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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 July 9, 2015 at 9:54am

CALLING ALL HAND ENGRAVERS!

We are really excited about the imminent rehousing of the Clockmakers' Collection in the Science Museum in London this autumn - not least because the move includes the Association's own Paperweight collection. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to bring our work to a much wider audience. But we could do more! We would love to enlarge the collection, especially with examples of seal cutting and carving and filigree. So, if you would like to display your work alongside the best of contemporary hand engraving, and in an unparalleled setting, please get in touch with exhibitions organiser Alan Craxford at alanjohncrax@icloud.com.

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on July 9, 2015 at 9:52am

MALCOLM APPLEBY SYMPOSIUM
Edinburgh & Grandtully, 6-8 August

This summer's main event is the bi-annual symposium, once again generously hosted by Malcolm Appleby and his wife Philippa. And this year there is an extra treat in store. In addition to the weekend, attendees are invited to join Malcom and Philippa in Edinburgh on the Thursday for a visit to Miriam Hanid's solo exhibition at The Scottish Gallery. The group will then head to the National Museum of Scotland for a private tour of the Scottish galleries guided by the Keeper of Scottish History and Archaeology, George Dalgleish. This promises to be a rare chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at an exceptional collection of hand engraved silverware, and will include an opportunity to handle pieces from the museum's archive. The day includes lunch at the museum's brasserie, and there will be plenty of time afterwards to travel up to Grandtully for a relaxing evening in the peaceful setting of Malcom and Philippa's home (pictured above right).
The focus of this symposium is design, and makers representing a range of disciplines will be demonstrating their skills during the weekend, including blacksmith and knife maker Chris Grant  and linocut wood engraver Linda Farquharson (work pictured above left). Malcolm would love everyone to bring examples of their work along to the symposium in the hope it will generate rich discussion. There will also be an opportunity to swap tools, so bring along anything you are willing to exchange.
If you are interested in attending the symposium, there is still time to book tickets. Please contact Jessica Turrell at info@handengravers.co.uk for
more information.

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on July 9, 2015 at 9:49am

MALCOLM APPLEBY SYMPOSIUM
Edinburgh & Grandtully, 6-8 August

This summer's main event is the bi-annual symposium, once again generously hosted by Malcolm Appleby and his wife Philippa. And this year there is an extra treat in store. In addition to the weekend, attendees are invited to join Malcom and Philippa in Edinburgh on the Thursday for a visit to Miriam Hanid's solo exhibition at The Scottish Gallery. The group will then head to the National Museum of Scotland for a private tour of the Scottish galleries guided by the Keeper of Scottish History and Archaeology, George Dalgleish. This promises to be a rare chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at an exceptional collection of hand engraved silverware, and will include an opportunity to handle pieces from the museum's archive. The day includes lunch at the museum's brasserie, and there will be plenty of time afterwards to travel up to Grandtully for a relaxing evening in the peaceful setting of Malcom and Philippa's home (pictured above right).
The focus of this symposium is design, and makers representing a range of disciplines will be demonstrating their skills during the weekend, including blacksmith and knife maker Chris Grant  and linocut wood engraver Linda Farquharson (work pictured above left). Malcolm would love everyone to bring examples of their work along to the symposium in the hope it will generate rich discussion. There will also be an opportunity to swap tools, so bring along anything you are willing to exchange.
If you are interested in attending the symposium, there is still time to book tickets. Please contact Jessica Turrell at info@handengravers.co.uk for
more information.

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on July 8, 2015 at 3:10am

Talk
Gallery talk with Curators Elizabeth Goring
and Gregory Parsons
Saturday 11 July
11.00am, Gallery 1 & 2
FREE please call to book a place
Come and meet the curators for an informal gallery talk, where they’ll talk you through the notion behind the ‘Not Too Precious’ exhibition and introduce you to the jewellers work.

To book your place call 01824 704774
http://ruthincraftcentre.org.uk/whats-on/gallery-1-2/

PUBLICATIONS
Not Too Precious
This stunning hardback publication accompanies the Not Too Precious exhibition curated by Elizabeth Goring and Gregory Parsons. Not Too Precious showcases jewellery by 25 international makers using materials for their expressive potential rather than for their intrinsic value.

76 pages, Hardback
Full colour, 210x265mm
ISBN: 978-1-905865-12-3
Language: English or Welsh
To order call: 01824 704774 or email: thegallery@rccentre.org.uk

Special Offer Price: £15.00 (for the duration of the exhibition)
RRP: £18.00

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on July 8, 2015 at 3:09am

Not Too Precious
11 July – 20 September 2015
Jewellery by 25 international makers.

Attai Chen, Carina Chitsaz-Shoshtary, Eunmi Chun, Warwick Freeman, Emmeline Hastings, Christel van der Laan, Felieke van der Leest, Sari Liimatta, Märta Mattsson, Jasmin Matzakow, Kazumi Nagano, Shinji Nakaba, Lina Peterson, Zoe Robertson, Michihiro Sato, Mariko Sumioka, Emiko Suo, Tore Svensson, Janna Syvänoja, Mirei Takeuchi, Timothy Information Limited, Terhi Tolvanen, Catherine Truman, Flóra Vági, Heather Woof.

