Michigan Silversmiths Guild

Come visit us on the final day of the

Join us today for live demos at the Ann Arbor Art Fair.

10-12 Broom/Salt Casting Jupiter Goodridge

1-3 Cold Connections Lori Brauer

3-5 Open Studio

6-8 Lace Tatting Lorraine Kolasa

Our July 2025 MSG meetup will again be a collaboration; this time between MSG members and the Ann Arbor Art Center (AAAC). The meetup will be held at AAAC, 117 East Liberty Street, Ann Arbor on Sunday, July 13, 2025 from 1:00-3:00PM. We will meet on the 3rd floor, across from the jewelry studio. Our agenda for this meeting covers a brief introduction from AAAC staff and thoughts on ways we may be able to work together, meetup attendee introductions, a short tour of AAAC’s jewelry studio, and time for networking and sharing:

Learn about AAAC’s support of artists, including several MSG members
Talk about the potential for teaching metalsmithing skills at AAAC
Talk about the potential for having your work displayed in the AAAC gallery shop
Show off your new creations; tell us how they were made
Share what you’re working on - successes/challenges/frustrations
Get feedback from fellow metalsmiths
Discuss new techniques, resources and upcoming events

This is a great opportunity to check out the AAAC and talk with art enthusiasts and members who sell their work there on consignment. Or maybe you’ll want to consider sharing your knowledge by teaching a class or two. And as always, it will offer an opportunity to see familiar faces and meet new friends.

Light snacks will be provided, and you are also welcome to bring your own snacks.

Our May 2025 MSG meetup will be a collaboration of efforts between MSG and the GTARMC (Grand Traverse Area Rock and Mineral Club); it will be held at the Crooked Tree Arts Center, 322 Sixth Street, Traverse City, MI on Sunday, May 18, from 1:00-3:00, where GRARMC shares space. This is our first meetup in the Traverse City area, and we’re really excited to have the opportunity to collaborate and share our experiences and knowledge. As per our usual agenda, the meetup will cover brief introductions, a short tour of GTARMC’s rock room, and time for networking and sharing: