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THE JURY 2018 See all the judges here. Charles Lewton-Brain: Artist Goldsmith, Educator, Foldforming Pioneer Merle White, Editor, Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist magazine Brigitte Martin, Editor at large, American Craft Magazine; Executive Director, The Furniture Society; Past President, SNAG 2018 WINNERS FIRST PLACE: Nick Grant Barnes, www.nickgrantbarnes.com, Silver Spring, MD, U.S. “Twist Ring” 18k yellow gold. Photos by David Terao SECOND PLACE: Alex O’Connor, www.alexoconnorsilver.co.uk, St. Just, Cornwall, England, U.K. “Song Vessels” (25 x 20 x 8 cm) and “Bora/Mo (Dawn/Dusk)” (27 x 30 x 7 cm). Sterling silver. Photos by Paul Mounsey. THIRD PLACE: Sharon Stafford, sharonstaffordmetals.com, Arlington, MA, U.S. “Opened” (38 x 38 x 5.7 cm). Copper INNOVATION AWARD: Ira Sherman, www.irasherman.com, Denver, CO, U.S. "Orchid Chastity Couture” (1.5 x 1.2 x .9 meters). Forged steel, bronze, semi-precious gemstones. HONORABLE MENTION: Deb Karash, www.DebKarash.com, Asheville, N.C., U.S. “Corsage #4” (9 x 7 x 2.5 cm) Argentium silver; copper; brass; graphite infused plastic; Prismacolor pencil. HONORABLE MENTION: Curtis Bohn, West Chester, PA., U.S. “Twisted” (25.5 x 25.5 x 66 cm). Steel, brass. Photos by Jim Lawson. 2018 Jurors' Choice Selections In random order Idelle Hammond-Sass, www.idellehammond-sass.com, Ann Arbor, MI, U.S. “Forest Dawn” mixed media with copper Leanne McCormack, www.leannemccormack.com, Glengormley, Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland, U.K. “Climbing Roses Clock” (27 cm overall) Copper, clock parts, garnet Mary Watson, www.maryandspencerwatson.com, Prospect Heights, IL, U.S. “Squirt” (8.9 x 3.8 x 1.3 cm) Australian opal, sterling, coral; photo by Larry Sanders Mary K. McIntyre, www.marykmcintyre.com Toronto, Ontario, Canada. “Small Georgia Neckpiece” (14 x 11 x 3 cm) Bronze, Japanese cotton cord Paul Wells, London, England, U.K. “Concentric Ring” (9.5 x 7.5 x 3.5 cm) Copper Mary Watson, www.maryandspencerwatson.com, Prospect Heights, IL, U.S. “Flight Club” (8.25 x 8.9 x 1.27 cm) Sterling silver, peridot, carved buffalo bone; photo by Larry Sanders Sher Novak, www.shernovak.com, Oakland, CA, U.S. “Bars and Stripes” (19 x 5.7 x .8 cm). Sterling silver; photo by George Post Bruce Hartman, creekreflections.com, Carlisle, PA, U.S. “Pearl Ring” (25 x 17.5 cm) Sterling silver, pearls Chelsea Dyck, www.mycreativework.ca, Calgary, Alberta, Canada “Thalli” (19 x 16 cm). Niobium, sterling silver; photo by Brennan Letkeman Holland Houdek, www.hollandhoudek.com, Rochester, NY, U.S. “Cerebrum C. Cristata (Cerebellum Replacement)” (13 x 17 x 15 cm). Copper, Swarovski crystals, patina; photo by Tom Burazin Ginger Seiple, Hilliard, OH, U.S. “Cage Box – Homage to the Master” (Box: 8.9 x 6.7 cm; Insert: 5 x 4.8 cm) Sterling silver, fine silver, 18k gold, Ethiopian opals, sphene. Melody Armstrong, www.melodyarmstrong.com, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada “Star Pin Iron Pyrite” (9.4 x 5.2 x .1.2 cm) Copper, sterling silver, titanium, iron pyrite Darcie Beeman-Black, www.darciebeemanblack.com, Memphis, TN, U.S. “Horn Island 34” (43 x 20 cm). Copper, silver Paul Wells, London, England, U.K. “Android Spectacles” (13 x 4 x 15 cm). Sterling silver, 18k yellow gold; photo by Anastasia Young Leanne McCormack, www.leannemccormack.com, Glengormley, Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland, U.K. “Crackled Wave” (16 x 7.5 x .9 cm). Copper, vitreous enamel, crackle glaze Taehyun Bang, Lawrence, KS, U.S. “Bottari (Korean for ‘package’)” (15.25 x 15.25 x 15.25 cm) Copper Ema Tanigaki, www.ematanigaki.com, Alburquerque, NM, U.S. “Jellyfish Form Vessel” (12 x 12 x 9 cm). Copper, glass enamel; photo by John L. Healey Sher Novak, www.shernovak.com, Oakland, CA, U.S. “Alhambra Necklace” (38 x 14.6 x .47 cm) Sterling silver; photo by George Post Matthew Mauk, www.matthewmauk.com, Madison, WI, U.S. “Succulent” (30.5 x 25.4 x 25.4 cm) Enamel, copper, silver, gold, wood, cubic zirconia, pearls; photo by Jim Escalante Leanne McCormack, www.leannemccormack.com, Glengormley, Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland, U.K. “Fragile Nature Installation” (Leaves: 8 x 7 cm on average).Copper foil, vitreous enamel, clear acrylic blocks, steel pins Karen Lockton, Silverstone, England, U.K. “Pair of Feather Foldformed Multiway Candlesticks” (9.5 x 10 cm). 