Jewelry Journey Podcast

What you'll learn in this episode: What resources Valerie used to teach herself jewelry making. What sacred geometry is, and how it influences Valerie's work. The process behind creating "The Gauntlet," a bracelet featuring stunning Queensland black boulder opals. How jewelry is similar to architecture.   About Valerie Jo Coulson Valerie Jo Coulson is an American designer whose brand is strongly d...

What you'll learn in this episode: What art jewelry is and how it differs from artist's jewelry. Why the boundaries between jewelry and other art and design disciplines are breaking down. How the breaking down of boundaries is changing how jewelry is purchased, collected and exhibited. How Art Jewelry Forum got started and what its plans are for the future. About Susan Cummins: Susan Cummins has b...

What you'll learn in this episode: What jewelry literacy is, and why it is important. How Karen curated her collection of vintage jewelry and jewelry books. How stylists and costume designers work with jewelry archivists. How The Jewelry Library is continuing its programming online. What to expect from The Jewelry Library in the future. About Karen Davidov: Karen Davidov is an independent art and...

What you'll learn in this episode: How Kentshire Galleries has adapted over the years and continues to modernize its brand. Why digital marketing is the key to preserving interest in vintage jewelry. How to get young people to connect with antique jewelry, even if they can't afford it (yet). Why retail shopping will never go back to the way it was pre-pandemic. Why style, rather than stone quality...

What you'll learn in this episode: Why Adi uses unusual materials and printing processes in her work. How jewelry, fashion and art intersect and inspire one another.  How Adi scored a partnership with El Al Airlines and what techniques she uses to promote her work. About Adi Raffeld Podhorzer: Adi is an Israeli fashion designer and owner of the boutique brand ADI RAFFELD PODHORZER, which operates...

What you'll learn in this episode: An insider's look into Cara Croninger's innovative work and process.   How Cara's color creations makes her pieces unique.   The impact of Robert Lee Morris and Cara Croninger's relationship.   How The Clocktower in New York helped influence artists such as Cara.   Saudia's plans to carry on her mother's legacy with Lisa M. Berman .   About Saudia Young and Cara...

 What you'll learn in this episode: How the Association for the Study of Jewelry and Related Arts was formed, and why ASJRA started its annual conference. The impetus behind this year's theme, Jewelry in America. An overview of conference speakers and what topics they'll be covering.   About Elyse Karlin: Elyse Zorn Karlin is the co-director of the Association for the Study of Jewelry and Related...

What you'll learn in this episode: How Robert transitioned from working in the restaurant industry to creating unique pieces of costume jewelry. Why "costume jewelry" shouldn't be considered a pejorative term. What clients are usually looking for when they ask Robert to design for them. About Robert Sorrell: Robert Sorrell is the founder of Sorrell Originals which creates original, one-of-a-kind c...

What you'll learn in this episode: How and why Shenkar's Department of Jewelry Design was founded. Why Shenkar is on the cutting-edge of jewelry design and innovation education. The unique classes Shenkar offers to students. How Shenkar prepares students for careers in the jewelry design field. About Uri Samet: Uri Samet is the co-founder of the Alice Gottesman Jewelry Design Department at Shenkar...

What you'll learn in this episode: How Tel Aviv became Israel's fashion and jewelry hotspot. Why Israeli jewelry design has become more individualistic over the last decade. Shopping tips for visitors in Tel Aviv. Top Israeli jewelry designers to watch. About Galit Reismann: Israeli tastemaker, entrepreneur, curator and fashion-content expert Galit Reismann decided to combine her passion for fashi...

What you'll learn in this episode: How Museum of Design and Fashion (MUDE) in Lisbon created an international fashion and jewelry collection with a strong focus on Portuguese design. How MUDE was founded, and what to expect when it reopens in 2021. The history of gold in Portugal, and how contemporary designers are reimagining this tradition. About Bárbara Coutinho: Bárbara Coutinho has been the d...

What you'll learn in this episode: What Boivin starfish brooches are, and why they are so sought after. The history of the House of Boivin and the socialites who wore its jewelry. Why the world of haute couture jewelry is notoriously secretive. Why rare, fine jewelry often goes out of sight for decades at a time.   About Cherie Burns: Cherie Burns is the author of "Diving for Starfish—The Jeweler,...

