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Silver of the Stars, The Millennium Collection for Bute House, and Fred Ball Enamels
July 24 – October 4, 2009 Don’t miss your chance to see these exclusive exhibits at SFMC+D! Silver of the Stars, a glamorous exhibition, unites ten world-renowned Scottish celebrities from film, fashion, theatre and music with ten of Scotland’s finest contemporary metalsmiths. Each artist has designed and created innovative drinking vessels chosen by their partnered celebrity based on the theme “A Drink with a Close Friend.” Participating celebrities include: Nicola Benedetti, Robbie Coltrane, Billy Connolly, Sir Sean Connery, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Ewan McGregor, Alexander McQueen, Ian

Adorn: Wearable Art & Non-Functional Jewelry
Featuring the work of 10 emerging Chinese and international artists in the field of contemporary jewelry Adorn: Wearable Art & Non-Functional Jewelry Sept. 26-Oct.25 twocities Gallery Shanghai

In memoriam – Christie Romero – Sept. 5, 2009
A very sad loss for the jewelry world. More detailed information at The Center for Jewelry Studies website. I met Christie for the first time in 1998 at the 19th Antique & Period Jewelry & Gemstone Conference. I can’t believe it was so long ago.  She was so enthusiastic about the field it was great to listen to her talk. We dealt with each other online for many years and then met again at the Annual Conference on Jewelry & Related Arts in New York in 2007.

Call for Entries: 500 Silver Jewelry Designs
Lark Books Call for Entries: 500 Silver Jewelry Designs, juried by Talya Baharal, is a 420-page, full color survey of contemporary jewelers prominently featuring silver in their designs. This international collection will be beautifully presented and widely distributed throughout the world. All jewelry forms, such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and brooches are welcome. Materials other than silver, such as stones, other metals, or alternative materials, may be included, but silver must be the focus and should occupy roughly 80% of the piece. All design styles are welcome.