2017
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VOL. 2 2017 GRANT PUBLICATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 – WELCOME 5 – KRISTEN BAIRD 11 – Q&A WITH KRISTEN BAIRD 13 – ALEXANDRA SCARLETT JEWELRY 17 – KELSEY GRAPE 21 – STACY RODGERS 25 – EMILY SHAFFER STUDIO 29 – L UCIA PEARL JEWELRY 31 – M ADE LINE JEWELRY CO. 33 – VLM JEWELRY 35 – TENZABELLE 37 – ALEXANDRA LOZIER 39 – WHERE ARE THEY NOW – BROOKE BARER 43 – WHERE ARE THEY NOW – SAMANTHA SKELTON 47 – GUEST JUDGE – MARTHE LE VAN 49 – GRANT TIMELINE Front & Back Cover Jewelry by Kristen Baird
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Jewelry by Made Line
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WELCOME Today, women aren’t waiting around for a box under the Christmas tree or a gallant surprise gesture. We are increasingly buying jewelry for ourselves. We earn our own paychecks, we build our own careers and we make our own decisions. Women are looking for retailers and labels that resonate with us for new reasons. We want local. We want customizations. We want ethos and sustainability. We want a story. This shift is shaking the jewelry industry as stores adapt to feminization in every corner from the bench to the clients. While the trend has been steadily brewing for quite some time, this year was a watershed in our grant program. Instead of waiting for discovery or thirsting to prove themselves, we see a new confidence and self-determination among women jewelers to achieve success on their own terms. We were thrilled to host Marthe Le Van of Mora Contemporary Gallery in Asheville, NC as our guest judge this year. Marthe brought valuable insights straight from the gallery to the jurying team. She is a leader in our field, an established expert in jewelry and an innovator in retail brick & mortar. Her store embraces a huge range of price points and aesthetics yet still feels like a curated exhibition. The space is comfortable, intimate and intriguing. Visitors are not faced with intimidating display cases. Instead, the door is flung wide open and the floorplan allows visitors to casually stroll around without feeling scrutinized. Jewelry is mostly out in the open where buyers are encouraged to touch and feel each piece, try it on and then go exploring through the drawers and cubbies of a collection cluster to find the perfect fit. It’s a unique retail experience. Our field is now full of women in leadership; experienced entrepreneurs like Marthe, and up-and-coming visionaries who are just beginning to make their marks. Halstead Grant finalists are an impressive group of smart, talented young women who are breaking conventions and reinventing the way we think about jewelry studios. We do not require that applicants be female but clearly women are sweeping our discipline from coast to coast.
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Our winner, Kristen Baird, thrives at the high end of the silver market and into the fine jewelry bridal realm. Her work is glamorous and bold. It appeals to driven professionals with a strong fashion sense. Read more about this Savannah gem on pages 5 - 11. The daring geometry of the Alexandra Scarlett line is likely to draw young, vibrant trendsetters. And the bohemian fringe and celestial accents of Tenzabelle will appeal to untamable free spirits. See their work on pages 13 and 35. These new designers and their peers are embracing feminine strength in its many diverse forms. They are women celebrating women. It is a powerful message. The images you will see in this book are the front porch view of ten emerging artist studios. On the judging committee, we have the unique opportunity to tour the entire house of each operation. The jewelry collections you see are the result of intense inner workings. Every grant finalist is truly a cut above when it comes to business thinking and preparation. Surviving the boot camp experience of the Halstead Grant application process is an achievement. Placing in the top 10 is an impressive feat. That means these small businesses are ideal partners. Not only do they produce quality work, but they have capacity plans, digital savvy, marketing strategies and clear goals. They are ready for growth and new opportunities. We encourage you to browse these pages with those qualifications in mind. The breadth and depth of work represented here is impressive. There are collections to fit a wide array of niches in the jewelry world. Which one could be right for you? Consider a trunk show or exhibition spot for one of these emerging makers. Bring their story to your audience of women and be inspired.
