Elizabeth Jane Campbell- Colour Clash Brooch
s.17 Enamelling
Any design-led enamelled jewellery, objects and silversmithing using traditional/or non-traditional enamelling techniques may be submitted.
Entries will be primarily judged on creative ideas and design merit, with due consideration given to the standard of craftsmanship.
All entrants in the enamelling sections (17 & 27) are also encouraged to consider applying for the Phil Barnes Enamelling Bursary as a part of their entry. Please see below for more information.
Where applicable, if entries contain elements of engraved work entrants are encouraged to also enter their work in the craft section: s.29 Engravers.
Entry Form Requirements
There will be placeholders on the entry form for you to explain your design concept and the tools or techniques / processes that you have used. We encourage entrants to use these placeholders wisely. The information you provide will be ensure that judges can make informed decisions.
The placeholders are:
- Material information: Materials used to produce the piece/s. (Max 150 words)
- Processes used to produce the piece/s: It is important that you write down all the techniques you have used to make your piece and especially whether any elements are created using technology. This will be used in the judging process and you may be at a disadvantage if it is unclear how the piece was made. (Max 150 words)
In addition, if another craftsperson helped to finish / create your entry (i.e. polishing / setting) they may enter your piece as a separate entry under the relevant craft section (i.e s.20 Polishers) This is a great way to champion the crafts and the collaborative nature of our industry!
Yuling Ouyang - Meaning of Landscape -Summer
Tomiko Ravn - Iris Flower Brooch
Recipient of The Phil Barnes Bursary 2020/21
The Phil Barnes Enamelling Bursary
This bursary provides an excellent incentive for all aspiring enamellers to participate in the competition. Everyone who enters work into either of the enamelling sections will be able to apply for the bursary, which offers a marvellous opportunity to learn alongside a master enameller.
This annual bursary has been established in memory of master enameller Phil Barnes by his wife Linda. Phil was a lifetime entrant to the competition during his long and illustrious career, promoting and encouraging the highest standards of traditional enamelling skills and techniques. This bursary and legacy will positively support the next generation of enamellers by offering some workshop experience with an established master enameller.
Who can apply?
Entries for this bursary will be considered from both the enamelling sections using the following rationale/criteria:
- It is specifically for the development and advancement of enamelling technical skills through workshop experience with an established/experienced enameller
- The bursary will be open to any entrant showing promise in their competition submission/s, and this doesn’t have to be a Gold, Silver or Bronze winner
- There is no age restriction
How to apply
Entrants will need to provide a brief statement, maximum 50 words, about how the bursary will enhance their enamelling practice and state their preferred technique (placeholder provided on the entry form).
09 Jan
Online entry deadline (for ALL entries)
25-27 Jan
All 3D entries submission / post-in days @ Goldsmiths' Centre, London
28 Feb
Awards Ceremony @ The Goldsmiths' Hall, London
09-11 Mar
Collection & post-back of entries; The Goldsmiths' Centre, London
