The Association for Contemporary Jewellery

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

 

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  • Rebecca Skeels

    Craft participation falls slightly
     
    Craft participation (everyday making) has fallen very slightly over the last year (24% to 23%) in contrast to growth over the previous 3 years. The only areas where there are increases in participation are amongst 65-74 year-olds and people with a long-term illness or disability. The Crafts Council commissions these figures each year from DCMS (see the 5th set of data in the link).
     

    Mar 7, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Applied Arts Scotland is hosting an international craft symposium 'Old Stories, New Narratives: sustainability, identity and collaboration'. Details are here, including a call for papers, https://www.appliedartsscotland.org.uk/2020/01/old-stories-new-narr...

    Mar 7, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    The Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair has a new home at Manchester's iconic Victoria Baths.
     
    Victoria Baths is one of the city's favourite heritage attractions, containing a range of dramatic and unique spaces. It hosts many arts and cultural events and is also a popular film location, most recently for Peaky Blinders.
     
    Designed to be the grandest baths in Britain when they opened in 1906, the decorative tiled interiors of this Grade II listed Edwardian landmark will provide a perfect backdrop for Contemporary Craft.
     
    SAVE THE DATE! : GNCCF Manchester ‪8-11 October 2020, Victoria Baths‬
     
    If you are a maker, or know someone who is, applications are now open for all three of our 2020 events, which alongside Manchester, includes GNCCF Sheffield at Millennium Gallery and our NEW show at BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead.
     
    Apply now to exhibit – Deadline 8th March
     
    (Images courtesy of Nicola Sutcliffe & Victoria Baths) http://www.greatnorthernevents.co.uk/apply.aspx

    Mar 7, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Open Day: TRANSFORMATION
     
    Date: Saturday 28th March
    Time: 1-5pm
    Location: Institute of Making, Malet Place, UCL, London, WC1E 7JE Map
    It's free, open to all, no booking required just drop in from 1pm. Gates close at 5pm.
     
    Be changed for life by our Saturday Extravaganza as we host a one-day, large-scale, drop-in and totally free festival around the theme of the 'transformation'. From meta-materials to metamorphosis, with fluorescence, face filters, fish and forensic science; we will explore the shifty materials that flit between states, structures, shapes and colours.

    Mar 7, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    excellent opportunity to help support the Crafts Council UK
    Invite to Tender - Talent Development Review
     
    We are looking for an experienced consultant with a good understanding of the commercial requirements of small businesses, ideally within a craft context to work with the Crafts Council team to review our Talent Development programme and make recommendations for an improved, streamlined and potentially, income-generating package.
     
    This work will consider our Market for Craft research being released in April 2020 and our commitment to diversity and equality through partnerships with organisations such as Shades of Noir and Shape Arts.
     
    Please download our Invitation to Tender PDF for full details, this is available here.
     
    Please accompany your expression of interest with our equal opportunities form.
     
    Proposals should be sent by email to our Talent Development Coordinator, Rosie Price Cousins (r_pricecousins@craftscouncil.org.uk) by 5pm, Wednesday 25th March 2020.

    Mar 7, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Interim Senior Collections Manager

    to join our dynamic team, reporting into the Head of Exhibitions & Collections.

    This is a fantastic role for a committed Collections professional. You will play a pivotal role in the team and will provide strategic direction for the maintenance and development of the Collections to reach our goal of having 25% of our objects on display during a year.

    As well as line managing two dedicated team members you will be directly responsible for ensuring the welfare of the Collections, promoting them and making them accessible for loan, research and inclusion in Crafts Council events and activities.

    With a new venue opening in 2020 this is a particularly special moment to join the Collections team and explore the wealth of opportunity for developing the Collection so it can continue to grow, is well managed and accurately documented.

    With a natural eye for detail you are an extremely organised, hard-working and diligent individual with previous experience managing a Collection. You will have a successful track record of maintaining a Collection.