Not Too Precious explores inspirational work by 25 international jewellers using materials for their expressive potential rather than for their intrinsic value. Radical artist jewellers of the late 1960s and 70s vigorously rejected the idea that jewellery should be considered ‘precious’ simply because of the materials of which it was made. Today, the use of a huge variety of materials in jewellery is far more accepted, but economic pressures are putting that freedom of artistic expression at potential risk as people revert to traditionally ‘valuable’ materials for ‘safety’. Not Too Precious challenges preconceptions about ‘non-precious’ materials by encouraging us to consider ‘accrued value': what talented makers bring to their work through their ideas and skill.

The selected artists, who currently work in the UK, Europe, Japan, Australia and New Zealand, create innovative, skilfully-made jewellery that is insightful and culturally resonant. Sometimes poignant, sometimes witty, their work communicates at many levels. It is above all honest and – for want of a better term – not too precious.

An accompanying showcase exhibition in the Retail Gallery highlights work by more recent graduates and makers coming to jewellery from other fields.

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on July 7, 2015 at 3:48pm
JAM
What's new!
See all our 'HOT' new work with just one click
http://www.icontact-archive.com/E14a4b-ENs5gNWtGCmN_4yR22QTYXhZ0?w=4

Chris Green's life in the jewellery trade spans 35 years, both as a silversmith and a teacher.

"I love teaching. It's fantastic and I've been involved in it most of my life, but I'm happy to be designing and making full time now in my studio in Buckinghamshire."

Pictured here is a silver and amethyst wrap ring from Chris' collection here at Jam.



Machi de Waard, our resident jeweller, also teaches locally and is starting new jewellery making classes in Reading in the autumn.

If you have burning jewellery questions, want to know more about our jewellery collections, pop into Jam on Tuesdays and put her to the test.

Machi has some new pieces this summer in Jam and a new collection unveiling in September.

Gail Klevan specialises in bold and colourful acrylic jewellery.

We're showing a brand new range of Gail's pieces for this summer, which is definitely hotting up ready for her hot pink range of pendants, rings and chunky bangles.

Pictured here is a kite block pendant on a jointed white bronze choker.


July flavour
Jenifer Wall

Jenifer graduated from the University of Brighton in 1996 with a BA Hons in Three Dimensional Crafts. Since then she has been making unique jewellery, lockets, small dishes and containers in precious and, occasionally, base metals.

Every piece echoes the form, pattern and finish of naturally occuring objects.
Comment by Rebecca Skeels on July 7, 2015 at 3:44pm
Logistics work
SARAH MARTEN 29 NOVEMBER 2012

Logistics is about making sure jewellery travels smoothly from the supplier to the customer.

Jobs in logistics involve extensive contact with other people, including staff at retail head office, the suppliers and retail branches. Bui Jobs in logistics involve extensive contact with other people, including staff at retail head office, the suppliers and retail branches. Bui
What do logistics staff do?
Logistics is about moving products, in this case jewellery, from the supplier or retailer to the customer. This means ensuring that the goods arrive at the right place at the right time.

Your work might include:

picking and packing goods and materials
monitoring the flow of goods and materials, and ensuring all orders are dispatched on time
managing stock control, warehousing and transportation
analysing large amounts of data using IT systems and identifying issues to improve performance
overseeing and managing the returns system
working within budgets to improve the processes and reduce costs
planning, organising and prioritising work to meet tight deadlines.
What is the job like?
Jobs in logistics involve extensive contact with other people, including staff at retail head office, the suppliers and retail branches. Building strong and effective relationships with all these people is a key part of any role in logistics.

Building strong and effective relationships with other people is key.
In more senior roles, you will normally manage and motivate a team of staff. You will probably also do extensive work with computers – standard office packages for spreadsheets and databases as well as specialised IT systems.

You would either work for a jewellery retailer or a logistics contractor, which organises the transport of goods on behalf of a retail company.

How do I get into jewellery logistics?
Jobs in logistics are fast-paced and involve working under pressure.

To be successful in logistics you need:

excellent organisational, leadership and team-working skills
the ability to anticipate and solve problems, make effective decisions and to plan ahead
strong numerical skills to handle data effectively
good communication skills in order to communicate confidently and concisely
excellent analytical and IT skills.
There are opportunities in logistics at all levels, from junior administrative roles to management positions. Promotion prospects can be good if you prove yourself and gain relevant skills and experience.

A passion for retail is important, and like many jobs in retail, previous experience working in this sector is a huge advantage. You could gain experience via a part-time retail job, or by volunteering in a charity shop.

If you go to college or university and your course includes work experience or an industrial placement, make sure this is in a retail environment, either at branch level or head office, or for a logistics company.

