Emerging Voices in Contemporary Metalsmithing: SNAG's 2025 Juried Student Exhibition
Published: 23.06.2025

The SNAG is proud to present the 2025 Juried Student Exhibition, showcasing the exceptional work of emerging artists in the fields of jewelry and metalsmithing. Featuring 51 students from across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, the exhibition highlights work selected through a competitive juried process.
Artist list
Luisa Arroyo, Robert Baldridge, Mikayla Boehm, Melina Castro, Cindy Cheng, Ashley Choe, Sydney Davidson, Posy DiPaolo, Coli Drechsel, Karen Dreher, Flor Fabela, Yuqi Fan, Vivian Gao, C. Hayden Girling, Alissa Goble, Jose David Gomez Romero, Gabriela Gracia Mariscal, Precious Gyekye, Rex Herlin, Eunice Hong, Margot Hulme, Farah Kathrada, Gracie Klingbeil, Boneger Kwarteng, Weiwei Li, Xiaoduo Jessica Li, Ezekiel Martey, Katherine McHugh, Larissa McPherson, Matthew Nuzzolo, Freeman Osabutey, Laura Papworth, Adri Pritchard, Hannah Reynoso Toussaint, Karen Rios-Enriquez, S. Sanchez, Nasla Santillan Lara, Wren Schulz, Margaret Schupp, Elee Sharp, Soph Shufelt, Mason Skeets, Sarah Stewart Vasquez, Madeleine Stoffel, Eden Tighe, Bryce Wall, Sol Waterman, Xiaohan Wu, Ziqi Yuan, Jonathon Zalakos, Naomi Zamir
The pieces on view represent a wide range of techniques and conceptual approaches, from traditional metalwork to experimental and mixed media. The exhibition explores how students are challenging conventions and redefining the future of craft. From intimate narrative brooches to bold sculptural forms, the selected works reflect a diversity of voices and a deep engagement with material, process, and meaning. Jurors J Taran Diamond and Masako Onodera—respected artists and educators in the field—reviewed hundreds of submissions to curate a show that is both technically rigorous and thematically resonant.
The SNAG student exhibition has actually been my favorite exhibition in the field because I can see what the field is directing or what the field is wanting, says juror Masako Onodera.
For more than 25 years the Juried Student Exhibition has been a cornerstone of SNAG’s mission to support emerging talent and foster critical dialogue in the jewelry and metalsmithing community. Open internationally, any student enrolled in any educational program including college, university, technical college, community college, non-traditional school, community arts, cultural center or non-profit or working through apprenticeship/assistantship paths is invited to apply.
On view: now – August 31, 2025.
Location: view virtual exhibition
Reception recording: 2025 SNAG Juried Student Exhibition Virtual Reception
Best in Show: Hannah Reynoso Toussaint, Robert Baldridge
Honorable Mentions: Alissa Goble, Ezekiel Martey, Weiwei Li
About SNAG
SNAG is an international non-profit organization committed to advancing jewelry and metalsmithing by inspiring creativity, encouraging education, and fostering community. Founded in 1969 as The Society of North American Goldsmiths, the organization has evolved to include and promote diverse expressions of jewelry, adornment, body-related objects, sculpture, and installation. SNAG publishes Metalsmith magazine; facilitates in-person and virtual conferences, events, and exhibitions; provides scholarships for educational advancement; and more.
The SNAG student exhibition has actually been my favorite exhibition in the field because I can see what the field is directing or what the field is wanting, says juror Masako Onodera.
For more than 25 years the Juried Student Exhibition has been a cornerstone of SNAG’s mission to support emerging talent and foster critical dialogue in the jewelry and metalsmithing community. Open internationally, any student enrolled in any educational program including college, university, technical college, community college, non-traditional school, community arts, cultural center or non-profit or working through apprenticeship/assistantship paths is invited to apply.
On view: now – August 31, 2025.
Location: view virtual exhibition
Reception recording: 2025 SNAG Juried Student Exhibition Virtual Reception
Best in Show: Hannah Reynoso Toussaint, Robert Baldridge
Honorable Mentions: Alissa Goble, Ezekiel Martey, Weiwei Li
About SNAG
SNAG is an international non-profit organization committed to advancing jewelry and metalsmithing by inspiring creativity, encouraging education, and fostering community. Founded in 1969 as The Society of North American Goldsmiths, the organization has evolved to include and promote diverse expressions of jewelry, adornment, body-related objects, sculpture, and installation. SNAG publishes Metalsmith magazine; facilitates in-person and virtual conferences, events, and exhibitions; provides scholarships for educational advancement; and more.
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