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KRISTEN BAIRD “I’m so very humbled and grateful. I was overjoyed and overwhelmed by the news.” - Kristen Baird
Kristen Baird
2017 Winner, 2016 Top 5 Finalist KristenBaird.com KristenBairdJewelry KristenBairdJewelry KBairdJewelry
Facets Earrings Sterling silver & rutilated quartz
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A single piece of jewelry can possess great sentimental value. Being a jewelry designer, Kristen Baird has the eye for weaving elements of what her clients find most important into her custom jewelry. With her driven passion, Kristen Baird received her bachelor’s degree in Jewelry from the Savannah College of Art and Design in 2012. A stellar student, she was honored as a Valedictorian nominee, a Presidential Scholarship Recipient, and received the Outstanding Achievement award in Jewelry. To hone in on her craft, Kristen received her Rhino/CAD certification and attended the renowned New Approach School for Jewelers, completing the Graduate Bench Jeweler program under the direction of world-class instructor, Blaine Lewis. Intricate, textural, and harmonious are but a few words that best describe Kristen Baird’s fine jewelry. Her aesthetic pays homage to motifs found in nature – waterfalls, honeycomb, rain, flora – while also gracefully nodding to her interest in architecture. Kristen’s work displays a unique ability to meld disparate influences into jewelry that is structural, but also seems as though it might have sprung organically from the natural world. Her work treats nature as a dance, never still and always changing, often capturing a transitory moment, such as a splash of water or the slow ooze of honeycomb. Underlying her inspirations is a design aesthetic that embraces minimalism and smooth clean lines, which allows her to seamlessly meld the natural with the man-made. The values of quality and craftsmanship are integral to Kristen’s work. She works with materials of the highest quality and crafts each piece by hand. She uses gold, platinum, and sterling silver with gemstones and pearls to create an interplay of texture and color that brings her beautiful and timeless creations to life. Originally from Richmond, Virginia, Kristen decided to plant her roots in Savannah and founded Kristen Baird in 2015. Her pieces are displayed and sold at the Kessler Collection Grand Bohemian Galleries and have been featured in high-end publications, such as Charleston Magazine, Charleston Style & Design, Paprika Southern, and Lark Books, among others. See pg 11 for an interview with Kristen. Pinnacle Necklace Sterling silver, 18kt yellow gold, & blue topaz
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Ripple Ring Sterling silver & Swiss blue topaz
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Boulder Necklace Sterling silver, 18kt yellow gold, African amethyst, Brazilian amethyst, & pink amethyst
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Galaxy 1�Cuff Sterling silver & 18kt yellow gold
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Crystalize Studs Sterling silver , 18kt yellow gold, & blue topaz or onyx
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Q&A WITH KRISTEN BAIRD by Brigitte Martin crafthaus.ning.com
When did you become interested in jewelry and metals? I found metals halfway through my college years. I went to Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) for interior design and architecture, but in my third year I got tired of not making anything with my hands. I tried one jewelry class and just fell in love with it. I walked into the building and knew right away that this is what I wanted to do. So I called my parents and told them I would be switching my major and add another two years to finish with a BFA in Metals and Jewelry.
What do you enjoy the most about making jewelry? I love the hands-on aspect very much, but what I really like is the problem-solving. It is all very technical. There are rules and structures which I appreciate. Within that structure you can do a lot of things, that’s where the problem-solving comes in.
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What happened after you graduated from college in 2012? I first took some time off (laughs) and then worked as a studio monitor in the SCAD jewelry department for two years. In 2014, I entered the New Approach School for Jewelers in Nashville, TN, to go through their Graduate Bench Jeweler Program. I had the arts metals background from SCAD, but I knew that I wanted to get into the fine jewelry market, so I needed bench jewelry training to really understand all parts of that aspect of the jewelry field.
How did you start your business? I’ve been in business for myself since 2015. I had a fairly disjointed collection of work for a while because I was focused on custom work. Then, my work was accepted into the Savannah location of the Grand Bohemian galleries, which is part of Marriott Hotels. That’s when things started to fall into place for me. My work sold well and, based on that success, it was placed in additional locations: Charleston, Orlando and Asheville. I hired one part-time person who also went to SCAD and the New Approach School like I did. We have plans to make her full-time soon.
What was the reason you applied to the Halstead Grant? I first applied in 2016 and placed within the top 5, which was really great. I got an awesome feedback report from the judges which pointed out a lot of things that I knew, but didn’t quite want to see. I guess, I can be a little stubborn. Well, I took all of their feedback points, printed out the reports, stuck them on my wall, and over the last 12 months I’ve been going down every little point and worked at various areas in my business to grow it and to evolve. I made very big changes based on the feedback reports I got. It’s been a process, but it was all very helpful.