What training and qualifications do I need?
Many managers have degrees in logistics, transport management or business studies or extensive experience with a warehouse or distribution centre. It is also possible to enter this career at a manual or an administrative level, perhaps via an apprenticeship scheme or after a college course in business studies.


http://ccskills.org.uk/careers/advice/article/logistics-work?utm_so...
Comment by Rebecca Skeels on July 5, 2015 at 3:47am

Designer in Residence or Postdoctoral Researcher in Colour and Material Design
Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture - Department of Design
Location: Aalto
Salary: Not specified
Hours: Full Time, Part Time
Contract Type: Contract / Temporary
Placed on: 3rd July 2015
Closes: 31st August 2015
Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture, Department of Design invites applications for

Designer in Residence or Postdoctoral Researcher in Colour and Material Design

The position is fixed-term and will be filled for two years. The starting date is preferably as soon as possible but is negotiable.

Main tasks

Colour and Material Design mastery is one of the most important design skills of the 21st century. It leads creative direction and business strategy, drives new forms and better functionality and impacts sustainability. The senso-aesthetic properties of colour and materials build strong emotional connections between products, environments, brands and people. In May 2015 Aalto University held its first annual Designing Soul Event. The event will function as a global platform for sharing the newest research, artistic projects and innovations in colour and material design.

The Department of Design is looking for a designer in residence/postdoctoral researcher whose design practise, research and teaching interests address strategic and artistic colour and material design.

The artistic practise and research field of the designer/researcher encompasses ambitious and experimental colour and material design projects and quality research on colour and material innovations, design practises and strategies through multidisciplinary collaboration with scientists and engineers in Aalto University as well as domestic and international designers, companies and institutions.

In addition the designer in residence/ postdoctoral researcher will participate in teaching. In the next academic year of 2015/16 four colour and material design related courses will be offered for master students across the School of Arts, Design and Architecture.

Requirements

A successful candidate should be/have:

Doctoral degree or MA degree and at least 5 years of work experience in a relevant field
Excellent knowledge of materials and processes
Mastery of colour theory and design
Knowledgeable of consumer and market dynamics and trends
Competence in key design programs and tools
Strong verbal and visual communication and presentation skills
Comfortable working with multidisciplinary teams and ability to collaborate
Ability to form relationships and build networks
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Self-directed and highly motivated with a hands-on energetic approach
The evaluation is based on the total assessment of a candidate in each main dimension: research, artistic/professional work, teaching, activity in scientific and professional community and academic leadership.

How to apply

The applications for the postdoctoral researcher/designer in residence position are to be submitted through Aalto University´s eRecruitment system http://www.aalto.fi/en/about/careers/jobs/view/557/ no later than on August 31st, 2015.

The application for the position should contain (in pdf format):

Cover letter
CV
Portfolio, including max. five art works, designs or productions, published articles (in a single file, size limited to 100 MB)
List of publications
..

Additional information

Concerning the job description and requirements, Associate Professor Jaana Beidler, tel. +358 40 146 7359, email jaana.beidler@aalto.fi

Concerning the application process, HR Coordinator Jussi Hartikainen, tel. +358 50 575 3888, email jussi.hartikainen@aalto.fi

Comment by Rebecca Skeels on July 5, 2015 at 2:13am
BRITISH COUNCIL 3-WEEK CRAFT RESIDENCIES IN MOROCCO THIS AUGUST TO WORK WITH LOCAL MAKERS- DEADLINE: 6 JULY
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The British Council and Anou are looking for 3 UK-based design and craft practitioners for the second round of the Common Thread residencies.

During the residency, the selected residents will live in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco for a period of 3 weeks with artisans who are part of the Moroccan e-commerce artisan-led platform Anou.

The Common Thread residencies will run from approximately 10-31 August 2015.

http://www.thedesigntrust.co.uk/british-council-craft-residencies-m...
Comment by Rebecca Skeels on July 2, 2015 at 3:03am

Artist in Residence

University for the Creative Arts (UCA) and the Watts Gallery
 
Location: Farnham
Closes: Thursday 16th July 2015
Award : UK/EU only
Interviews: 22 July 2015
 
The University for the Creative Arts is a specialist institution located on campuses at Canterbury, Epsom, Farnham and Rochester. UCA is committed to creative practice and understands research to be at the heart of the creative arts and industries. Our researchers represent a broad range of practice as artists, designers, architects, filmmakers, photographers, historians, theorists and curators.

UCA Farnham has for many years worked in partnership with Watts Gallery, Compton. Since first opening its doors to the public in 1904, Watts Gallery, a purpose-built art gallery created for the display of works by the great Victorian artist George Frederic Watts OM RA (1817-1904), has been a centre for artistic culture and practice.

UCA / Watts are now looking to appoint an Artist in Residence. Given our shared commitment to social engagement with fine art we would be interested to receive proposals that explore the interrelated themes of fine art and public pedagogy.

The successful candidate will receive a stipend of £6K and will enjoy sole use of a dedicated studio at Watts for the duration of one year (2015/16). The residency culminates in a solo exhibition in the contemporary gallery space at Watts.

To apply:

Applications should take the form of a proposal for the residency, to include an artist statement (max 200 words) a CV and examples of your work. Applications should be sent by email to Liz Baxter, Research Officer, University for the Creative Arts – ebaxter@ucreative.ac.uk

University for the Creative Arts
Watts Gallery
 

 

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