Creative Innovation Award
Sponsored by Weston Beamor
We welcome back Weston Beamor as Named Award Patrons to this ever-popular competition category, where entries that demonstrate innovation in creative design and/or manufacture are recognised.
This year, entrants will be able to select Creative Innovation (CI) through the online application process, where all entries will be considered for the attention of the judging panel.
Requirements:
Entrants to this section MUST identify and list ALL methods, techniques and appropriate technologies employed in the manufacture of their entry.
Judges will be looking for
Originality, creativity and concept
Technical challenge and achievement - a proficient and clever or inventive use of tools, equipment, machinery and/or technology in a different, challenging or ground-breaking manner that informs the overall design of the piece.
Competent use of tools and materials
Quality of construction & standard of finish
Appropriate manufacturing techniques
Practical and functional features
Your online entry must include the following
A 200-word (maximum) description, highlighting details of your submission
Weston Beamor has been casting precious metals since 1947. Working with a broad spectrum of customers for over 75 years has made Weston Beamor one of the most respected and trusted names in the jewellery industry.
Along with being the first UK jewellery manufacturer to gain Fairtrade certification, they are also industry leaders in high resolution 3D printing, first investing in the technology in 2001. They also have a highly skilled team of CAD designers, goldsmiths and diamond setters creating beautiful bespoke pieces to client’s specifications.
11 Jan 2026
Online Entry Form Submission Deadline
13 - 14 Jan 2026
Entry submission @
The Goldsmiths’ Centre
EC1M 5AD
9th Mar 2026
Awards Ceremony @
The Merchant Taylors' Hall,
EC2R 8JB
23 - 27 Mar 2026
Awards Exhibition & Events @
The Birmingham Assay Office
B1 3AX
1 July - 10 Sept 2026
Awards Exhibition & Events @
The Goldsmiths’ Centre
EC1M 5AD
