#4 Social Club Members Newsletter

Dear jewellery friends and Social Club members!

As the scent of salty water fills the air and the soothing sound of waves beckons, we too are preparing to embark on our summer vacation. However, before we do, we have some exciting online content for you to explore, whether you're lounging on a sandy beach or soaring through the skies on a plane.

SO MINT!

Get ready for the most refreshing time of the year—it's SO MINT (Öffnet in neuem Fenster)! Our annual series is back, shining a spotlight on the incredible talents of fresh graduates in fashion, jewellery, and design from around the world. Current Obsession has handpicked exceptional emerging artists and designers for this inspiring showcase. Discover our new updated format, where you can get familiar with the artists and their graduation projects, and delve deeper into their creative practices through insightful short interviews. Stay tuned to our Instagram (Öffnet in neuem Fenster) and website (Öffnet in neuem Fenster) for regular updates and new additions to the series.

Metacarpus by Stefan Boerkamp, Design Academy Eindhoven, Man & Identity department.

Are you a recent graduate with remarkable work to share? We want to hear from you! Submit your project to magazine@current-obsession.com (Öffnet in neuem Fenster) with the subject line "SO MINT!" or simply apply through our submission form (Öffnet in neuem Fenster).

‘Crumpled Papers’

with Giulia Lanza and Rachel Bacon

The latest episode of the Undisciplined. Crafting Conversations podcast is now available, hosted by Italian artist and jeweller Giulia Lanza. In this episode, Giulia welcomes Rachel Bacon, an American artist currently residing in Brussels, who shares her love for drawing. Join them as they delve into the intricacies of the drawing process, emphasising the importance of dedicating enough time to their craft and exploring the vibrant artist-run scenes across Europe.

Brooch by Giulia Lanza, Image by Marco Mangani.

Tune in to this thought-provoking discussion on www.undisciplinedpodcast.com (Öffnet in neuem Fenster) or listen via Spotify (Öffnet in neuem Fenster).

Brandon Wen

GEMZ Interview Series

Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Brandon Wen crossed the pond to pursue his studies in fashion at the world-renowned Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp. The Belgian soil proved to be fertile ground for Wen, allowing him to develop a practice that merges fashion and performance art. Just three years after graduating, Wen returned to the Antwerp Academy in late 2022, but this time not as a student. He was appointed as the new Creative Director of the fashion department, succeeding the iconic Walter van Beirendonck.

As Wen settles into his new position, inspired by a new generation of students who celebrate authenticity, creativity, and fun, we spoke with him. The interview is composed and conducted by the participants of GEMZ (Öffnet in neuem Fenster), CO’s very own talent development programme.

Read the full interview by clicking the link here (Öffnet in neuem Fenster).

As always, we would love to hear from you in case you have any membership related questions at veronika@current-obsession.com (Öffnet in neuem Fenster)

Until next time, with gratitude, 

CO Team