Dear Orchidians, I have been a member of Orchid for many years, but
this is my first post. I would like to thank all of you for all the
valuable support and you give not only myself but other
jewelers around the globe.
I am posting today because it is my honor to invte you all to apply
for a new award: The Couture Jewelry Award and Sale. You can learn
more about this award on http://www.coutureawards.com
And, you can apply on zapplication.org
I founded this award because I have spent years applying for awards,
like many of you and often ended up scratching my head, wondering
about the judging process. I felt and feel strongly that a prize for
artistic merit alone - one that is not connected to a corporation,
one that is scholarly, is needed.
So, to create the award, I gathered funds for a cash prize and show,
had a medal sculpted, and recruited 7 prominent art historians and
museum curators from all over the US to jury this prize. I invite
you all to put your best of the best forward. It is my dream that we
raise the bar on craft and offer folks a place to shine and exhibit
their artistry.
If you have any questions, feel free to email me. Thank you,
Suz Andreasen
suzandreasen.com