Accreditation and Endorsement

 

Recognised as an expert

‘I take ongoing professional development seriously. It’s partly about being a custodian of traditional craft skills and embracing new technologies. But it’s also about being recognised as an expert in the field. It’s what sets quality jewellery makers apart from the rest’

Goldsmiths’ Craft and Design Council Award 2016

Amanda was awarded GOLD in the precious jewellery section for her ring in the Reminiscence collection. These prestigious awards are often described as the Jewellery Oscars, and Amanda was delighted and honored to receive this top award.

 

Amanda was also shortlisted for these Special Patrons award:
2016: National Association of Jewellers award
2017: National Association of Jewellers award
2017: Boodles Special Patrons Award

The Goldsmiths’ Craft and Design Council is a non profit making organisation founded over one hundred years ago in 1908. Today, the Council continues its work to encourage, stimulate and promote the pursuit of excellence in craftsmanship and design amongst all those in the United Kingdom who work within silversmithing, goldsmithing, jewellery and the allied crafts.

Goldsmiths’ Fair

This prestigious annual fair is organised by the Goldsmiths’ Company, it celebrates the best established and emerging British goldsmithing and silversmithing talent. It’s a hub of creativity, design innovation and outstanding craftsmanship. 150 exhibitors out of approximately 400 applicants are typically chosen by an expert selection committee to show at the Fair each year.

 

In 2015, Amanda was selected to exhibit for the first time, and her jewellery was used as part of the extensive PR campaign. An image of her ring from the Concentric collection featured on the front cover of the official fliers, and on posters across the London Underground network. This represented a real watershed moment for Amanda. One where she felt her unique designs were now being recognised at the very top of the industry. That her collections and bespoke pieces were now helping her stand out from the crowd. And that she was boosting the profile of British craftspeople over and above the mass producers.

Freeman of The Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths

In 2012 Amanda was made a Freeman of The Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths in recognition of her commitment and contribution to the Jewellery industry. The Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths, more commonly known as the Goldsmiths' Company, is one of the Twelve Great Livery Companies of the City of London and received its first royal charter in 1327. It’s a real privilege and honour to be a member of such an historic and prestigious institution.

 

 

Part-time fine jewellery technician: Royal College of Art

Amanda was employed by the RCA as the fine jewellery technician from 2012 - 2014. She assisted students with individual projects, helping them find technical and practical solutions to realising their designs.

 

The RCA was ranked as the world’s number one university of art and design in the 2015 and 2016 QS World University Rankings. Truly a leader in its field, its excellence in teaching and research has been consistently recognised as being of the highest standing. The Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014 cemented the RCA's position as the UK’s leading university of art and design.

Masters Degree in Jewellery: Royal College of Art

Amanda’s two years at the RCA was a mind opening experience and was a journey she never wanted to end! It was an honour to be taught under Professor David Watkins (Contemporary Jeweller) and Michael Rowe (Contemporary Silversmith) both renowned and respected in their fields.

 

The RCA has an internationally recognised reputation of excellence, attracting students far and wide. It boasts to be the world's number one art and design postgraduate university and has seen an outstanding array of designers, makers and artists pass through its doors. These include : Julien Macdonald, Philip Treacy, Tracey Emin, David Hockney, Bridget Riley, Barbara Hepworth, Henry Moore, and James Dyson.

BA (HONS) 1st Class degree in Crafts: Manchester Metropolitan University

Amanda worked incredibly hard to achieve her 1st class degree. It was a three year course that was responsible for changing the path of her career. Up until this point Amanda was a textiles artist and studied under RCA graduate Noon Mitchelhill. There are elements of this work and approach that have stayed with Amanda to this day.