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Basics Fashion Design 10: Jewellery Design : From Fashion to Fine Jewellery - Elizabeth Galton

Basics Fashion Design 10: Jewellery Design

From Fashion to Fine Jewellery

By: Elizabeth Galton

Paperback | 29 October 2012 | Edition Number 1

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Jewelry Design provides a comprehensive insight into the life of a designer, jewelry design best practice and a guide to the design process. It is an inspiring and informative tool for getting started in this field of study.

The book explores how to find inspiration and collate research; how to assess historical references and trends and translate them into contemporary designs; and how to build a cohesive jewelry collection. It explains how the design process evolves from an initial sketch, to making a sample and through to the manufacture. It demonstrates that even on a limited budget it is possible to carve out a niche in this exciting and ever-evolving genre.
 
Illustrated with visual examples of outstanding jewelry and international designers working in each sector of the Industry, the book will appeal to undergraduates, recent professionals and jewelry enthusiasts.
Industry Reviews
This book is a great resource for all recent jewelry design graduates and those wishing to break into the business and start a collection. Beautifully produced and with insightful, professional commentary, this book offers both encouragement and direction. I wish such a book existed when I was starting out! * Karen Bachmann, Fashion Institute of Technology, New York, US *
This book provides a fascinating exploration of the history of jewellery markets with an emphasis on the design process from sketch to final piece, with a look at the processes involved in dealing effectively with customers, marketing, pricing and retailing. Case studies and in-depth interviews with successful and talented designers offer an excellent source if you are considering a jewellery designing career and make interesting reading. Basics Fashion Design 10: Jewellery Design by Elizabeth Galton is a must-have book for any jewellery designer or budding jewellery designer. * Making Jewellery magazine, Issue 50, February 2013 *

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Non-FictionArts & EntertainmentDesign, Industrial & Commercial Arts, IllustrationFashion & Textiles DesignTextile Design & TheoryArt FormsNon-Graphic Art FormsPrecious Metal, Precious Stones & Jewellery in Artworks & DesignDecorative Arts

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