The project “THE FUTURE IS OUR JEWEL” brings together 6 partner schools around a common formation in the creation of jewellery, but whose cultural, heritage and professional histories are multiple. For the second year of the Future is our Jewel, our students focused on the topics: air and the present; the pivotal themes for the […]
As part of our ongoing collaboration with the Parlement Lycéen Européen, we launched an international jewellery exhibition at our London campus in November 2020. The exhibition showcased jewellery made for PLE’s annual jewellery design initiative. Jewellery by five BAJ students was on display along with jewellery made by students from PLE partner schools across Europe. […]
The British Academy of Jewellery collaborated in 2020 with top London-based jewellery brand Alighieri on a design competition for BAJ’s students. The competition’s brief challenged students to design jewellery pieces inspired by the opening lines of Dante Alighieri’s epic poem, The Divine Comedy: “In the middle of the journey of life,I found myself in a […]
In recognition of the efforts made by the medical community during the health crisis, we are united to show our support for ‘NHS Charities Together,’ a membership organisation representing, supporting and championing NHS Charities. The British Academy of Jewellery launched its Pins of Praise design competition in support of NHS staff and volunteers working to […]
Munich Jewellery Week is one of the world’s most important events for the contemporary jewellery industry. BAJ’s Sofie Boons attended the 2023 event this March to see what’s next for jewellery and get inspired. Here is her diary of a jewellery-packed week in Germany. Reflections by Sofie Boons Munich Jewellery Week Day 1 Even though […]
British Academy of Jewellery Apprenticeship graduate Megan Rigby creates intricately detailed and precise engravings at Rebus Signet Rings. Megan has won her five Goldsmiths’ Craft and Design Council awards in a row, with three gold awards for her work. We chatted with Megan about her experience as a BAJ apprentice and her flourishing career as […]
British Academy of Jewellery is delighted to announce that it has partnered with supplier of precious metals, jewellery components and tools Cooksongold. The BAJ x Cooksongold partnership will include a range of future-facing interactive activities and contests for BAJ students at various levels of study to provide them with valuable industry experience. Cooksongold offers groundbreaking […]
Many creative courses require prospective students to submit a portfolio of their work as part of their application. This helps the institute to gauge the applicant’s skill level and see whether or not they will be able to excel on their chosen course. Putting together your first portfolio can be daunting but it is really […]
Alexi completed BAJ’s Jewellery Fundamentals Level 3 Diploma and Jewellery Design and Manufacturing Diploma, Level 4 in London. We chat with Alexi about running a jewellery brand, BAJ memories, and the future. Your jewellery was recently featured in iconic fashion and culture magazine The Face, how did that come about? Whilst most things happen online […]
https://www.podbean.com/media/player/multi?playlist=http%3A%2F%2Fplaylist.podbean.com%2F7904119%2Fplaylist_multi.xml&vjs=1&size=430&skin=2&episode_list_bg=%23ffffff&bg_left=%23CBC6C6&bg_mid=%23CBC6C6&bg_right=%23CBC6C6&podcast_title_color=%23020000&episode_title_color=%23000000&auto=0&share=1&fonts=Helvetica&download=1&rtl=0&show_playlist_recent_number=10 Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts With the second series of the BBC’s popular jewellery competition ‘All That Glitters’ only recently crowning its second winner, Sofie catches up with our very own BAJ graduate Tianne Louise-Simmons. They discuss what it was like to take part in the show, and what Tianne has in […]
https://www.podbean.com/media/player/multi?playlist=http%3A%2F%2Fplaylist.podbean.com%2F7904119%2Fplaylist_multi.xml&vjs=1&size=430&skin=2&episode_list_bg=%23ffffff&bg_left=%23CBC6C6&bg_mid=%23CBC6C6&bg_right=%23CBC6C6&podcast_title_color=%23020000&episode_title_color=%23000000&auto=0&share=1&fonts=Helvetica&download=1&rtl=0&show_playlist_recent_number=10 Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts In this episode, Sofie speaks with Professor Ioannis Michaloudis about his research career investigating the application of the NASA-created material Aerogel in design, his creative work and his collaboration with Boucheron. Prof. Ioannis Michaloudis is a visual artist, researcher and academic, internationally acknowledged as a leader in […]
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https://www.podbean.com/media/player/multi?playlist=http%3A%2F%2Fplaylist.podbean.com%2F7904119%2Fplaylist_multi.xml&vjs=1&size=430&skin=2&episode_list_bg=%23ffffff&bg_left=%23CBC6C6&bg_mid=%23CBC6C6&bg_right=%23CBC6C6&podcast_title_color=%23020000&episode_title_color=%23000000&auto=0&share=1&fonts=Helvetica&download=1&rtl=0&show_playlist_recent_number=10 Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts A special edition episode featuring the plenary speakers of the ACJ ‘Beyond Silver’ Conference Dr. Jivan Astfalck and Professor Theo Smeets. A discussion about the key themes of the conference, the field and the subject of jewellery. Dr. Jivan Astfalck is Professor of Jewellery Art and Design […]