    The deadline for receipt of applications is midnight 16th March.

    https://www.craftscouncil.org.uk/downloads/interim-senior-collectio...ager

    Mar 7, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    V&A snaps up medieval brooch found on Brigstock farmland https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-northamptonshire-51834880?utm...(EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_1_12_2018_COPY_01)&mc_cid=e5eb874ac1&mc_eid=7ca5d70cc2

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    http://socialprescribingacademy.org.uk/about-us/our-vision/?utm_sou...(EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_1_12_2018_COPY_01)&mc_cid=e5eb874ac1&mc_eid=7ca5d70cc2

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Cancelled until further notice: our TRANSFORMATION event on
    Saturday 28th March is going to be postponed.
     
     
    Sara & the Institute of Making team

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    https://www.artsprofessional.co.uk/magazine/332/feature/are-we-witn...

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Connections / Connessioni is now open at The Lighthouse in the Long Gallery on floor 5, 11 Mitchell Lane, Glasgow, Scotland. G1 3NU until the 17th May. More info http://www.thelighthouse.co.uk/visit/exhibition/connections-conness...

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    MEMEBERS Don’t forget to start getting your pieces ready for the ACJ’s 2020 exhibition Glasshouses. Deadline for applications: 17th July 2020. The exhibition will be hosted by the Vittoria Street Gallery at the School of Jewellery in Birmingham, in September & October. More details https://www.acj.org.uk/index.php/2-uncategorised/511-acj-2020-exhib...

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    ACJ’s sixth International Conference will be held in July 2022 at Exeter University, and this will mark the

    25th anniversary of the association.

    We are seeking a Conference Organiser to design and implement an exciting programme of speakers, presentations, workshops, the party, and other elements, working with the ACJ Conference Team.

    The Organiser will have experience of managing exciting events within the field of contemporary jewellery, and will have a wide knowledge of the current international state of the artform.

    We are looking for someone with imagination, flair and excellent contacts. You will be well organized, a good team player, confident in communication both written and verbal.

    This is a temporary contract and you will be self-employed. We are fundraising and there will be a decent rate of pay.

    The Conference will include a wide spread of interesting items both academic and more practical. As well as presentations, there could be workshops, break-out group items, performances, and there will definitely be a party!

    During the conference weekend we will have team members and volunteers available to help with the many practical tasks of a conference.

    If you are interested in this role please email enquiries@acj.org.uk for more details.

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    If you haven’t had a chance yet, check out the ACJ’s new webshop HERE! https://www.acj.org.uk/index.php/acj-shop
    Currently on sale - The Connections | Connessioni exhibition catalogue; paper and PDF copies of the latest issue of Findings Issue 69; “Jewellery in Context - A multi-disciplinary framework for the study of jewellery” by Dr Marjan Unger.
    Keep an eye out as we will be adding more publications over time including past exhibition catalogues and historic issues of Findings.

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Registration is now open to become an Official 2020 Partner for London Design Festival, 12-20 September.

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Cookson Gold We would like to invite you to attend our upcoming store workshops and events!
     
     
    A number of sessions will be taking place in our Birmingham store throughout the year, giving you the chance to learn more about a variety of jewellery making techniques along with like-minded jewellery makers.https://www.cooksongold.com/events?utm_source=Cookson%20Gold&ut...

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    ewels at Munich Jewellery Week 2020 by Klimt02

    https://www.pinterest.es/klimt02/jewels-at-munich-jewellery-week-20...

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    https://klimt02.net/events/open-calls/open-call-beauty-and-wonder-j... Open Call for Exhibition Beauty and Wonder, jewels

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    ARTISTAR JEWELS 2020 (22 - 25 October) – THE DETAILS

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    https://klimt02.net/events/open-calls/open-call-global-contemporary... Open call for global contemporary jeweller’s documentary of 2020, show your jewellery practice across the world. During the Beijing Design Week 2020, which is also the 600 years birthday of Temple of Heaven (Est.1420), we plan a special session for contemporary art jewellery: a documentary on contemporary art jewellery.

