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It’s taken me a while to post about the incredible time I had at the SNAG conference last week. It is such an important reminder that conferences do more than offer us opportunities to learn, and see new work. It is a vital chance to be with friends, make new friends and renew enthusiasm and energy for the community.I particularly loved seeing former students like Gabriel Craig, Amy Weiks, Sarah Holden, Kat Cole, and Brian Fleetwood, and others! I was so proud that so many of our current students were there, and that VCUarts instructors, Sarah Spee Parker and Shannon Kurzniec were there too!Here are some pics:1) image of a few students, faculty, alum from VCUarts2) Gabriel Craig showing us his studio, @smithshopdetroit.3) @s.pee.23 at SmithShopDetroit4) Amy Weiks sharing a project of theirs at @smithshopdetroit5) Friends meeting for the first time in person! #MarilynDaSilva and #ElBrown6) #rebeccastrzelec presenting7) @s.pee.23 and #isabeleldridge at Anders Ruhwald's Unit 1 space8) trying on #kriscarlos Sasamba Ring from @danacadesignstudio Battle of the Rings9) @katcolemetalsmith!!!10 + 11) @cappycounard!!!!12) view of the @radicaljewelrymakeover Rejewelry Competition exhibition at Adorned Spaces13) @teapotonwheels!!! Modeling @oliviashihdesigns necklace from Rejewelry!14) a view of the inner cortyard at Periodicals in Detroit#SNAGxDetroit @vcuartscraft #metalsmith #artjewelry by @susieganch

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Students from the Department of Craft/Material Studies Metal Program at VCUarts have an exhibition at @dransfieldjewelers! Fabricate is a beautiful salon- style presentation. Please visit if you have a chance!I’m very proud of the students! Thank you, Dransfield’s for inviting us to take over your exhibition space!#vcuartscraft #contemporaryjewelrydesign by @susieganch

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Last week I had the honor of celebrating alongside my wonderfully talented students. Graduation was joyful! I'm so proud of all of them.@colekamerick @s.pee.23 @amelia.ruth.baxter @megankoeppel @kikaarte @cedar_forrest @f.v.blair. @estellatrygg @belay_renee @ryder_xox_ #AlyssaBalangue #JocelynBasore @justin.rtc @vcuarts @vcuartscraft by @susieganch

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📢Join us! The True Cost of Reusing Materials. Is it worth it?Artist Panel: Andy Lowrie, Jina Seo, Kathleen Kennedy, and Sarah Parker will explore the mindful philosophy and gritty reality of material stewardship, moving beyond the surface of recycling to examine the true cost of reusing materials. We will discuss the "discovery" inherent in the process, and what this means in the finished piece, and its potential to reenter the RJM supply chain, to be remade again and again.🚨Did you miss the first event?🚨The recording is available on the website at https://ethicaljewelry.org/rjm-in-the-studio-webinar⚫More about the series⚫ In the Studio with Radical Jewelry MakeoverCan an artist’s personal style survive—and thrive—when working with materials that carry a history?We invite you to In the Studio with Radical Jewelry Makeover, an immersive 4-part webinar series. Through each session we will build a powerful narrative, exploring how artists take donated, pre-loved materials and reinvent them into stunning "Madeover" jewelry for our innovative on-loan program.This is a deep dive into the philosophy of reuse. Together, we will tackle the inherent challenges of working with used materials, the environmental impact of our craft, and the evolution of modern studio practices. Join a community of forward-thinking makers and be inspired to bring a radical new perspective to your own jewelry collection or studio practice. Don’t miss this journey, register your spot today! Each session has a unique focus—featuring 4 artists. Don’t miss a single one!@radicaljewelrymakeover @communityforethicaljewelry @susieganchThank you: Anonymous Was A Woman Environmental Grants@nyfacurrentArtists For May 7th@arimacurtis @melissacameronjeweller @holdensc @taylorzarkadeskingArtist for June 4th@andylowriejewellery @kdangerk @s.pee.23 @jinaseo_jewelryArtists for Sept 3@chelseananfeltrowe @raissabump @kat_cole Deb LozierArtists for Oct 1st@emily.culver @adamfosterjewelry @ericabellojewelry Yevgeniya Kaganovich#madeoverjewelry #ethicaljewelry #communityforethicaljewelry #radicaljewlerymakeover by @susieganch