What you'll learn in this episode: The best French museums and stores to visit and learn about jewelry. How French and American jewelry and fashion designers have influenced each other. Which Paris flea markets are best to shop for unique jewelry and French furniture. How Rachel helps collectors go behind the scenes of Paris' jewelry landscape.  About Rachel Kaplan: Rachel Kaplan is the owner of F...

What you'll learn in this episode: What parameters to consider when deciding how to catalogue a collection. How Rebekah came to work exclusively in steel. Why cataloguing jewelry is so important in telling its story. Digital and analogue strategies for cataloguing your collection.  About Rebekah Frank: Rebekah Frank is a jewelry artist and metalsmith whose chosen material is steel, a fascination d...

What you'll learn in this episode: How Diana's training in graphic design led to a career as a goldsmith. How Diana and Hanan Emquies came to found Emquies-Holstein and the type of jewelry they create. How the Goldsmiths' Guild helps connect and promote the work of Danish goldsmiths. What Goldsmiths' Guild's City of Jewellery event entails.  About Diana Holstein: Diana Holstein has worked as a des...

What you'll learn in this episode: The differences between a retail business and a private studio. How to work with your clients to create custom pieces and keep them coming back.  Advice for opening your own retail space. Trends younger customers are seeking out. About Whitney Abrams:  Whitney Abrams' high karat gold creations are a reflection of her love of the Renaissance aesthetic and her admi...

What you'll learn in this episode: The meaning behind Patina and how the gallery was established. Why Allison decided to focus on contemporary jewelry. How the gallery's geographic location influences who and what they show. What role Allison plays in finding the bridge between the artist and the collector. Trends and changes in the art jewelry market over the decades. About Allison Barnett: Allis...

What you'll learn in this episode: How Galerie MiniMasterpiece works with artists and designers to create and showcase small scale wearable art. The renowned artists and designers Esther has worked with and the pieces they have created. How the avant-garde jewelry scene in Paris has begun to grow in international profile. Why American women are seen as more free in their style choices compared to...

What you'll learn in this episode: How Lang Antique & Estate Jewelry became the go-to restorer and seller of antique and vintage engagement diamond rings. How the term "vintage" has changed over the time. How customer tastes have evolved toward socially responsible jewelry. How Lang's Antique Jewelry University originally started as a wiki database devoted to jewelry history and has since become a...

What you'll learn in this episode: Defining "sentimental" jewelry—including pieces that honor relationships between lovers as well as family relationships. What lover's eye jewelry is, and how it became fashionable in the 18th century. The different styles of mourning jewelry. Sarah's process for making jewelry and how her interest in mourning and sentimental jewelry influences it. How to use mode...

What you'll learn in this episode: Why jewelry collectors should pay attention to costume jewelry. How costume jewelry can be a way to boldly express yourself and your unique style. Why Costume Jewelry Collectors International (CJCI) was founded. The resources CJCI provides to members across fifteen countries. What exciting speakers, events and sponsors attendees can anticipate for the October 23-...

What you'll learn in this episode: How Nonie views a curator's role within a museum. Origins of the Arts & Crafts movement and major players. Why the Arts and Crafts Movement didn't have a particular artistic style. Why MFA is focused on showing Arts and Crafts pieces from all of the Americas in its collection. Overview of the "Boston Made: Arts and Crafts Jewelry and Metalwork" exhibit. About "Bo...

What you'll learn in this episode: What role the King Tut exhibition played in sparking Stefanie's desire to learn goldsmithing. How the jeweler apprenticeship system works in Germany. How famed glassmaker and jeweler René Lalique's complex relationships with the women in his life played a major role in his jewelry designs. The history behind The Met's catalogue and exhibit "The Silver Caesars: A...

What you'll learn in this episode: Why Vintage Meet Modern was created. How Vintage Meet Modern defines the term "vintage." How Vintage Meet Modern works with clients to bring style and glamour to their everyday wardrobe. How jewelry can help build self-confidence. Why the role vintage jewelry plays in modern fashion will continue to grow. About Veronica Staudt Veronica Staudt is the founder of Vi...

What you'll learn in this episode: How eyeglasses-as-fashion has exploded in recent years. Why wearers have shifted from owning one pair to multiple pairs. How Julia finds new designers to carry and showcase. Why "wardrobing eyewear" is a growing trend based on the immense spectrum of choices available. Julia Gogosha is the founder and owner of Gogosha Optique, a high-end, service-and design-drive...