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    ART STUDIO
    Curated by Handmade in Britain and Ashmolean Museum
     
    Art Studio is an exclusive feature of Handmade Oxford 2020, curated by Handmade in Britain and Ashmolean Museum. We are now inviting applications from artists working in fine art, print and sculpture.
     

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Introducing sustainable living and wellbeing at Handmade Oxford
     
    Handmade in Britain value the importance of sustainable practices, and are doing our best to be proactive in our efforts to be sustainable. We are therefore pleased to present an curated area of Handmade Oxford focused on sustainable design alongside wellbeing collections from makers who take a proactive responsibility for creative sustainability. https://www.handmadeinbritain.co.uk/event/handmade-oxford/?utm_sour...

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Join Handmade in Britain for the 14th edition of Handmade Chelsea
     
    Showcase your contemporary craft collections inside our pre-Christmas craft fair this November at Chelsea Old Town Hall. Handmade Chelsea is currently open for applications from both UK and international makers working across a variety of contemporary disciplines from textiles and silverware to ceramics and furniture.
     
    Take a look at our exhibitor information pack and apply online.
     

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    The Lighthouse & Cove Park Residency:
    Call for Applications
    We are pleased to share details of The Lighthouse and Cove Park Residency 2020. The Lighthouse, working in partnership with Cove Park, has developed a new residency and exhibition opportunity for emerging designers and architects. The residency supports research and the development of new work and this year will run from 18 May - 1 June 2020. This is a fully funded residency including a fee for the resident and the opportunity to exhibit work within the Review Gallery at The Lighthouse. Further details and information on how to apply is available here. The deadline for applications is 16 March 2020 (5pm). http://www.thelighthouse.co.uk/blog/entry/residency-opportunity-the...

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Are you a contemporary maker looking to sell your work in stores, museums and galleries?
     
    CRAFT at Top Drawer is the hunting ground for the very best professional buyers, retailers and collectors looking for exquisite one-off pieces created by hand with heart and skill.
     
    Applications are open for contemporary makers working in fashion accessories, interior design, jewellery, glass, textiles, furniture, stationery, metalwork, ceramics, sculpture, acrylic, woodwork, prints and etchings.
     
    Just click here to request the application form and information pack.

    Mar 14, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Due to the epidemic, Glasgow has shut its public museums, including The Lighthouse. So we have closed the Connections | Connessioni exhibition at this venue. The exhibition is planned to open in Livorno on 6th June, but this will not be confirmed until May at the earliest.

    Please all keep safe and healthy.

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Crafts Council UK decided to postpone the opening of the Crafts Council Gallery to safeguard their staff and visitors, but, the craft community is stronger than ever. Keep connected with their Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    In uncertain times, ArtsProfessional will be providing regular updates on projects and resources to support wellbeing, careers and creativity in the arts. https://www.artsprofessional.co.uk/magazine/article/stay-well-suppo...(EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_1_12_2018_COPY_01)&mc_cid=73e516b30b&mc_eid=7ca5d70cc2

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Travel Plans on Hold? You Can Visit 500 International Museums From the Comfort of Your Own Home Thanks to Google https://news.artnet.com/art-world/visit-500-museums-virtually-googl...(EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_1_12_2018_COPY_01)&mc_cid=73e516b30b&mc_eid=7ca5d70cc2

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Goldsmiths Centre: close the Goldsmiths’ Centre building, including our café Bench, to members of the public from Monday 23 March 2020 until Monday 20 April 2020. If you are a visitor to one of our commercial workshops on-site, please contact them direct to arrange access.

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

     
    Create your FREE artist profile and sell online with us
     
    Looking at the current market trends and our passion for handmade, we launched our online marketplace alongside our fairs, to enable makers to sell their work throughout the year. We are already working with over 175 artists online and we are growing.
     
    Now is the time to come together as a community (while maintaining a safe distance!) and our focus is on our e-commerce platform, more than ever.
     

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Open Call for Virtual Exhibitions. Publish your Canceled Event at Klimt02 https://klimt02.net/events/open-calls/virtual-exhibitions-publish-c...

