
  4. Responsible for initiating paperwork involving loan requests from other museums and forwarding to Exhibitions Coordinator.
  5. Responsible for coordinating arrangements for temporary exhibitions, traveling exhibitions and incoming/outgoing loans: transportation, insurance, packing/crating, and import/export customs brokers.
  6. Responsible for coordinating and supervising photography of museum collections and temporary loan objects for catalogues, museum photographic files.
  7. Responsible for dealing with insurance company regarding museum collections and temporary art objects: certificates of insurance, damage claims, and photo documentation.
  8. Supervises and assists in packing/unpacking of all art objects: either part of temporary exhibitions, incoming/outgoing loans, and/or gifts and purchases.
  9. Responsible for updating Facilities Report, Collections Policy and other related documents.
  10. Works with the Exhibitions Coordinator in the input of information and the production of computerized labels, both in-house and traveling exhibitions.
  11. Responsible for the preparation and exhibition of possible acquisitions.
  12. Responsible for setting meetings and taking minutes for the Collections Committee.
  13. Assists with organizing future traveling exhibitions.
  14. Assists in the production of exhibition and permanent collection brochures, catalogues, and the museum newsletter.
  15. Acts as courier for art objects on loan locally, nationally, and internationally.
  16. Train appropriate museum staff on the proper handling, packing and conditioning of artwork.
  17. Other Responsibilities include, but are not limited to greeting guests and acting as a docent/guard for the galleries, monitoring general cleanliness of the buildings, conducting tours as necessary, assisting with events (openings, fundraisers, etc.) and performing other essential duties as assigned.
  18. Inform Executive Director of issues or progress.
  19. Respond to change productively and perform other essential duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

Education: Masters degree, with a major in museum studies, fine arts or art history preferred.

Experience: Minimum 5 years experience in a museum preferred.

Skills/Abilities:             

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, PastPerfect and Resource Mate
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
  • Detail oriented
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work alone and as part of a larger team

For More Information

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest and resume. For more information or to submit an application, please contact

 

Carissa Hussong

Metal Museum

374 Metal Museum Drive

Memphis, TN  38106

901-774-6380

Carissa@metalmuseum.org

 

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