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What are your next steps? I will be launching a fine jewelry collection with 18K gold, Platinum pieces, and ethically sourced diamonds. Part of the award money will go towards promotional aspects of that new line, paying for professional photography. I will also make an investment in materials and supplies, such as getting a few more tools and inventory. And a little bit of the money will go towards shows that I will be participating in. I am splitting it all into a couple different pathways to make the best use of it.
ALEXANDRA SCARLETT JEWELRY “Alexandra Scarlett hits the mark with this fresh, trendy collection for millenials.” - Hilary Halstead Scott
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2017 Top 5 Finalist, 2016 Top 10 Finalist ShopAlexandraScarlett.com AlexandraScarlettJewelry ByAlexandraScarlett AScarlettJewels
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I create unique jewelry for badass babes. I am committed to empowering women through individuality and personal style. Whether it is a statement necklace or simple everyday ring, my minimal, sculptural, and unique designs allow you to stand out of the crowd without breaking the bank. Informed by craft and tradition, every piece of Alexandra Scarlett Jewelry is 100% handcrafted in San Diego, California, with the idea of creating desirable, long lasting pieces for confident and independent women. Solar Collar 18kt gold-plated brass Large Ripple Earrings 18kt gold-plated brass & gold vermeil
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ALEXANDRA SCARLETT JEWELRY
Ball Chain Earrings 18kt gold-plated brass & gold vermeil
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Avila Earrings 18kt gold-plated brass, gold vermeil, & freshwater pearls Ostra Ring 18kt gold-plated brass & freshwater pearl
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KELSEY GRAPE “Kelsey is redefining traditional filigree. It is a breath of fresh air to see the intricate technique combined with bold geometry and negative space.” - Hilary Halstead Scott
Kelsey Larsen 2017 Top 5 Finalist
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By pairing intricate hand-twisted filigree work with simple yet thoughtful framework design, I am able to bring the focus to the alluring texture created by using the filigree wire while maintaining a clean modern aesthetic that fits effortlessly into any wardrobe. Kelsey Grape filigree jewelry is constructed using thicker, bolder framework than is historically used in filigree jewelry to further emphasize the modern styling. Handmade in Michigan, the collection features a juxtaposition of contemporary geometric design and traditionally fabricated fine silver filigree. Full Sail Earrings Sterling silver & fine silver
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KELSEY GRAPE
Diamond Drop Earrings Sterling silver & fine silver
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Rising Willow Creek Pendant Sterling silver, fine silver, & Willow Creek jasper
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STACY RODGERS JEWELRY
“Stacy’s innovative look is something entirely new in jewelry. Her layered, hand pierced forms are striking yet somehow familiar, like exotic creatures from tropical seas or another galaxy perhaps.” - Hilary Halstead Scott
Stacy Rodgers
2017 Top 5 Finalist, 2016 Top 10 Finalist StacyRodgers.Squarespace.com StacyRodgersJewelry StacyRodgersJewelry SRodgersJewelry
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The signature elements of my collection are intricately hand-pierced forms inspired by the ebb and flow of lines in anatomy, sea life and plant life. My fascination with the natural world has led to organic jewelry forms in sterling silver, oxidized copper and brass with offset layers and exploding edges. Layers of line pop through the use of these varying types of metals. Oxidation creates areas of lights and darks that provide depth and movement to the collection. My jewelry is lightweight, durable and highly wearable. Various Species Cuff #4 Sterling silver, copper, & brass
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STACY RODGERS JEWELRY
Heart Strings Earrings # 1 Sterling silver, brass, & copper
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Various Species Necklace #26 Sterling silver
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EMILY SHAFFER STUDIO “Emily is the quintessential studio jeweler. She brings great craftsmanship and attention to detail to her beautiful line of silver jewelry.” - Hilary Halstead Scott
Emily Shaffer 2017 Top 5 Finalist
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My focus is to create jewelry that is clean, modern and versatile. My jewelry is made to be functional and complement the wearer’s own individuality. Using silver, enamel, or sometimes a combination of both, I seek compositions of line and negative space. Going to art school within short distances of New York City and Philadelphia exposed me to contemporary art and fashion. Living in rural Maine inspires my sense of resourcefulness and independence, and my drive to create. Double Basket Necklace Sterling silver
