Organizations

Baltimore Area:
Baltimore Clayworks

Maryland Art Placeis an organization committed to fostering an environment conducive to the growth of contemporary art in Maryland, and has sought to fulfill its mission through programming which offers artists and the public a variety of avenues for interaction and advancement.

Sculptors' Incorporated is a Baltimore based non-profit association of artists and arts advocates committed to promoting sculpture through exhibitions, member services, forums, and public outreach.

National and International:
The Art Jewelry Forum

Ganoksin is dedicated to serve the information needs of the world's jewelers. Their mission is to educate, improve working conditions and facilitate sharing between goldsmiths globally. Ganoksin maintains a substantial library of articles, publications, reports, and technical data. Ganoksin also provide various platforms and forums for the exchange of information and opinion.

Society of North American Goldmiths (SNAG) www.snagmetalsmith.org
From the SNAG Website – “The Society of North American Goldsmiths (SNAG) is the premier organization of jewelers, designers and metalsmiths. SNAG encourages and supports professional excellence, education and the public's understanding of jewelry, design, and metalsmithing. Founded in 1969, SNAG is a nonprofit educational organization with more than 3,300 members worldwide - comprising all aspects of contemporary metalsmithing.”

American Craft Council
www.craftcouncil.org
From the Council’s Website – “The Council is the leading voice for the crafts in America, celebrating the remarkable achievement of the many gifted artists working in the media of clay, fiber, glass, metal, wood and other materials. Programs through which the Council supports the field include the bimonthly magazine AMERICAN CRAFT , annual retail and wholesale shows, and a special library on contemporary craft, education grants, workshops, seminars and other services to the public.”