Jatayu: Spring Zing Jewelry Contest 2008

Spring Zing Jewelry Contest 2008

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Contest Results - with comments by our judge, Jonna Faulkner.

1st Place - Entry 027 - Shaina Houser
In a contest with many wonderful entries, this ring just stood out from the rest. It is utterly original. It is sophisticated in design, execution and use of materials, yet playful at its heart. Even before I read its maker's note, it reminded me of the round-abouts on the asphalt playgrounds of my childhood.

2nd Place - Entry 002 - Lynn Ballinger
Each element of this beautifully crafted bracelet is pleasing to the eye, yet the sum of the whole is greater even than its parts. Its design, with its suggestion of a bodice, reminds me of a piece that might be worn in ancient times. The materials chosen and the way they have been worked exude warmth and desirability.

3rd Place - Entry 035 - Linda Inhelder
This highly textured bracelet incorporates familiar elements (the spiral, twining, crystals) combined in unusual ways. The way the elements flow out of one another is very appealing. Altogether, lovely in its design and execution.

Honorable Mentions:

Entry 004 - Deryn Mentock
Great use of materials and position of elements in this techno-romantic necklace.

Entry 040 - Gwen Youngblood
Beautifully forged chain brings to full completion the design of this necklace.

Entry 047 - Janet Scofidio
Great style and composition in this well-crafted bracelet.

I offer my special thanks to Jonna Faulkner, the judge of this contest,
for taking her time and applying years of jewelry making experience to make her decisions. I also want to thank all of you who participated in the contest! I am appreciative of the creative work you did along with how much care you took in presenting your jewelry. We will be creating a permanent gallery section on Jatayu for entries of the Spring Zing contest. Of course, we hve tried to seek your permission before displaying your jewelry in this way. We have sent each of you an email asking your permission/preference. If you did not received this email, please contact Christine to let her know of your preference. Your name and any contact info you wish to display can be included, along with the image and description of the entry. Hopefully, this will bring you some business. ~Connie

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