About me:
FSG.. a 501(c) 3 non profit organization created by metalsmiths to aid and support other metalsmiths through meetings, publicity, workshops, and exhibitions. Contributions are tax deductible to the limits the law will allow.
FSG.. members are primarily active metalsmiths. There are no geographic restrictions or limits to kinds of metals employed. Members' work runs the gamut from platinum and gold to iron and tin.
FSG.. has five chapters in the state of Florida and a large membership outside the state.
FSG.. desires to broaden public awareness and appreciation of fine quality handcrafted metal pieces.
FSG.. publishes a newsletter four times annually to inform the members about activities and pertinent metals information.
FSG.. was formed in 1984 to provide metalsmiths with opportunities for education and information exchange about materials sources and sales outlets.
FSG.. presents workshops under the guidance of qualified metalsmiths.
FSG.. makes available to its members:
Lectures, monthly meetings
Shows, exhibits, workshops
Video library, slides
Lending library, books periodicals
Technical information
World renowned metalsmiths
National and statewide affiliations
Memberships at large
Classes are available in begining and advanced metalwork, handmade findings, wire work, soldering, stone setting, precious metal clay, enameling, forming & forging, keum boo, design, low-tech casting, rotary tools, found objects jewelry, bead stringing and more.
Who I'd like to meet: Anyone who is interested in metal smithing.
Come to the monthly meetings to see step-by-step technique demonstrations, share you recent projects and find out about local classes, tools, books, shows, suppliers, calls for entries, and regional workshops.
Florida Society of Goldsmiths's Friend Space (Randomized)
Pensacola Florida Society of Goldsmiths would like to invite you to join us for our next meeting! We are a group of jewelers devoted to educating and sharing techniques. We are comprised of all skill levels.
Join us! Oct.8th at 6:30p.m. Tamara Prudhome's House 2810 Belle Christian Circle Pensacola, FL
Emerald Coast Bead Society Annual Holiday Show, Pensacola The Emerald Coast Bead Society would like to Present our Annual Holiday Show
December 1, 2007 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Wright Place, 80 East Wright Street, Downtown, Pensacola, FL
The Emerald Coast Bead Society presents their annual Holiday Show December 1, 2007 at The Wright Place. Admission is Free. Items to be featured are glass, lamp work and dichroic beads, findings, finished jewelry, batik clothing and articles, macrame items, wire-wrapped jewelry, soft-sculpture dolls, purses, decorated gourds, pottery, paintings and other artwork all made by the members of the Emerald Coast Bead Society. Come check out the excellent variety of beads and gifts available for your selection.
Get your Christmas Shopping Done! Come out and See us a few of us will have our work on display this Saturday.
Hey Stephanie. :) Glad to see that you've started a myspace page for the FSG. It's looking great.
I know I already said it, but I have to say it again. Of all the jewelry I saw lastnight at Gallery Night, the jewelry of the FSG members was by far the best!
BTW, congrats again on the baby. I know that you and Burton will be wonderful parents. What a lucky kid. ;)
