See IAC President and Founder Lisa Koenigsberg’s recent article, "Multiple Modernities," in American Fine Art Magazine. To read the full article, visit: https://www.americanfineartmagazine.com/issues/69
Reposting for our colleagues at JVC who have been hard at work on comments for revisions to the FTC Green Guides.
Each summer, Initiatives in Art and Culture’s Gold + Diamond Conference dedicates several days to responsible practice within the gem and jewelry industries. Lisa Koenigsberg, IAC’s president, explains how 2023’s Conference will consider—among other topics— how individual goals can be met while working for an acceptable value system. Deeply grateful to have had the opportunity to contribute to the Spring 2023 issue Gems & Jewellery
Join IAC for an extraordinary exploration of the Arts & Crafts Movement and its ongoing expression in Detroit and environs. Register here.
The last Saturday of the month, April 29th, is International Sculpture Day (ISDAY)! In honor of this day, IAC highlights three American women sculptors: Ruth Asawa, Simone Leigh, and Rose B. Simpson.
What is a diamond? "The diamond has been always esteemed the rarest stone, and the most precious of all: among the ancients it was called the stone of reconciliation."— Lewis Vertoman Both beautiful and rare, diamonds have been an eternal focus of fascination (see Jack Ogden’s Diamonds: An Early History of the King of Gems). For a visual tour de force, explore the Natural Diamond
Had such a wonderful day at Marchmont House in Scotland celebrating the opening of the Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop. Grateful to have been able to keynote the day with a talk entitled "The Power of Craft in a Transformational Age: How Previous Movements Inform the Future of Culture," and to tour the new The Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop. Additionally special was seeing old friends, among them Ebba
Supporting Lisa's Koenigsberg's extraordinary mother whose work will be shown along with that of five other artists at a group show at Space Galleries in Denver, CO. Seven pieces of Koenigsberg's work will be on exhibit, March 16 - April 15, 2023. Nancy Koenigsberg is a full time artist and maintains a studio in NYC. Her work uses a variety of textile techniques – weaving,
IAC’s Lisa Koenigsberg recently had the opportunity to be a guest on Sharon Berman’s (@artsandjewelry) Jewelry Journey podcast, "From Antique to Art." Among the topics discussed were: what jewelry can tell us about the aesthetics and values of a particular era, why sustainability in the jewelry industry is essential and why the definition of “sustainable” is much broader than we might think, why maintaining purpose
Happy to have been able to attend the 2023 GEM Awards in New York City! The GEM Awards aims to raise the visibility of the fine jewelry and watch industry by honoring the work of leaders, creators and luminaries.
Delighted to have attended the JVC's annual Luncheon Event to connect with like-minded members of the jewelry community and listen to JVC’s announcements of several new initiatives to support the industry’s success into 2023 and beyond.
IAC's founder and president, Lisa Koenigsberg, has published an article in American Fine Arts Magazine derived from the proceedings of the 2022 American Art Conference, Cut, Cast, Carved and Coupled: Perspectives on Women in American Art. To read the full article, visit: https://www.americanfineartmagazine.com/issues To watch individual sessions from our 27th Annual American Art Conference visit: https://artinitiatives.com/cut-cast-carved-and-coupled-iacs-27th-annual-american-art-conference/ Mark your calendars for IAC’s 28th Annual American Art
Florine Stettheimer (1871 – 1944) is an American artist best known for her four monumental and symbolic works featuring what she considered New York City's "Cathedrals": Broadway, Wall Street, Fifth Avenue, and the Metropolitan Museum. An American modernist, Stettheimer was a feminist, theatrical designer, poet, and salonnière. Her fanciful theatrical painting style was characterized by a striking palette and often included depictions of her friends
Throughout Black History Month, IAC examines the relationship between power, race, and representation from various perspectives. How institutions of art and academics respond to social justice is a crucial part of the equation, in addition to grassroots efforts. In this instance, IAC explores the history and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s connection to Oberlin College and the surrounding community. We are hoping that
At Marchmont House, Greenlaw, Scottish Borders, 24 – 26 March 2023, join fellow silversmiths, collectors, curators, and industry VIPs for a special event celebrating the opening of The Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop.
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