In December 2020, City of Glasgow College launched an exciting jewellery design competition for secondary school pupils across Scotland based around the theme #climateemergency. The competition challenged the students who took part to consider the environmental theme to create a pendant that incorporated their interpretation of the threat of climate change on the world. COGC are thrilled to announce the winners of this exciting competition.
Read MoreHayley Irving graduated from Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design in 2020 with a degree in Jewellery and Metal Design. Hayley’s work is inspired by her life growing up in Possilpark, Glasgow, drawing on the derelict buildings and graffiti she passed on her walks to and from school. Her work incorporates materials such as wood, resin, jesmonite and stones recycled from old costume jewellery to create a variety of bold colourful pieces.
Read MoreTake part in Fashion Revolution Week, happening 19-25th April. Join the #imadeyourjewellery campaign by downloading the I Made Your Jewellery poster here and share a photo of yourself to promote sustainable hand making and local economies.
Read MoreWe are delighted to announce the return of Elements: Festival of Jewellery, Silver and Gold for its seventh year in 2021. This years’ event will operate in a ‘blended’ style of online and in-person events, including a new Elements e-commerce platform the months of September-November, pop-up selling events, an exhibition, workshops and talks.
Read MoreAfter many months of planning we are very excited to launch our new website where you will find information about who we are, our projects, opportunities, events and history.
Read MoreThe Scottish Goldsmiths Trust has partnered with The Royal College of Art on an exciting new piece of research investigating how ethical gold certification schemes and jewellery and watch industry initiatives interact with government policies in Scotland, the UK, and the EU.
Read MoreMichelle Currie is currently Artist in Residence at The Glasgow School of Art Silversmithing and Jewellery Department after graduating with a First-Class Honours Degree in Silversmithing and Jewellery Design in 2020. Her unique practice combines traditional Silversmithing techniques with a love of Science and Astronomy.
Read MoreIn the second of our guest blogs, Sarah Rothwell, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Design at National Museums Scotland, shares the story of the continued relationship between National Museums Scotland and the P&O Makower Trust, featuring Jessica Jue and Hazel Thorn.
Read MoreIn the first of our guest blogs, Sarah Rothwell, Curator of Modern & Contemporary Design at National Museums Scotland, shares the story of the relationship between National Museums Scotland and the P&O Makower Trust through their first commission created by Hamish Dobbie.
Read MoreIn the first of our career pathway stories, we chat with Jenna Watson, graduate of Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design and Goldsmith at Hamilton & Inches to discover the journey that inspired her career as a maker.
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