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EMILY SHAFFER STUDIO
Tri-Shape Hoops Sterling silver
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Double Bangle Hoops Sterling silver
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LUCIA PEARL JEWELRY
“Lucia has a wide range of skills that take her work from edgy and bold to tribal and traditional.” - Hilary Halstead Scott
Lucia Perluck
2017 Top 10 Finalist, 2015 Top 10 Finalist LuciaPearl.com LuciaPearlJewelry LuciaPearlJewelry LuciaPearlNYC
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Lucia Pearl jewelry brings innovation to the mainstream market by incorporating unique mechanisms to make each style a conversation piece. A skilled metalsmith with years of industry experience, Lucia makes use of low-cost raw materials to craft sophisticated styles without sacrificing quality. Hand-engraved motifs became a key element of the collection after Lucia spent time in Morocco studying the ancient art of traditional engraving. Gender-neutral, ageless and timeless designs make Lucia Pearl versatile and perfect for everyday wear. Spiral Hoops + Stones 14kt gold-filled & tiger’s eye Fibula Sweater Clips Sterling silver & citrine
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MADE LINE JEWELRY CO. “I am beyond thrilled and excited for what this means for my career. The process of applying for the Halstead award has been incredibly beneficial for me as I start my business.” - Madeline Michael
Madeline Michael 2017 Top 10 Finalist
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Made Line is an American jewelry company featuring modern and timeless designs thoughtfully crafted with sustainable materials and methods. Handmade in Brooklyn, New York, Made Line solely uses Certified Recycled or Fairmined metal and ethically-sourced, traceable gemstones with styles ranging from classic staples to large statement pieces. Made Line’s philosophy is rooted in the belief that covetable, heirloom-quality jewelry can be made in a way that is socially and environmentally responsible. Chandelier Earrings Sterling silver, King’s Manassa turquoise, & Sleeping Beauty turquoise Teardrop Ring Sterling silver & Chinese turquoise
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VLM JEWELRY “Vanessa brings a fashion designer’s perspective to jewelry. She uses clean lines and ball rivets to construct architectural pieces that are easy to wear.” - Hilary Halstead Scott
Vanessa Louise Marie Arthur 2017 Top 10 Finalist
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Growing up as a choral singer and concert violinist, it’s no surprise that my first collection , HARMONY, has been inspired by my love of music. In Harmony, I explore visual, wearable musical elements. Harmony is also stylistically influenced by the California mid-century design aesthetic. This is where VLM Jewelry derives its overall bold and architectural signature finishing details. My collection is made by hand in downtown Los Angeles for the modern, sophisticated, well-traveled music lover. Silver Quintet Necklace Sterling silver & freshwater pearls Abacus Earrings Sterling silver & Tibetan agate
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TENZABELLE
“ Tenzabelle offers a huge selection of bohemian baubles with a celestial touch.� - Hilary Halstead Scott
Savannah Hunter
2017 Top 10 Finalist, 2015 Top 5 Finalist Tenzabelle.com Tenzabelle Tenzabelle Tenzabelle
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Tenzabelle’s collection of designer jewelry is untamable and sustainable. Our precious metal jewelry is designed for wild spirits and produced with a clear conscience. Primarily oxidized silver with touches of 10k, 14k and 18k gold, Tenzabelle jewelry has a bold, edgy, artistic aesthetic. The name Tenzabelle comes from the name of my great aunt, Tenza Bell Moon. It is important to me that my brand has a heart. It is amuletic adornment with stringent ethical sourcing made by hand with Fairmined metal. Moon Ray Earrings Argentium silver & 18kt gold dust Star Path Cuff Argentium silver, sterling silver, & 18kt gold dust
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ALEXANDRA LOZIER “ The grant application process alone has been one of the most challenging and valuable experiences. I am glad that I have invested the time, and I am sure the rewards will be exponential.� - Alexandra Loziert
Alexandra Lozier
2017 Top 10 Finalist, 2015 Top 10 Finalist AlexLozier.com AlexandraLozier Loziloo
