Goldsmiths’ Fair announces new events

The Goldsmiths’ Fair has announced it will be back with a “fresh new look, a raft of exhibitors and a star-studded events programme”. Organisers have revealed details of more than 30 special events, including paid-for breakfast talks and free ‘In Conversation’ drop-in sessions. The programme comes in addition to Zaha Hadid Selects – where the noted architect will showcase her highlights from this year’s fair. ‘In-Conversations’ drop-in talks will take place every afternoon and will be free to attend with a Goldsmiths’ Fair ticket. During the talk a leading craft and design expert will interview one or more of the exhibitors on display. Topics will include ideas and inspiration, the design process, materials, technical challenges and the wearing of jewellery. The Goldsmith’ Company’s David Mills said: “We are delighted to have attracted such illustrious and passionate speakers to take part in this, Goldsmiths’ Fair’s first ever events programme. The more information we can share about design, materials and techniques, the more we can inspire visitors to buy and commission at the Fair.” Each day of the Fair will begin with a breakfast talk given by a well known figure in jewellery, silver or contemporary design. The talks will cost £20 including continental breakfast and one week’s entry to the fair. Highlights include: Gallery founder Lesley Craze MBE sharing insights from her 30 years in the world of contemporary jewellery. Jewellery expert and Antiques Roadshow specialist Joanna Hardy on jewellery’s journey from the 1960s to the present day British Silver Week Chairman, Gordon Hamme, giving an insider’s guide to buying and commissioning contemporary silver Jewellery historian and curator Dr Beatriz Chadour-Sampson on changing fashions in pearls Gallerist Louisa Guinness on jewellery designed by iconic artists from Picasso to Anish Kapoor The deputy warden of the Goldsmiths’ Company Assay Office, Dr Robert Organ, on fakes, forgeries and hallmarking. Craft and design journalist Corinne Julius on commissioning contemporary silver and jewellery at Goldsmiths’ Fair

Goldsmiths’ Fair announces new events

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