A purpose other than beauty – new work by JMGQ members Helen Wyatt and Paola Raggo
Opening drinks Tuesday 30th May 6-8pm and Artists Talk on Saturday 17th June 3pm Studio 2017 PROJECT SPACE (53 Ridge Street North Sydney)
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JMGQ has engaged independent Arts Writer and Curator Lisa Bryan-Brown to develop and curate a juried exhibition to tour. JMGQ's last independently curated and juried exhibition was Ornamentomology which was launched just under a decade ago in 2008! You are welcome to share this call with your friends, but remind them that they will need to join JMGQ to apply. Also note, the deadline for submissions is 16 July. All memberships lapse on 30 June, so you'll need to remember to renew your membership in a timely manor. Exhibition Synopsis
This JMGQ membership exhibition is thematically focused on the concept of tools, exploring the conceptual breadth and layers of meaning that operate within this theme for contemporary jewellers, metalsmiths and small objects practitioners. Essential to any artisan's practice, tools provide an interesting and reflexive conceptual point of entry into contemporary jewellery and small objects practices. While traditional tools and their use remain an essential part of a contemporary J&SO artist's training, working within an artistic context can lead to the development of ingenious applications for processes and unexpected uses of materials. The rise of 3D printing technologies and lasercutting devices mean contemporary jewellers are now incorporating these modern mass-production tools into their work as well. Furthermore, jewellery itself can be understood as a kind of tool within the act of adornment. The way wearable artworks function to articulate ideas related to the status and identity of their wearer is fertile territory within the premise of this exhibition, particularly when the potential to relate these ideas back to the making processes is considered. With these ideas in mind, what does it mean to work in a bespoke, hand-made way in the face of the widespread uptake of modern technologies? What is the place of these new technologies within the modern jeweller's bench? With the increase in cheaply available mass-manufactured jewellery, what is the role of hand-crafted contemporary jewellery in design? And how does a jeweller’s relationship to their tools, whatever they may be, influence the works they create? Exhibition details POP Gallery, Brisbane, October 18 – 29 2017 Exhibition will be available to tour Australian venues from 2018-2019. Artists will have their artworks returned at the conclusion of the exhibition tour. Apply to exhibit Entry is open to all members of the Jewellers and Metalsmiths Group of Queensland (JMGQ). If you are not a member of this organisation but are interested in applying to participate in the exhibition, you can apply for membership at www.jmgq.com.au Entries must be emailed to [email protected] by 16 July 2017 Application Requirements All applications must include the following: Artist Statement – no more than 500 words Artwork Proposal – 1-3 pages describing your proposed work for the exhibition. Can include sketches, words, and indicative images. 1-2 page CV 5 to 10 images of recent works (please title each image with your name, work title and year, e.g. JaneSmith_Bracelet2016). Please do not send files bigger than 3mb, 72dpi images preferred. This is a juried exhibition. Entries will be judged by a panel of selectors against the selection criteria outlined below. The artist statement and artwork proposal should reflect a consideration of these points. Selection Criteria Conceptual relationship of the artwork proposal to the theme as outlined in the exhibition synopsis Craftsmanship and quality of work as illustrated by the images of recent works Ingenuitive use of a particular tool, technique or application Exhibition Outcomes Launching in Brisbane at POP Gallery, Queensland College of Art, this exhibition will present a critical look at contemporary jewellery and small objects practices within Queensland. The exhibition will tour to venues throughout Queensland and possibly interstate. There will be a chance to align a program of practical workshops/ other public programs and events with the exhibition tour, subject to venue demand and resources. A professional illustrated catalogue will be produced to accompany and document the exhibition. Important Dates 16 July Applications submitted 23 July Successful applicants notified 03 September Some work ready for catalogue photography 10 September All catalogue content finalised 15 October Final works for exhibition delivered The Jewellers and Metalsmiths Group of Queensland is offering three bursaries to current financial members to attend the upcoming JMGA conference "Participation + Exchange" (12-14th July, 2013). The bursary will cover the registration fee of the conference. All other associated costs including travel, accommodation and satellite conference events are not included in the bursary and will need to be covered by the recipient. The recipient must be available for the full three days of the conference.