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My work combines crystals, bones, insects and other organic found objects with sterling silver to preserve and display the most ephemeral aspects of life. By incorporating these objects into jewelry, my brand celebrates fleeting beauty found in nature and connects with the people who strive to sustain it. I create earthinspired designs for those who embrace the free-spirited and approach life with a sense of adventure. Carrying these objects on our person allows us to pay homage to the land we evolved from and encourage others to do the same. Red Sparkley Sterling silver, oxidized bronze, aragonite, & vanadinite Ethereal Beings Sterling silver, apophyllite, stilbite, tusk shells, & green labradorite
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WHERE ARE THEY NOW by Brigitte Martin crafthaus.ning.com
Brooke Barer 2007 Winner
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Interested in jewelry making from a young age, Brooke Barer played around with beading for most of her teenage years and liked it so much that she worked at a bead store while going to college in Santa Cruz, CA. She took classes on-the-go whenever she could, learned more advanced beading techniques and began selling her pieces at local farmer’s markets on weekends. “I made really good money with my bead work and that’s how I got my feet wet,” she says. “I still like beading.” Although she was already selling well, Barer realized that her jewelry creations could improve and that she would be even more successful if she added more advanced metalsmithing techniques to her repertoire. She decided to enter an intensive, full-time, 3-months-long program at the famous Revere Academy in San Francisco, CA. “I got a very good, high quality education at Revere,” she says. “For 5 days a week, the focus was on fabrication skills and stone setting primarily and that was important to me to learn. I really wanted to hone my skills.” And her approach paid off. Barer landed a jewelry job right out of the Revere Academy. In 2005, she took the plunge and started her own business in Los Angeles, then moved it to Santa Fe, NM, where she still resides.
Brooke working in her studio.
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WHERE ARE THEY NOW
Before receiving the Halstead Grant in 2007, Belle Brooke Barer was known for working primarily in sterling silver. “I created chunky pieces and used Moissanite instead of diamonds,” she recalls. “Receiving the grant was such a confidence booster for me as a young emerging maker. I was surprised and happy to receive it.” Barer decided to spend her award money toward marketing expenses to grow her business. “Getting good press is so important,” she says. The award also made her more organized, pragmatic and aware of price points.
Cielo Large Half Moon Pendant with Cabochon 18kt yellow gold, sterling silver, GVS diamonds, & Australian chrysoprase
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Ten years after winning the Halstead grant, her business skills have definitely blossomed. Not only does Barer run a successful jewelry retail store in Santa Fe, her business also employs two part-time assistants and an apprentice, and she sells in the wholesale market. “One thing I have learned over the years is that accounts come and go,” she says. “You have to keep getting out there and do trade shows, do marketing, and always get new accounts. It never stops, everything is always a work in progress.”
Mandala Hoop Sterling silver & GVS diamonds
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WHERE ARE THEY NOW by Brigitte Martin crafthaus.ning.com
Samantha Skelton 2015 Winner
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SAMANTHA SKELTON jewelry design Samantha Skelton jewelry
Growing up on a 350-acre working farm in Edinboro, PA, metalsmith Sam Skelton says she was used to making things by hand. “We were quite poor when I was little, so we made everything ourselves. I even created my own dolls. Sewing was my big thing.” When her mother had errands to run, she often dropped her daughter off at the barn jewlery design where her father worked. “To occupy me, he usually just gave me two boards, a hammer, and some nails and told me to nail them together. I ended up with a board full of nails,” Skelton laughs. “And that’s how I grew up.”
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Skelton took a jewelry class on a whim during her last year of high school and quickly found that working with metals struck a chord with her. “We did ring casting in class and I loved it,” she remembers. Skelton decided to make jewelry creation her career and graduated from Miami University in 2012 with a focus in metalsmithing. Since then, she has worked diligently on every aspect of her independent career, from drawing and designing her own work to creating jewelry and larger, sculptural pieces. When the opportunity arose to apply for the Halstead Grant in 2015, she didn’t hesitate. “I did feel the grant was a great fit for what I needed to do at that time, and that’s why I applied,” she says.
Samantha working in her studio.