https://www.podbean.com/media/player/multi?playlist=http%3A%2F%2Fplaylist.podbean.com%2F7904119%2Fplaylist_multi.xml&vjs=1&size=430&skin=2&episode_list_bg=%23ffffff&bg_left=%23CBC6C6&bg_mid=%23CBC6C6&bg_right=%23CBC6C6&podcast_title_color=%23020000&episode_title_color=%23000000&auto=0&share=1&fonts=Helvetica&download=1&rtl=0&show_playlist_recent_number=10 Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts A special edition episode recorded during the conference ‘Beyond Silver’ of the Association for Contemporary Jewellery. A discussion on the theme of the conference, the impact of conferences, the state of play in the field, the major challenges and opportunities and where we go from here, featuring […]
https://www.podbean.com/media/player/multi?playlist=http%3A%2F%2Fplaylist.podbean.com%2F7904119%2Fplaylist_multi.xml&vjs=1&size=430&skin=2&episode_list_bg=%23ffffff&bg_left=%23CBC6C6&bg_mid=%23CBC6C6&bg_right=%23CBC6C6&podcast_title_color=%23020000&episode_title_color=%23000000&auto=0&share=1&fonts=Helvetica&download=1&rtl=0&show_playlist_recent_number=10 Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts A conversation with Anthony Wong, a director of the Association for Contemporary Jewellery, on the association’s 25th Anniversary events and the benefits and support for members. The Association for Contemporary Jewellery (ACJ)Contemporary jewellery is one of the most dynamic and innovative areas of 21st-century craft and design, […]
Wondered how iconic London-based jeweller Theo Fennell rose to the top of the UK jewellery industry and how you could too? Read on to find out in his own words. BAJ:What is your advice for jewellery students looking to excel in jewellery? Theo Fennell: You must have a passion for jewellery, so immerse yourself in […]
https://www.podbean.com/media/player/multi?playlist=http%3A%2F%2Fplaylist.podbean.com%2F7904119%2Fplaylist_multi.xml&vjs=1&size=430&skin=2&episode_list_bg=%23ffffff&bg_left=%23CBC6C6&bg_mid=%23CBC6C6&bg_right=%23CBC6C6&podcast_title_color=%23020000&episode_title_color=%23000000&auto=0&share=1&fonts=Helvetica&download=1&rtl=0&show_playlist_recent_number=10 Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts A conversation with Jonathan Boyd, a multi-award winning Artist and Jeweller working with a variety of materials, specialising in conceptual and narrative-led jewellery and objects. Jonathan is the Reader in Jewellery as well as the Head of Programme in Jewellery and Metal (Acting) at the Royal College […]
https://www.podbean.com/media/player/multi?playlist=http%3A%2F%2Fplaylist.podbean.com%2F7904119%2Fplaylist_multi.xml&vjs=1&size=430&skin=2&episode_list_bg=%23ffffff&bg_left=%23CBC6C6&bg_mid=%23CBC6C6&bg_right=%23CBC6C6&podcast_title_color=%23020000&episode_title_color=%23000000&auto=0&share=1&fonts=Helvetica&download=1&rtl=0&show_playlist_recent_number=10 Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts A conversation with the four powerhouses (Lynn Speake, Lucy Spink, Juan Riusech, Spam Glam) behind Precious Collective, a collective with over 300 members from around the world, who organises exhibitions, charitable calls and much more. Precious Collective was formed to celebrate Art Jewellery; showcasing this art form […]
Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts A conversation with Saskia Govaerts, one of the female founders of the Antwerp based jewellery label Studio Collect, about running a label as a team, working with retailers and more. After graduating from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp, Hermien, Saskia, Magaly and Hannah decided to […]
https://www.podbean.com/media/player/multi?playlist=http%3A%2F%2Fplaylist.podbean.com%2F7904119%2Fplaylist_multi.xml&vjs=1&size=430&skin=2&episode_list_bg=%23ffffff&bg_left=%23CBC6C6&bg_mid=%23CBC6C6&bg_right=%23CBC6C6&podcast_title_color=%23020000&episode_title_color=%23000000&auto=0&share=1&fonts=Helvetica&download=1&rtl=0&show_playlist_recent_number=10 Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts A conversation with Saskia Govaerts, one of the female founders of the Antwerp based jewellery label Studio Collect, about running a label as a team, working with retailers and more. After graduating from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp, Hermien, Saskia, Magaly and Hannah decided […]
In the latest instalment of our Graduate Stories series, we catch up with BAJ Jewellery Design and Manufacturing Diploma alumna Genevieve Schwartz who has just launched her eponymous brand.
ou can use a wide range of jewellery making techniques to create inspiring pieces that transform and evolve. From multifunctional jewellery to intricate pieces that can be opened or collapsed, transforming jewellery is an exciting field to explore. Here, you can find out more about jewellery techniques you can use to make your own magical […]
While studying at BAJ, Jewellery Fundamentals student Yvonne Oshodi runs her own jewellery brand Maeve Hardware, a Nigerian-British brand with bold pieces that aim to embody female power with a hint of masculinity. Recently, Maeve Hardware was featured in Vogue Arabia and showcased as part of Elle magazine’s “60 New Black Businesses to Follow.” In […]
Jewellery made by British Academy of Jewellery students is currently touring Europe. Students’ designs have been featured in international exhibitions as part of the multi-year Erasmus Student Network programme we are participating in titled ‘The Future is our Jewel’. Previously, at the beginning of the year, a group of BAJ Erasmus students visited several jewellery schools in […]
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