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Frances A Lindblad Lift the language barrier with free translation/ Sollvare la barriera di ligua con la traduzione libera.

http://www.freetranslation.com/translate-version3.asp Where to go when you don't understand the language. Have fun! Frances Continue

Added by Frances A Lindblad on November 20, 2009 at 3:00pm — No Comments

MAGadmin 2009 Recipient of the National Metalsmiths Hall of Fame (U.S.A.)

The Florida Society of Goldsmiths is very pleased to announce that Alan Revere of San Francisco has been selected as the 2009 recipient of the National Metalsmiths Hall of Fame Award in the category of Artist/Arts Educator. The award recognizes outstanding contributions and consistent support of the metalsmithing arts and we are very excited to add Mr. Revere to the list of distinguished recipients.

The National Metalsmiths Hall of Fame began in 1999. Here is a list of individuals who

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Added by MAGadmin on November 19, 2009 at 11:35am — No Comments

Angie Doran looking for a few items.....

Looking for equipment and tools for the studio I am trying to create. I need a used rolling mill and have been searching for months. I am also interested in small tools as well as a foredom with flex shaft. I have been banished to the garage so any suggestions on heating it would be helpful. It is insulated and has a raised insulated floor and currently has a small oil filled electric radiator but I am worried that the hydro bills will be crazy! I recently took a course on enameling....maybe a… Continue

Added by Angie Doran on November 18, 2009 at 8:17am — No Comments

MAGadmin Red Door Shelter and the Uniti Collection

How wonderful is it that 18 Karat has been able to unite Canadian celebrities with Canadian metal artists to raise awareness and funds for the ever-deserving Red Door Shelter. All of the pieces have been donated by the artist and all of the proceeds will go to Red Door. View the collection on-line www.uniti.ca


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Added by MAGadmin on November 17, 2009 at 11:30am — No Comments

Alastair Field trip to the show?

Hey everyone, I haven't had a chance to see the exhibit fully set up and it's closing this week! So i thought i'd organize a last minute field trip, how does this Wednesday the 18th at 2:30pm sound? We meet up at the gallery, stumble around, go for a drink or four, then stumble home for dinner. I have to work at 5:00pm so i'll have to leave by 4:30. Hope to see you there. -cheers, alastair Continue

Added by Alastair on November 16, 2009 at 3:43pm — No Comments

MAGadmin images from the Crafting the Future opening

Hi everyone, Here are some images I took at the Crafting the Future opening, not too many, I was a little distracted by just having fun. To see all of them follow this link www.saracummins.photoshop… Continue

Added by MAGadmin on November 13, 2009 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Paul McClure SNAG 2013 Conference in Toronto, Canada

The Society of North American Goldsmiths (SNAG) 2013 Conference is officially scheduled to take place in Toronto, Canada in May 2013. The conference will be co-hosted by George Brown College and Harbourfront Centre. The conference co-chairs are Paul McClure, professor at George Brown College, and Melanie Egan, Head of Craft Department at Harbourfront Centre. The specific dates in May 2013 and a specific conference theme have yet to be established. It is hoped that a variety of organisations, in… Continue

Added by Paul McClure on November 11, 2009 at 11:20am — No Comments

MAGadmin Video on making the Olympic medals

See a wonderful video explaining the designs behind the Olympic medals Continue

Added by MAGadmin on November 4, 2009 at 3:00pm — No Comments

MAGadmin Women of Distinction Awards - design proposal


I have been asked to make everyone aware of this design opportunity from the YWCA.

2010 Women of Distinction Awards
New Design Proposal:


To design and produce 7 awards for the 2010 YWCA Women of Distinction Awards. It is important to incorporate the “Winged Woman” logo,

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Added by MAGadmin on November 3, 2009 at 10:48pm — No Comments

MAGadmin Call for nominations to the Board of Directors of the Metal Arts Guild of Canada

Are you interested in helping to craft the future of the Metal Arts Guild of Canada? We are currently accepting nominations to the Board of Directors for three Member(s) at Large positions. You do not need to reside in Toronto to be on the Board of Directors as we use SKYPE to keep in touch with our out of town Directors. You do need to be a member in good standing which means being up to date with your dues. (see Guild… Continue

Added by MAGadmin on October 7, 2009 at 4:00pm — No Comments

MAGadmin Nuit Blanche on Sugercainentertainment!