935 Argentium silver; photo by Simon Martin Photography 2018 SPONSORS Thank you to our 2018 sponsors for making this event possible! Rio Grande Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist magazine The Paper Hammer The Makery 2018 results video created by Francesca Watson   TANK Jewelry & Beads Innovative glass and award winning jewelry "At TANK Jewelry & Beads, our customers come from all over the world to browse fine hand-made jewelry. Featuring the work of co-founders Jill Cribbin and Amy Bond (formerly Johnson), as well as other talented local artists." 15 Case Goods Lane, Studio 105 Toronto, ON M5A 3C4 Studio hours Monday to Sunday 12pm to to 5pm tank-jewelry-beads.myshopify.com/ The first custom QUANTIC CLUSTER GOLD AND DIAMOND necklace, made from recycling sentimental antique gold rings and cuff links and re-purposing the two small diamonds, creating a new contemporary necklace. 10k gold and 18k gold, oxidized sterling silver, 1.4mm white diamonds.  Transform your old gold into something spectacular! Custom orders welcome. The ultimate in meaningful recycling. Berg Gallery is the newest art gallery based in Kananaskis Country, in the beautiful heart of Alberta’s mountain parks. The Gallery is located in the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge right in the main lobby. Kananaskis is located 1 hour west of Calgary, about half way between Calgary and Banff. The Gallery features original artwork from 15-noted Canadian artists plus limited edition prints and giftware. The artwork for sale in the gallery shows Canadian mountain landscapes, urbanscapes, wildlife and a variety of sculptures, jewelry, and original artwork that help define the Canadian identity. http://berggallery.com/ New QUANTIC COLLECTION for the Berg Gallery:  FRIDAY October 12 at 7:00 P.M Experience the MacKenzie Art Gallery as never before! For over twenty years, the MacKenzie Gala has been a high point in Regina’s busy social season – and the MacKenzie Art Gallery’s signature annual fundraiser. Each October, over 300 of the gallery’s most ardent supporters come together to celebrate one of Canada’s most beloved art galleries. The MacKenzie Gala is unlike any other event in the province. On October 12, 2018, the MacKenzie Art Gallery will host an evening of inspiring art, fine cuisine, and a live auction expected to raise more than $50,000 in support of the MacKenzie’s ongoing commitment to engaging people in transformative experiences of the world through art. The live auction is the centrepiece of the event and is always hotly anticipated. The spectacle will be dazzling as attendees outbid each other for once-in-a-lifetime art experiences. Professional auctioneer Ken McDonald adds to the fun with his entertaining banter and rapid-fire calling style! The cocktail reception features an impressive silent auction, and lavish raffle prizes highlighting the best in local, unique, and upscale products, services and artworks. With exciting additions to this long-standing celebration, the 2018 MacKenzie Gala promises to be another sold-out success and a night to remember. Don’t miss this opportunity to be involved in what will be the most talked-about gala fundraising event of the year. The 2017 Gala raised nearly $50,000 in support of the MacKenzie's acclaimed exhibitions and innovative public programs. View photos of the 2017 event. http://mackenziegala.ca/ I am donating these sparkling Quantic Cluster Stud Earrings for the 2018 MacKenzie Gala silent auction. Made with sterling silver, true bronze and 3mm cubic zirconia.  To view more of this collection click here!