If you would like to be a part of this exciting endeavour, we are asking for a statement of no more than 150 words on why you would like to participate and how attending the conference would enhance your practice. Members whose entries respond appropriately to the theme will be selected and then submitted to a random draw. The Judges' decision will be final and no correspondence will be entered into. Entries need to be submitted to the secretary Karah Sinden by Sunday 16 June 2013. The deadline for the Call for Papers is 31 January 2013.
We are interested in papers from the fields of jewellery and metalsmithing that explore the links between individuals and communities, both real and virtual, through participation and exchange. The conference theme has been chosen to specifically focus on collective participation and inspirational initiatives in contemporary practice. We want papers that explore, investigate, uncover or expose participation and or exchange in practice within the fields of jewellery and metalsmithing. Approaches for this may include but are not limited to:
Paper Submission details Abstract requirements:
Abstracts will be blind reviewed. Notification of the acceptance of abstract will be by 18 February 2013. Successful applicants will be requested to submit their full paper. Submission of papers: Full papers will be required by 17 May 2013. All papers will be vetted by the committee. All papers accepted for the conference will also have the opportunity to be submitted for consideration for the refereed conference publication. KEY DATES 2013 31 January Deadline for abstracts 15 February Notification of accepted abstracts 17 May Deadline for full papers 12,13,14 July Conference Event Notification and Call for Papers
13 November 2009 Queensland College of Art Griffith University, Brisbane, Queensland A half day symposium addressing the processes, concerns and consequences of making Jewellery and Objects with a heightened environmental awareness. How are green concerns affecting practice? Guest Speaker: Christine Dhein, educator, author, jeweller, founder of Green Jewelry News, and assistant Director of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts in San Francisco will present her research into Green Jewelry practices. www.christinedhein.com Call for Papers Papers are invited from practitioners and postgraduate students whose research engages with the theme of Green Jewellery and Objects. Submissions should be in the form of a one page CV and a 250 word abstract emailed to Elizabeth Shaw at [email protected] Submissions will be reviewed by the Green Symposium Committee. Deadline for Abstracts: 21 September 2009. Notification of Acceptance: 5 October 2009. Selected papers will be published as the Green Jewellery Symposium Papers Associated Master Class Christine Dhein will teach a two-day, studio-based Master Class on Green Studio Techniques. Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 November Queensland College of Art Griffith University, South Bank Brisbane. Hi All
Here are the latest Master Class Details and related information, if you’d like me to email you the pdf enrolment forms for the Master Classes or further information about Open Day please let me know. Regards Elizabeth [email protected] _______________________________________________________________ Cloisonné Enamel with Carolyn Delzoppo - HURRY only a couple of spots left. Carolyn Delzoppo is renowned for her jewellery featuring the traditional technique of cloisonne enamel on metal. She has been exhibiting her cloisonne jewellery and miniature art works for two decades and has received many awards both in Australia and internationally, including Japan, the United States and Spain. Her work is available in galleries throughout Australia and she is in high demand to pass on her enamelling knowledge having taught in the United States of