LINKS:
These web site links are listed as a convenience to our visitors. The Society for Midwest Metalsmiths takes no responsibility and gives no guarantees, warranties or representations, implied or otherwise, for the content or accuracy of these third-party sites
SMM MEMBER SITES:
Dayne Sislen
Jewelry Designers– Artist made, original handcrafted contemporary art jewelry.
http://www.designersjewelryonline.com
Deborrah Daher
One of a kind contemporary studio art jewelry handmade from precious metals and gemstones.
http://www.deborrahdaher.com
Poppy Vincent
http://www.jewelrybypoppy.com
Barbara Otterson
http://www.dreamweaverstudio.com
Noel Leicht
Contemporary jewelry that tells a story.
http://www.noelleicht.com
Marlene True
Contemporary studio jewelry features hand-made pieces.
http://www.marlenetrue.com
Sherri Jaudés
http://www.sherrijaudes.com/
Allison L. Norfleet Bruenger
http://www.alnbcollections.com/
Aimee Dolmash
wearable art for everyday living
http://www.salmonrockstudio.com/
Melodie Moshure
http://firecharmed.com/
Ray Wenneker
http://www.link-able.com/
Kathryn Bowman
http://www.1beadweaver.com/
Carla Duncan
http://www.duncan-designs.com/
Ellen Klamon
http://www.ellenklamon.com/
Lee Richards
http://www.dzignzonyou.com/
Kay Adams
http://www.bestofmissourihands.com/karozfinesilver.htm
Rebecca Barton
http://www.rebeccabarton.net/
Howard Siegel
http://www.bestofmissourihands.com/laptique.htm
Maribeth Meyer
http://www.bestofmissourihands.com/maribethmeyer.htm
Jan Barrett
http://www.bestofmissourihands.com/janbarrett.htm
Nell Kobes
http://www.bestofmissourihands.com/silvermaplestudio.htm
ORGANIZATIONS AND SCHOOLS:
Society for Midwest Metalsmiths
Organization promotes, educates and encourages metalsmiths, silversmiths and goldsmiths.
http://www.midwest-metalsmiths.org
METAL Inclinations
An International Online Metal and Jewelry Exhibition
http://www.smm-metalinclinations.org
SNAGnet list
Up to date information on opportunities and SNAG events. E-mail to subscribe.
http://groups.yahoo.com/
SNAG Society of North American Goldsmiths
An organization serving North American goldsmiths and metalsmiths.
http://www.SNAGmetalsmith.org
Society of American Silversmiths
The web's largest and most comprehensive site devoted to silversmithing.
http://www.silversmithing.com
Penland School of Crafts
Located in the mountains of North Carolina
http://www.penland.org
Arrowmont Craft School
Located in Gatlinburg Tenn.
http://www.arrowmont.org
Haystack School of Crafts
Located on Haystack Mountain in Maine.
Http://www.haystack-mtn.org
William Holland School of Lapidary Arts
Located in Geogia.
http://www.lapidaryschool.org
Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts
Classes in jewelry making techniques, videos and books.
http://revereacademy.com/
COMA -The Colorado Metalsmithing Association
Serving the Rocky Mountian area.
http://www.coloradometalsmiths.org
MASSC- Metal Arts Society of Southern California
Metalsmithing guild serving Southern California
http://www.massconline.com/index.html
Washington Guild of Goldsmiths
Goldsmiths guild for the Washington D.C. area.
http://www.washingtonguildofgoldsmiths.com
Ganoksin Online
An extensive international site, which shares technical papers and runs an e-mail list. Contains tons of useful information for goldsmiths and metalsmiths.
http://www.ganoksin.com
Lapidary Journal
Technical articles from past issues.
http://www.lapidaryjournal.com
Metalwerx
A unique gallery, community studio and school in Massachusetts that offers a friendly atmosphere, small classes, and personal attention.
http://www.metalwerx.com
Florida Society of Goldsmiths
A not for profit organization created by metalsmiths to aid and support other metalsmiths. Membership not limited to residents of Florida.
http://www.fsg4u.com/
Metalcyberspace
The site for news, people and events relating to metals
http://www.metalcyberspace.com
Society for American Silversmiths - Career Center
The Career Center offers employers and job seekers an easy-to-use and highly targeted resource for online employment connections in the metal arts field.
http://www.silversmithing.com/jobs.htm
Chicago Metal Arts Guild
Provides information, education, and support for Chicago area metal artists and promotes the appreciation of metalwork as an art form.
http://www.chicagometalartsguild.org
Charles Lewton-Brain
A link to over 600 pages of everything you always wanted to know about metalsmithing. Along with bench tips and safety information.
http://brainpress.com/Ganoksin.html#Articles
Walker Metalsmith
Providing how-to information about metal repair and restoration.
http://walkermetalsmith.com/repairing_metalware.htm
Michigan Silversmiths Guild
http://misilversmith.org
JewelryInTheNet
Jewelry Design Competition
Tanim, Contemporary Jewelry Guild of Thailand
Supports the culture and knowledge of studio jewelry and metalsmithing in Thailand.
http://www.tanimpimpaporn.com/index.php
Mesothelioma Life Expectancy
Metalsmiths have a heightened risk of exposure to asbestos, which is the main cause of Mesothelioma. http://www.pleuralmesothelioma.com
Mesothelioma & Asbestos Awareness Center
Information about exposure to asbestos.
www.maacenter.org/mesothelioma/
COMPANIES OF INTEREST:
Hauser and Miller ( METAL Inclinations sponsor)
Fabricated metals and refining service
http://www.hauserandmiller.com/
Pasternak Findings ( METAL Inclinations sponsor)
http://www.pasternakfindings.com/
Rio Grande ( METAL Inclinations award sponsor)
One of the most complete suppliers to the jewelry business to the world.
http://riogrande.com/
Juried Art Services ( METAL Inclinations supporter)
The world's first and most advanced Digital Jurying TM and application system. https://www.juriedartservices.com/index.php?
Access Arts' ArtDeadline.Com The art world's source for income and exhibition news. A searchable database and magazine that lists local, national and international juried exhibitions, competitions, grants, art jobs, percent-for-arts, art in public RFP's, festivals, residencies, internships, & much more... Also see comprehensive artist support and representation services.
A Grain of Sand
A complete online resource for the bead and jewel artisan.
http://www.agrainofsand.com
The Contenti Company
A supplier of jewelry tools and equipment with a comprehensive website.
http://www.contenti.com
Titanium Bar
Rectangular, hexagon, and other shapes of titanium bar available at great prices.
http://www.titaniummetalsupply.com
Jewelry Design Photo Gallery - JewelryArtists.org
A free online photo gallery and community for Jewelry Design.
http://www.JewelryArtists.org
Western Titanium
Titanium round bar, plate,rectangles, billets, and various additional shapes. http://www.westerntitanium.com
The Gramophone - St. Louis
An artist-focused music venue, in the Grove area of St. Louis. Hosted the SMM Metal Inclinations Exhibition's Kick_Off Party.
http://www.thegramophonelive.com
Rings & Things
Over 18,000 wholesale beads, findings & other jewelry-making supplies.
http://www.rings-things.com
Zoomerang
I use Zoomerang online surveys
http://www.zoomerang.com
Making Jewelry Supplies
http://makingjewelrysupplies.com
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