Hey Everyone, We have some press about our Nuit Blanche project thanks to Sarah Dougall and MADE YOU LOOK Check it out! sugarcainentertainment Continue

Added by MAGadmin on September 30, 2009 at 11:08am — 1 Comment

MAG Tech Support The Staffordshire Hoard

Just in case you haven't yet seen this incredible find! Sara C "This hoard is perhaps the most important collection of Anglo-Saxon objects found in England. It compares and perhaps exceeds those objects found at Sutton Hoo. Originally discovered by metal detectorist Terry Herbert in July 2009 and subsequently excavated by Birmingham University Archaeology Unit and Staffordshire County Council." Continue

Added by MAG Tech Support on September 28, 2009 at 9:05am — No Comments

MAGadmin Tank Jewelry & Beads October Workshops

Jill and Amy of TANK Jewelry & Beads are very excited to be hosting glass artist Stephanie Sersich from Topsham, Maine for 3 outstanding workshops this October. There will be two flameworking workshops and one on Stephanie's signature jewelry making technique, spiny knotted bracelet making. Stephanie is a charismatic teacher who has taught all over the world. She has been making beads and jewelry for many years. Her work has been widely regarded and published, she's even written a book ava… Continue

Added by MAGadmin on September 11, 2009 at 10:19am — No Comments

aidan stanley call for intrest

I am in the process of starting a group studio, room for office and photo and of course benches and polishing. Its here in Fredericton, and its perfect. If at all interested please contact me aidan@thesilverline.net rent will be around 150. all in. before Christmas i would like to have wall mount show cases for a Christmas studio show. it will be fantastic and is very much needed here in Fredericton any comments or suggestions welcome Continue

Added by aidan stanley on September 10, 2009 at 2:57pm — 1 Comment

Carl LeBlanc Here it is! Metal Clay Artist Magazine!

Fellow Artisans, Come this November, there will finally be a magazine devoted to the metal clay arts. And guess what?! It is developed, published and created right here in Ontario. Canadians are taking the metal clay world by storm! The new magazine was officially launched at the Metal Clay World Conference in Chicago last July and is international in scope. Our contributors are from all over...Canada, USA, France, UK, Brazil and many more will be featured in upcoming issues. The first issue i… Continue

Added by Carl LeBlanc on September 5, 2009 at 9:16am — No Comments

Catherine Crowe Enamelling Classes at George Brown

There is an enamelling class coming up at George Brown this semester: Develop the basic skills and techniques used to apply and melt powdered glass onto metal. Learn stencilling, dry dusting, sgraffito, underglazing, overglazing and cloisonné. Complete three pieces as demonstrated in class as well as one cloisonné piece using your own design. September 22 to Nov24 Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm Casa Loma Campus (near Spadina and Dupont)… Continue

Added by Catherine Crowe on September 4, 2009 at 5:17pm — No Comments

ruth pallek New.... Fall Class in Enamelling...Fall Class in Metal Art and Jewellery Making .....Metalmeltdown Studio

Sending out Fall Class information for Fenwick and surrounding area of Niagara. Starting the week of Sept 21 Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday evening classes. Teaching .....In studio classes .... 1. Enamelling on metals Teaching basic enamelling techniques on copper or on fine silver if preferred Five sessions of 2 hours each, to cover stenciling,cloisonne',champleve and others with the added know how of using jeweller's tools to complete your project. Class of 5 2.Jewellery Making and Metalsmithi… Continue

Added by ruth pallek on August 12, 2009 at 11:01am — No Comments

Margo Glenn Metal Smiths in Calgary?

