I am SNAG.

The Society of North American Goldsmiths is an organization for jewelers, metalsmiths, instructors, vendors, and more who live and work here in the U.S. and abroad. It serves to create community, promote our beloved field, and educate the public and artists alike. We are trying to reinvigorate things now...check out this sweet video created by my friend and colleague, Jen Townsend. It shows all kinds of SNAG members at work and at play, all proudly saying, "I am SNAG."

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Studio Visit: Jen Townsend

Over my Holiday break I spent a few days with my friend and fellow jeweler, Jen Townsend. Jen just moved into a new home and is still in the process of getting her studio space settled in. On top of that she had also just completed her big holiday push. It was great to see her space in transition alongside all the evidence of being one busy jeweler. The image above is a brand new piece titled "Pandora."

As a Christmas gift, Jen made me a copy of her favorite chasing tool. It makes great marks and will be perfect for adding detail and texture to my work. Thank you, Jen!

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