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Jewellery Stars rise over Birmingham


When the Birmingham Trade Counter played host to the ‘Rising Stars’ exhibition between 19-22nd June, visitors were amazed by the outstanding levels of craftsmanship and creativity in the silver works of art on show.


The twenty-one silversmiths involved, sponsored by Cookson Precious Metals, along with the fi ve recently qualifi ed silversmiths from the Birmingham School of Jewellery, sponsored by the Birmingham Assay Offi ce, found the event to be a great platform for showing off their latest creations.


The event was bigger than ever this year with about 40 visitors on each day creating a real buzz of excitement around the work of the young talent that will be writing the silversmithing headlines of the future.


‘Cookson sponsored a particularly strong group of new silversmiths from Bishopsland. Already these young people are earning a living as silversmiths and jewellers with the support of companies like Cookson and the mentors who are helping them’ said Gordan Hamme founder of British Silver Week.


Looking to the future, Mr Hamme added ‘We’ll certainly showcase these young silversmiths again. The Birmingham Trade Counter was a great venue to show the trade and public the new talent that is currently coming through.’


Ongoing:


What’s On


The V&A Jewellery Collections, The world’s greatest museum of art and design is a great place to visit for inspiration on any day of the week! And not just to admire the stunning jewellery on display from through the ages. Victoria and Albert Museum, London. www.vam.ac.uk/page/j/jewellery/


Until 28th July: Gold: Power and Allure quick Be


4,500 years of Gold treasures from across Britain. This is an astonishing exhibition showcasing over 400 stunning gold pieces from prehistoric times through the Roman, Saxon and Mediaeval periods to the present day to celebrate the history of Britain and Gold. Admission is free. Goldsmiths’ Hall, London.


www.thegoldsmiths.co.uk/exhibitions-promotions/ 12th - 22nd August:


Ireland Jewellery Showcase Cork, Dublin & Belfast (Trade only event.) www.irelandjewelleryshowcase.com/


2nd - 5th September:


International Jewellery London The UK’s most established, premier jewellery trade event. Earls Court, London. www.jewellerylondon.com/


2nd - 5th September:


Autumn Fair International Hall 4 is the place to visit for inspiration where you will fi nd a stunning showcase of the very best in fashion jewellery and accessories. www.autumnfair.com/


24 September - 7th October:


Everlasting Arms by Theresa Nguyen


Participant Theresa Nguyen said, ‘As a silversmith, I have a desire to celebrate the creative process of designing and making an object for the fi rst time. My desire is that a fi nished piece should be like a beautifully composed piece of music, able to be spiritually uplifting, emotionally stirring, inspiring, beautiful.’


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Goldsmiths’ Fair This is the ultimate destination for those seeking jewellery and silver by the most exciting independent designer-makers in the UK. www.thegoldsmiths.co.uk/exhibitions-promotions/ goldsmiths’-fair/


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