Hi, I'm a Jewellery Arts grad from Toronto, and am moving to Calgary to start my masters in Aug/Sept. Are there any goldsmiths or jewellery students out there looking for a housemate? I will come bearing tools and my knowledge of metals. It would be really sweet if you had a small studio set-up at home that I could contribute to. I'll be studying in a different field, so I don't expect to be using the space a lot, but it would be great to have some access and to keep in touch with the community… Continue

Added by Margo Glenn on June 26, 2009 at 2:50pm — No Comments

MAGadmin New Book on Bench Tips and Tricks

Hi all, I am working on a new Ganoksin Project/MJSA book on bench tricks and tips. We are looking for new, surprising, innovative, wonderful ideas for bench tips. The book is scheduled for publishing in very early 2010. I have constructed a survey to gather our group mind to help the project succeed. Please contribute your best ideas to our project. The eventual book adds money to the Ganoksin project's income, and helps keep the Project, Orchid and all it's parts functioning and available to… Continue

Added by MAGadmin on May 21, 2009 at 10:30am — No Comments

MAGadmin Blessings and Innovation: Celebrating Ideas in Ritual Cup Design

This is to let you know about Beth Tzedec Reuben & Helene Dennis Museum’s juried ritual cup design competition, entitled Blessings and Innovation: Celebrating Ideas in Ritual Cup Design. We are seeking original artist-created ceremonial cups for various Jewish rituals, including (but not limited to) Havdallah, Passover, Shabbat, weddings, newborns…etc. Artists are free to use any material; examples include sterling silver, various metals, ceramic, porcelain, or glass, so long as the cup is… Continue

Added by MAGadmin on May 21, 2009 at 10:30am — No Comments

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2013 SNAG Conference in Toronto

The Society of North American Goldsmiths (SNAG) 2013 Conference is officially scheduled to take place in Toronto, Canada in May 2013. The conference will be co-hosted by George Brown College and Harbourfront Centre. The conference co-chairs are Paul McClure, professor at George Brown College, and Melanie Egan, Head of Craft Department at Harbourfront Centre. The specific dates in May 2013 and a specific conference theme have yet to be established. It is hoped that a variety of organizations, institutions and individuals will volunteer their participation to make this conference as inclusive, diverse, exciting and original as the Canadian jewellery and metalsmithing community is. Volunteers are needed to organize related exhibitions and events, organize pre-conference workshops, and help with conference planning and implementation. It has been over twenty five years (Toronto, 1985) since the SNAG conference was held outside the United States. In addition to serving the entire SNAG membership, the Toronto 2013 conference will provide a platform for promoting Canadian jewellery and metalsmithing to a local, national and international audience. To express your interest in becoming involved. Please contact Paul McClure at pmcclure@georgebrown.ca or Melanie Egan at rmegan@harbourfrontcentre.com



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The Metal Arts Guild of Canada would like to recognize the support of The Ontario Arts Council for our biennial juried show MAG-2067 "MAG-2067 Crafting the Future"

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Dianne Karg Baron

Copper Repair Request

I received the following message sent to the editor @ metalartsguild.ca. If you can help this lady out, please send me a PM or post on my page, and I'll forward her contact info. To: Dianne King B...

Tagged: enamel, commission, repair, copper

Started by Dianne Karg Baron in Questions anyone? 1 day ago.

Rob Lardie

Looking for chasing tools in Canada 4 Replies

I am looking to purchase some chasing tools and quality pitch. I am wondering if anyone knows of is a good supplier near Toronto or at least in Canada. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Started by Rob Lardie in Questions anyone?. Last reply by Andrew Nov 16.

MAG Tech Support

Spanish/English Ring Book Call for Entry

Dear artist, I want to invite you to participate in a new book to be published by Promopress (http://www.promopress.es), an editorial firm based in Barcelona, Spain. This book will promote rings a...

Tagged: book, rings, call for images, ., call for entry

Started by MAG Tech Support in Call for Entry Nov 14.

Jeff Charboneau

Do you find this wiki for metalworking, welding, etc. useful as an artist?

The US-based Gases and Welding Distributors Association (GAWDA) has created a new online encyclopedia (or "wiki") of metalworking, tooling, welding, gases, and related terms called GAWDAwiki. The w...

Started by Jeff Charboneau in Questions anyone? Nov 12.

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