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The jurors have spoken. 🎙️🏆@alexboydstudio @susieganch Now lace up — voting opens Monday, May 11th.Head to the link in bio, get familiar with the rosters, and be ready to cast your vote for Team Shanks or Team Mandrels when the whistle blows.Battle of the Rings 2026 · Voting May 11–29 · Exhibition through June 5.#danacadesignstudio #battleoftherings #contemporaryjewelryexhibition #seattlejewelry by @susieganch

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So proud of the students in the Department of Craft/material Studies at @vcuarts We have an exceptional group of students making thoughtful work. I’m grateful to have the opportunity to work with them.These are some of the badges from the enameling assignment we just completed.@vcuartscraft #contemporarycraft #jewelry #contemporaryjewelry by @susieganch

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✨Can an artist’s personal style survive—and thrive—when working with materials that carry a history?✨📢We invite you to In the Studio with Radical Jewelry Makeover, an immersive 4-part webinar series. Through each session we will build a powerful narrative, exploring how artists take donated, pre-loved materials and reinvent them into stunning "Madeover" jewelry for our innovative on-loan program.This is a deep dive into the philosophy of reuse. Together, we will tackle the inherent challenges of working with used materials, the environmental impact of our craft, and the evolution of modern studio practices. Join a community of forward-thinking makers and be inspired to bring a radical new perspective to your own jewelry collection or studio practice. Don’t miss this journey, register your spot today! Each session has a unique focus—featuring 4 artists. Don’t miss a single one!✨FIRST UP! MAY 7th, 6:00-7:30 (Eastern)Curtis Arima, Melissa Cameron, Sarah Holden and Taylor Zarkades King will introduce our audience to Radical Jewelry Makeover. Our panelists will reveal their creative process and their approach to working with reclaimed materials. We’ll tackle the ethics and hurdles of material sourcing, exploring how sustainability is a source for creative fabrication. Finally, we’ll discuss what fuels their persistence and the vital lessons learned when working with Radical Jewelry Makeover. @radicaljewelrymakeover @susieganchThank you: Anonymous Was A Woman Environmental Grants@nyfacurrentArtists For May 7th@arimacurtis @melissacameronjeweller @holdensc @taylorzarkadeskingArtist for June 4th@andylowriejewellery @kdangerk @s.pee.23 @jinaseo_jewelryArtists for Sept 3@chelseananfeltrowe @raissabump @kat_cole Deb LozierArtists for Oct 1st@emily.culver @adamfosterjewelry @ericabellojewelry Yevgeniya Kaganovich#madeoverjewelry #ethicaljewelry #communityforethicaljewelry #radicaljewlerymakeover by @susieganch

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Sharing some beautiful Rejewelry pieces that just arrived Friday!!! @eleanor_anderson_studio made this necklace and brooch set! Check out @radicaljewelrymakeover to see more. Our upcoming traveling exhibition of this work will be great!! If you are going to the SNAG conference, come see us in the Adorned Spaces.#rejewelrycompetition #radicaljewelrymakeover #makeitethical #sustainablejewelrymovement #communityforethicaljewelry #SNAGmetalsmiths by @susieganch

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📢 LET'S BEGIN! MAY 7th, 6:00-7:30 (Eastern)Curtis Arima, Melissa Cameron, Sarah Holden and Taylor Zarkades King will introduce our audience to Radical Jewelry Makeover. Our panelists will reveal their creative process and their approach to working with reclaimed materials. We’ll tackle the ethics and hurdles of material sourcing, exploring how sustainability is a source for creative fabrication. Finally, we’ll discuss what fuels their persistence and the vital lessons learned when working with Radical Jewelry Makeover. Event host and moderator! @susieganchRJM Artists @arimacurtis @melissacameronjeweller @holdensc @taylorzarkadeskingIN THE STUDIO WITH RJMCan an artist’s personal style survive—and thrive—when working with materials that carry a history?We invite you to In the Studio with Radical Jewelry Makeover, an immersive 4-part webinar series. Through each session we will build a powerful narrative, exploring how artists take donated, pre-loved materials and reinvent them into stunning "Madeover" jewelry for our innovative on-loan program.This is a deep dive into the philosophy of reuse. Together, we will tackle the inherent challenges of working with used materials, the environmental impact of our craft, and the evolution of modern studio practices. Join a community of forward-thinking makers and be inspired to bring a radical new perspective to your own jewelry collection or studio practice. Don’t miss this journey, register your spot today! Each session has a unique focus—featuring 4 artists. Don’t miss a single one!Thank you: Anonymous Was A Woman Environmental Grants@nyfacurrent@communityforethicaljewelry#Makeitethical#responsiblejewelry by @susieganch

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