Posts Tagged ‘Contemporary’


Terry’s All Gold

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2011

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An exhibition to celebrate alumni of the School of Jewellery, Birmingham from 1971 to 2011.

This exhibition has been curated by Terry Hunt from selected alumni as a celebration of his 40 years involvement with learning and teaching at the School.

Exhibitors include designers, artists, makers, gallery owners, academics and retailers from all over the UK, as well as Germany, Italy, Norway, Israel, South Africa, USA, Chile, Thailand and China.

I have 2 pieces of jewellery in this exhibition and it’s well worth a visit, though hurry as it ends soon.

Each of the 100 exhibitors is represented by two items – one student piece and one more contemporary.

The exhibition is a brilliant confirmation of how the institution has helped encourage links between creativity and entrepreneurship over the last 40 years; showing the School’s significant influence not only on the business of craft and product in the West Midlands but also throughout the world.

Open to the public @ the School of Jewellery from 24 October 2011 – 25 November 2011

Weekdays only; 10.00am – 4.00pm

Free admission + Catalogue available www.allgolds.co.uk


My Blog

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2011

Apologies for the lack of Blogging at the moment, I’ve had a few technical issues but it seems things are back to normal!

Large Oval Petal Drop & Dangle Necklace


Centrepiece

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2011

This years Centrepiece show runs from 17th November to the 23rd of December 2011 at Birmingham’s Symphony Hall. The show provides a superb opportunity to seek out the perfect gift or individual commission to make sure that you’re jewellery is something truly individual.

www.centrepiece-jewellery.co.uk


IJL/F.Hinds High Street by Design Competition

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011
This is my winning design!
There have been lots of articles:
http://www.retail-jeweller.com/products/designers/sian-hughes-and-rosie-velk-win-f-hinds-and-ijl-design-competition/5028403.article
http://www.spaghettigazetti.com/2011/08/f-hindsijl-high-street-by-design.html
http://www.jewelleryfocus.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=63:high-st-by-design-winners-revealed&catid=8&Itemid=109
http://www.professionaljeweller.com/article-9907-f-hinds-and-ijl-reveal-high-street-winners/
http://thefhinds.blogspot.com/2011/08/fhinds-and-ijl-high-street-by-design.html
http://afterdark.co/bristol/venue_profile/297-Out_and_About_in_Cheltenham/review/1854-F.Hinds_High_Street_By_Design_Winners
http://afterdark.co/cheltenham/venue_profile/297-Out_and_About_in_Cheltenham/review
http://inthemoment.moderndestiny.com/2011/08/23/sian-hughes-and-rosie-velk-win-f-hinds-and-ijl-design-competition/
http://www.silobreaker.com/sian-hughes-and-rosie-velk-win-f-hinds-and-ijl-design-competition-5_2264799083036147957
http://muddyvine.com/blog/?s=F+Hinds

The new workshop

Sunday, July 31st, 2011

We have had a lot of building work done on our workshop and taken the opportunity to give the old office a fresh lick of paint and some fancy wallpaper.

The new space can now be used as a showroom to display our jewellery, a spacious environment to have meetings as well as a clean room to do design work.


‘Grain’ Stacking Rings

Thursday, June 30th, 2011

These are my new stacking rings, I have had lots of fun trying out different combinations of Gold, Silver and Diamond in different patterns and have selected a few of my favourites!


Dazzle

Thursday, June 30th, 2011

Edinburgh Dazzle Exhibition is fast approaching!

“We are thrilled and relieved to have found a new home for our 2011 Edinburgh Festival exhibition. We are returning to our roots, and joining with Assembly in their move to George Square. We will be exhibiting in the foyer of the George Square Theatre, which will be hosting a full programme of Assembly events, from first thing in the morning until very late at night. It will be a real hub of activity with Assembly also in George Square Gardens, the David Hume Tower and other places , yet to be revealed.

We first exhibited at the Assembly Rooms on George Street in 1983 under the Assembly umbrella and had many happy years there  before our move to the Traverse Theatre. It has been very problematic finding a new venue for this year and at one point we feared that we had reached the end of our run in Edinburgh, but thanks to a lot of effort on the part of many supporters and friends, we feel confident that we can put on a good show this year.”

I love the fab Red Flyer, it looks set to be an event not to be missed. For more information visit: www.dazzle-exhibitions.com


New Collection

Wednesday, May 11th, 2011

Here are some pictures of my new collection that I have been working on for quite some time. Many pieces from the collection are now showing at ‘ Kath Libbert Jewellery Gallery’

“Since 1996 this leading contemporary jewellery gallery has been set within Salts Mill, home to the world’s largest collection of work by David Hockney. Open daily, it specialises solely in contemporary jewellery, silver and metal smithing showcasing diverse collections by over seventy renowned designers and emerging talents from Britain and abroad.

Much of the work on show pushes and blurs the boundaries between fine art, jewellery design and fashion resulting in jewellery that is, perhaps, best described as wearable art. Pieces are often created using a surprising range of materials and techniques.

The gallery organises a  number of  major exhibitions each year, some of which have been supported by funding from Arts Council England and the Crafts Council in recognition of the important role they play in showcasing the very best of British and international talent in Yorkshire and the UK.”

Kath Libbert and her gallery has a great reputation so I’m really pleased she has chosen to exhibit my work!

http://www.kathlibbertjewellery.co.uk


Open workshops!

Wednesday, May 11th, 2011

20th-21st May 2011

Centrepiece’s Jewellery Designers areopening up their Jewellery Quarter studios this month to give you a glimpse of the life of a working jeweller.
Six studios will be open on the 20th and 21st of May with the designer makers on hand to explain their working practices, talk to through their design ideas and demonstrate their craft.

Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter is an exciting and historic area of the city, boasting two museums which explore it’s industrial heritage (The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter andThe Pen Room), a fine collection of independent cafe’s and restaurants (The Urban Coffee Company and The Drop Forge – to name just two) and the great 24 Carrots Farmers Market on the 3rd Saturday of the month (21st of May).

Download a bigger and better version here!

making a day of it …

Get 20% off hot drinks at the Urban Coffee Company when you visit the Centrepiece Open Studios.
On Saturday the 21st, visit the 24 Carrots Farmers Market for fresh, local produce  from independent businesses.


The Craft and Design Selected Award!

Wednesday, March 30th, 2011

There are only a few days left to vote for my jewellery designs in The Craft and Design Selected Awards. I’d love it if anyone voted for me! Click on the link and then again at the bottom of the page: www.craftmaker.co.uk/sianelizabethhughes

“These highly regarded national awards, first launched in 2009, are based on an Online Public Vote for British and Irish designer makers with work represented in Selected, craft&design’s prestigious online gallery at www.craftmaker.co.uk. The Public Vote determines six finalists in each of six categories. Specialist Invited Judges, together with the craft&design panel, subsequently assess the work of the finalists to establish one Gold Award Winner, two Silver Award Winners and three Finalists in each category, with just one person being awarded the top accolade of craft&design Maker of the Year Award.”

How exciting!

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