My favorite, natch, is Art Jewelry, and not just because I write for them. They publish good stuff. I like the projects, the articles, and the mix of techniques. Even if you’re an experience metalsmith or metal clayer, they have advanced projects to challenge you.
If you subscribe, you get free online bonuses too!
Here are more of my recommendations:
I like Ornament magazine, though I haven’t subscribed in years, for inspiration and a different angle on things — not just jewelry, but historical information, handmade clothing, and more.
For learning about doing shows and crafts business info, The Crafts Report, of course.
Those are all magazines you probably know about. One that you might not, is Art Calendar, which features not only listings for gallery shows, competitions, residencies and more, but also really good articles.
They have a different take on ways to make it as artist. If you’re looking for business models other than doing craft shows, Art Calendar is the way to go.
Both Steve Meltzer, photographer, and Jack White, straight talkin’ artist, are columnists.
Check out the Art Calendar website for access to free listings and posts, but it’s worth subscribing to the paper version too.
For another jewelry blogger’s take on favorite publications, visit:
Tonya Davidson
Tamra Gentry
Lora Hart
Kirsten Skiles
Marco Fleseri
Hm… Never heard of Art Calendar. Off to check it out right now!
I love all of the ones you mentioned, and Art Calendar is really cool. I’ve not subscribed to any of them in a while though–for one thing, I’m running out of space for magazines; secondly, I’m trying to make sure (and these are just *my* thoughts) I’m not getting my inspiration from anywhere else. Heck, add to that, I don’t want to get depressed when I look at what other folks are doing and wish that I was further along. ;-P Every once in a while when I need a boost…
Of course ART JEWELRY is on the top of my list for all the wonderful articles and how to.
My favorite book (not a publication, sorry) lately is “Making Cold Connections” by Susan Lenart Kazmer. http://www.susanlenartkazmer.net/
I love the hand drawn illustrations and the pure whimsy of her style. And even though I usually start off with PMC, I look to this for unique ideas on connecting and adding to my creations. A great inspiration on how to make “your voice” come through in your work.
Great question, thank you.