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WHERE ARE THEY NOW SAMANTHA SKELTON jewelry design
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Much to her surprise, Skelton received the Halstead Grant on her first try in 2015. “I was shocked,” she says. “Getting such positive feedback so early in my career was wonderful.” Skelton admits that creating a business plan for the grant application was hard work. At the time, Skelton wanted to break into the craft show market to grow her business, but felt it was a stretch. Spending the time to develop a good business plan paid off for her immediately. “After winning the grant, I could afford booth fees at art shows and that’s how things just clicked into place for me,” she recalls. And she hasn’t stopped at art shows. Two years after winning the award, Skelton’s jewelry business is booming: in November 2016, she opened her own storefront in Pittsburgh, PA. The bright, elegant gallery space is nestled amid independent coffee shops and funky, privately owned boutiques in the Lawrenceville neighborhood, an up-and-coming arts district. When Skelton is on the road, she keeps things going in Pittsburgh with the help of two part-time employees. Her next big project? “I am currently interested in becoming involved with the custom bridal jewelry market,” she says. “It’s an exciting new step for me. But none of this would have been possible without the Halstead Grant. I am so thankful.”
Rosecut Diamond Rings 14kt yellow gold, 14kt white gold, & rose cut diamonds Big Enamel Earrings Sterling silver & enamel
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Samantha Skelton in front of her Pittsburgh, PA shop.
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GUEST JUDGE
Marthe Le Van Mora
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Marthe Le Van is a contemporary jewelry evangelist and owner of Mora, an award-winning retail jewelry boutique in Asheville, North Carolina representing 30 independent studio jewelers. An internationally recognized writer and editor, Le Van has more than 50 jewelry titles to her credit. She founded and was senior editor of Lark Jewelry Books from 2002 to 2012. Prior to this, Le Van was creative director at Blue Spiral 1 and curator for Harvey Littleton Studios. Marthe is a graduate of Sarah Lawrence College with a B.A. in arts administration and art history. Recent juror credits include Artisphere, the Niche Awards, the Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show, and Craft Boston. She volunteers on the Art Jewelry Forum publication committee.
Inside the Mora boutique in Asheville, North Carolina
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GRANT TIMELINE Kristen Baird Top 5 Alexandra Scarlett Jewelry Emily Shaffer Studio Kelsey Grape Stacy Rodgers Jewelry
ENJI Studio Jewelry
Top 10 Alexandra Lozier Lucia Pearl Jewelry Made Line Jewelry Co. Tenzabelle VLM Jewelry
Top 5 Kristen Baird Nikki Nation Jewelry Olivia Shih StudioSophiaSophia
Top 10 Alexandra Scarlett Jewelry Bohemi LettersToSarah Metalsmithing Stacy Rodgers Jewelry Tara Hutch Fine Jewelry
Samantha Skelton Jewelry Design
Erica Bello Jewelry
Sculpturings
Susan Elnora
Top 5 Bonde ENJI Studio Jewelry LettersToSarah Metalsmithing Seth Papac Jewelry Tenzabelle
Top 5 Jewelry by Brett Nicolette Absil Jewelry JPHii Design Naomi McNeill Jewelry Duchess Leigh
Top 10 Alexandra Lozier Lucia Pearl Jewelry Nicolette Absil Olivia Shih VIELA, Ltd
Top 10 Sara Gallo Jewelry Little Miss Pepper Designs Amber D Harrison Studio Symbology by Alice Scott
Top 5 Amy Brandenburg Studio Duchess Leigh JPHii Design Seth Papac Jewelry
Top 5 Jenny Reeves Sorensen Silver Fine Art Caitie Sellers Metalsmith Jamison Rae Jewelry
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Top 10 5 Oaks Studio JW Metal Arts kFroet Designs Sara Gallo Jewelry VAH Jewelry
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Special thanks to the 2017 Halstead Grant jury Guest Judge: Marthe Le Van Tom Halstead Suzie Halstead Hilary Halstead Katie Hacker Thank you, Brigitte Martin of Crafthaus, for the Kristen Baird interview and Where Are They Now articles.
The 2018 Halstead Grant is calling for entries now. The deadline for submissions is August 1. Watch for next year’s winner and finalist announcement in September 2018. Thanks in advance to Michael David Sturlin for joining the jury as our guest judge.
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