America, Germany and most states of Australia. Visit http://www.carolyndelzoppo.com.au Course Outline: Leading New South Wales based enamellist Carolyn Delzoppo will teach a focused 2 day Master Class focused on Cloisonné Enamel. This is a repeat of the popular classes Carolyn taught in July 2007 and February 2008; ‘I thoroughly enjoyed Carolyn’s workshop. Her classes were very well structured and allowed me to learn techniques easily.’; ‘Carolyn’s thorough teaching enabled me to further my skills. This generated much more confidence and “excitement” with what is possible in future works.’ Comments from participants. Fees (inc GST): QCA STUDENT $110.00 JMGQ MEMBER $165.00 Non QCA, Non JMGQ $190.00 Date: Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 August 2009 Time: 9.00 am – 3.00 pm (includes 1 x 15 minute break and 1 x 45 minute lunch break) Venue: The Jewellery & Small Objects Department S03 1.23, Queensland College of Art Griffith University, 226 Grey Street,South Bank Brisbane. _______________________________________________________________ Diffusion With Sheridan Kennedy - NEW Ever designed something you thought could go into production, but not progressed beyond there? Ever thought how many one off pieces you need to make in order to make a reasonable income? Leading Australian Contemporary Jeweller Sheridan Kennedy is a Sydney based graduate from Queensland College of Art and a PHD candidate at Sydney College of Art. Her practice includes public art, product design, collaboration with fashion designers and one off artwork. Her work is represented in the collections of the Queensland Art Gallery, The Art Gallery of Western Australia and the National Gallery of Australia. She exhibits regularly in Australia and internationally. Course Outline: Sheridan Kennedy will lead a focused 1 1/4 day Master Class which explores techniques for turning designs into production ranges including planning the marketing and promotion. Course Content: • Why move from the ‘one off’ to the production range. • Maintaining quality. • Practical and conceptual considerations. • How can you turn your work into viable production range that maintains the integrity of your own work? • Once you’ve got the production line, what do you do with it? Fees (inc GST): QCA STUDENT $88.00 JMGQ MEMBER $132.00 Non QCA, Non JMGQ $154.00 Dates + Time: Friday 18 September 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm & Saturday 19 September 10.00 am – 5.00pm (includes 1 x 15 minute breaks and 1 x 45 minute lunch break) Venue: The Jewellery & Small Objects Department S03 1.23, Queensland College of Art Griffith University, 226 Grey Street, South Bank Brisbane. _______________________________________________________________ GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY OPEN DAY 9 August 2009 09:00 am - 02:00 pm The Gold Coast, Nathan and South Bank campuses will be open: why not visit Jewellery and Small Objects at Queensland College of Art South Bank? The studio will be open and staff and students will be there to answer your questions. Enquiries: Student Recruitment 1800 073 875 [email protected] http://www.griffith.edu.au/open-day _______________________________________________________________ IMPRESSIONS with Marian Hosking - FULLY BOOKED, sorry to those who missed out. You don’t have to miss out on Marian’s visit completely, don’t forget Marian’s opening at Artisan on Thursday 6 August. Visit http://www.artisan.org.au/ The Ornamentomology Touring Exhibition has started in earnest at the Graduate Gallery at Tribune Street, South bank, (Opening hours 10am – 4pm Wed – Sat) with a closing party to be held on Saturday 1 March 2008 from 10am – 12noon. The exhibition will then proceed to Gladstone Regional Art Gallery and Museum from 8 March - 19 April 2008 and then onto Stanthorpe Regional Gallery Stanthorpe Regional Gallery from 25 April – 20 May 2008.