Add GLAMOUR to your everyday, get NOTICED! #mackenzieartgallery #macyqr #mackenziegallery #gala #silentauction #fundraiser #mackgala #quanticcollection #studearrings #cubiczirconia #silver #bronze #sparkle #melodyarmstrongjewellery  Hinged Pyrite Cube Bracelet has won Honorable Mention in the Metal Artistry category and is featured in the new October issue of Bead&Button Magazine!!! http://www.facetjewelry.com/magazine/bead-button http://www.facetjewelry.com/galleries/general/metal-artistry-awards-2018 #melodyarmstrongjewellery #honourablementions #secondplace #iwon #redribbon #madeincanada #jewelleryawards #beadandbuttonshow2018 #beadexpo #beadandbuttonshow #beadandbutton #internationalmetaljewelryartistryawards #sohappy #bracelet #hingedbracelet #contenti #published #magazine   Art Now: Saskatchewan Fine Art Fair Location Hall E – Prairieland Park 503 Ruth Street West Saskatoon, SK Hours Opening Reception: Thursday, September 20 • 7 – 10 pm (artnow.ca/tickets) Friday, September 21 • 12 – 9 pm Saturday, September 22 • 10 am – 6 pm Sunday, September 23 • 10 am – 4 pm Admission Free! Heading into its third year, SaskGalleries’ Art Now: Saskatchewan Fine Art Fair has firmly established itself as a signature fine art event in the prairie provinces. Bigger than ever before, this year’s Art Now will feature art galleries from Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan filling more than 16,000 square feet of exhibition space with new and never-before-exhibited works and interactive installations. Founded in 2016, Art Now is the only art fair in North America that alternates between two major cities. This year, Art Now is back in Saskatoon from September 20th to 23rd at Prairieland Park. Mark your calendars and save the date, you won’t want to miss all the wonderful things that Art Now has to offer. The Saskatchewan Craft Council is showcasing over 120 pieces of original Fine Craft in our booth at Art Now! This year, we also have selected works in a sculpture garden located in front of our booth. You’ll find us in Booth #9. The show includes an Opening Night Reception (buy tickets online here or in SCC Gallery), as well as panels, artist talks, a show guide featuring galleries, and more. SCC is presenting two talks at Art Now: Friday, September 21, 3 pm · Artist Talk by Cindy Hoppe · Location: SCC Booth Saturday, September 22, 3 pm · The Art of Creation: Process and Collaboration · Panel discussion featuring artists Paula Cooley, Louisa Ferguson, Elisabeth Miller, and Robert Miller, mediated by Michael Peterson (Void Gallery) · Location: Main Stage Links: · saskcraftcouncil.org/artnow · artnow.ca Facebook event: · https://www.facebook.com/events/531694987230849/ MELODY ARMSTRONG JEWELLERY will be featured at the Saskatchewan Craft Council's Booth #9. The Saskatchewan Craft Council is showcasing over 120 pieces of original Fine Craft. THE QUANTIC EDGE - sterling silver, bronze, cubic zirconia.   3 images of my jewellery were selected for inclusion in UPPERCASE MAGAZINE issue 38, the July/August/September 2018 issue. UPPERCASE publishing inc - 38 > gold / metals / jewellery / metallic / patina Copies will be available at Paper Umbrella, 2724 13th avenue. Single copies of this issue will be available for sale in the online shop in early July. http://uppercasemagazine.com/  HAMMERED FLAT CHAIN BRACELET w/ KEUM-BOO CLASP – 2016. Sterling silver, 23.5k gold leaf. $650 BLACK SPINEL DERMIS RING - 2016. Sterling silver, 14k gold, black spinel. $990 INTERSECTION OF THREE - SMOOTH – Reversible Pendant - 2017. Sterling silver, amethyst, garnet, 14k gold. $1200   |
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