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    The Chancellor has set out a package of temporary, timely and targeted measures to support public services, people and businesses through this period of disruption caused by COVID-19. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-an...

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Small business rate relief https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-business-rate-relief/small-business-ra...

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for employees, employers and businesses https://www.gov.uk/government/news/coronavirus-covid-19-guidance-fo...

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for employees, employers and businesses https://www.gov.uk/government/news/coronavirus-covid-19-guidance-fo...

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    LGAC Temporary Closure

    Wednesday 18th March 2020

    As a result of the ongoing health emergency, Llantarnam Grange Arts Centre will be closed to the public from today Wednesday 18th March. We have an incredible community of people who work at, visit and support this organisation and their safety is paramount. As a public space we will remain closed until the advice changes and until then all public events, exhibitions and bookings are cancelled. http://www.lgac.org.uk/

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Our Gem Fairs for March & April 2020 have been postponed
     
    Apologies to everyone who received an automated newsletter earlier with details of our planned gem fairs. These events have now been POSTPONED until further notice.
     
    We're very sorry that we forgot to cancel the scheduled reminder and for any confusion that may have caused.
     
    The event in Bristol at Clifton Rocks may go ahead if circumstances allow, but it is looking unlikely at the moment.
     
    We will update you again as soon as we are able to reschedule the events.

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Temporary Closure
    In response to COVID-19 and in accordance with Government advice Cove Park will close temporarily from Wednesday 18 March 2020.
    We are in touch with all of the artists and organisations due to work with us this spring and summer and will monitor the situation closely, reopening as soon as it is considered to be appropriate. Residency programmes planned for the next few weeks have been postponed and we will continue to update all of the artists, partners and funders involved on the status of our programme as this situation evolves.
    Cove Park's staff team will work remotely during this time and can be contacted as usual via information@covepark.org and via staff members' direct e-mails. Our monthly Newsletters and social media posts will continue. https://covepark.org/

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

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    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Open Call for Fee Free Artist Residency/Workshop/Show. Objects of Desire: Jewellery as an Eco-message https://klimt02.net/events/open-calls/open-call-fee-free-artist-res...

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    OPEN CALL: Artist in residence http://www.divaantwerp.be/en/visit/events-exhibitions/open-call-art...

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    https://www.sieraadartfair.com/

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    OUR OPEN CALLS FOR 2020 ARE OUT: https://www.ekszerekejszakaja.com/0--open-call-2020.html

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    #CDW2020 rescheduled for 14-16 July 2020

    In light of the global impact caused by COVID-19 and following careful consideration, Clerkenwell Design Week will be postponed until 14-16 July 2020.

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels


    Entries now open for IJL’s KickStart

    http://app.campaign.reedexpo.co.uk/e/es?s=1387739968&e=164460&a...


    The search for six of the best up-and-coming UK-based jewellery designers has started, as International Jewellery London has opened up entries for the much-anticipated KickStart programme.

    Jewellery creators who have been trading for more than 12 months are invited to apply for the initiative. Designed to boost emerging careers in a vibrant atmosphere, KickStart hunts for those who are looking to shine bright in the trade in 2020.

    Entries open today, 16th March, and close 1st May.

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    From all of us here at ACJ we are sending our best to you all. We hope most of you can keep making, showcasing work online and reading and looking at and about Jewellery. Do video call those that are on their own and supporting those that are loosing sales and income in these hard times. Best to you all! Keep Happy and Healthy.

    Mar 21, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Lecturer in Jewellery (0.6FTE) x 2
    Birmingham Institute of Jewellery, Fashion and Textiles

    Mar 28, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Crafts Council UK have created a page on the website with the most useful advice and resources as well as regular updates as and when they happen https://bit.ly/CraftCommunityCC -

    Mar 28, 2020

  • Rebecca Skeels

    Crafts Council UK are asking everyone to complete and forward the following survey to their network of makers: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/impactonyou - this information will be used by Crafts Council to communicate directly with Gov departments.

    Mar 28, 2020