‘Ornamentomology, features jewellery created by selected members of JMGQ and inspired by the extraordinary microscopic insects revealed in the remarkable photographs of David E. Walter (formerly of University of Queensland’s Centre for Microscopy and Microanalysis).’ Preview the work in the Ornamentomology gallery on http:www.jmgq.com.au *Cloisonne Enamel Master Class with Carolyn Delzoppo- FULL
*Champleve Enamel Master Class with Carolyn Delzoppo - 1 spot available Due to last minute cancellation a space has just become available in Champleve Enamel with Carolyn Delzoppo. This is a two day master class to be held next week Thursday 7 and Friday 8 February. Enrolment in this class is only open to those who have previously undertaken a Cloisonne enamel class with Carolyn Delzoppo. Fees (inc GST):QCA STUDENT $110.00 JMGQ MEMBER $165.00 Non QCA, Non JMGQ $185.00 Please contact me if you would like to fill the spot in this class. *Transforming Throwaway Plastics - some Simple Techniques Master Class with Mark Vaarwerk - FULL *Gypsy Setting Master Class with Julian Lawrence Full details will be mailed out early next week. If you are not on the postal mailing list and would like to be or would like to receive an emailed pdf version please let me know. Julian Lawrence has been designing and crafting jewellery for over 25 years. His original training was at the School of Jewellery Design at Randwick Technical College in Sydney, following this he had 15 years working in the commercial jewellery industry. During this time and subsequently, his work has been recognised for its unique style and he has won numerous design and craftsmanship awards in De beers Diamonds competitions and the Jewellers Association Australia Design Awards. For the past 12 years he has operating from his studios on the Gold Coast. ‘Julian was willing to share his knowledge and industry tips. His teaching style was very supportive’. Feedback from a student of a Pave Master Class Julian taught in 2007. Gypsy Setting is a method of setting stones with a very tight fitting edge of metal. Unlike bezel and claw settings in a gypsy setting the stone is secured flush into the metal. Course Outline: Julian will lead a focused 4 day Master Class over 4 consecutive Saturdays. The class will introduce and explore the specialised technique of Gypsy Setting. Designed For: Experienced jewellers and metalsmiths Fees (inclusive of GST): QCA STUDENT $275.00 JMGQ MEMBER $385.00 Non QCA/JMGQ $425.00 Dates: 4 consecutive Saturdays: 29 March and 5, 12 & 19 April 2008 Happy New Year! 2008 is shaping up to be very exciting. Information on the 4th Master Class scheduled for 2008 is below.
If you are on the mailing list you will be receiving the course outline in the mail shortly. If you would like the PDF emailed please let me know. Elizabeth Shaw Transforming Throwaway Plastics – some simple techniques with Mark Vaarwerk We all consume. We love to shop. Bright colours, dazzling logos, layers and lushness and wrapper upon wrapper, packages within packages. Dive into the unbridled big brand waste extravaganza and let your creative self loose upon the many unseen making possibilities! Mark Vaarwerk is a Brisbane based jeweller who is noted for his innovative use of throwaway plastics, transforming them into fresh and highly desirable elements of jewellery. He exhibits regularly, has recently returned from a residency in the Australia Council Studio London and is a current jeweller in residence and Museum of Brisbane. visit http://vaarwerk.com/ Course Outline: Mark Vaarwerk will teach a 2 day Master Class focused on simple techniques to manipulate and transform throwaway plastics. Everyday throwaway plastic bags and bottles will be the material focus and main ingredient in this experimental workshop, and collecting will be half the fun - students are asked hunt down used plastic bags and bottles (eg. shampoo, juice, milk, and detergent bottles) for use in this workshop. Simple techniques will be taught, with which to manipulate and transform these plastics - fusing at low temperature in a kiln to create sheet and rod, and spinning with a hand spindle to make string. After a basic understanding of these techniques is gained, further experimentation with the re-formed plastic will be encouraged - the focus will be on participants investigating the many possibilities and variants of these materials and techniques, tailoring them to their own creative needs while exploring fresh new ways of working. Prerequisites: Sound skills in jewellery and or non ferrous metalsmithing. Fees (inc GST): QCA STUDENT $110.00 JMGQ MEMBER $165.00 Non QCA, Non JMGQ $185.00 Date: Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 March 2008 Time: 9.00 am – 4.00 pm (inc 15 min break & 45 min lunch break) Venue: The Jewellery& Small Objects Department Queensland College of Art Griffith University, 226 Grey Street,South Bank Brisbane. The invitation to the next JMGQ exhibition 'Passage' is now on the front page of the JMGQ website http://www.jmgq.com.au.
Members were invited to create works inpired by a passage of music or text and 16 of our members took the challenge. Marks and Gardner Gallery is in a beautiful location and well worth a visit at any time. The opening will be 3-6pm on Saturday 17 November, perfectly timed for those in the city to take a leisurely drive to the mountains. |
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