Indian jewellery craft techniques have long been revered for their intricacy, cultural significance, and timeless beauty. In the global contemporary jewellery landscape, these techniques are being revived and reimagined by designers both in India and abroad, highlighting the versatility of these crafts across ages and regions. By blending traditional techniques with contemporary designs, these designers are not only preserving ancient crafts but also ensuring their relevance in today's world. Additionally, symbolic traditional Indian jewellery is being adapted to meet the preferences of younger women. This fusion of old and new creates jewellery that is both rooted in heritage and forward-looking, appealing to a diverse and evolving audience.
Select a traditional Indian jewellery technique or significant cultural piece and reimagine it in a modern context. Design a piece that not only honours the rich heritage of Indian craftsmanship but also speaks to the current trends and cultural climate of the global jewellery world. Consider creating unique silhouettes and incorporating contemporary materials or design philosophies while retaining the essence of the traditional technique / original values.
Kundan, Meenakari enamelling, Jadau, Filigree, Jali work, Thewa, Micro-pearl weaving
Mangalsutra, Temple Jewellery, Navaratna, Guttapusalu necklace, Haath Phool, Kaliganth, Satlada, Pankhi Haar, Guluband.
Winning The Artisan Award will catapult the designer's status within the jewellery industry and amongst discerning buyers; pushing them to the forefront and raising their profile as a force to be reckoned with!
The winners, along with the 1st and 2nd runner-ups will receive:
Significant cash prizes
Invaluable publicity through mentions in newspapers and fashion luxury magazines
Instant exposure to the big players in the gem and jewellery industry
A stylised photo shoot of all winning designs
Instituted in 2014, the Artisan Awards is an initiative spearheaded by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council of India; an endeavour that aims to provide a platform for creative professionals to maximise their individualistic and creative ideas in jewellery design.
The thematic contests released annually have witnessed exclusive, never-seen-before, one-of-a-kind jewels that highlight the levels of innovation this industry is capable of. With entries coming in from all parts of the world, this program has proven time and again that it can be global in its outlook, welcoming in its inclusivity and authoritative in its ability to propel careers forward. With many more seasons still to come, The Artisan is well on its to becoming a hallmark for ground-breaking thinking in the jewellery space.
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), is the apex body for gem & jewellery trade in India. Under the aegis of Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, the Council spearheads the USD40 billion Gem & Jewellery trade employing a workforce of 5 Million.
Set up in 1966, GJEPC represents 9000-plus members across Gem & Jewellery products from India.
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GIA India Laboratory Private Limited (‘GIA India’) is an independent subsidiary of the Gemological Institute of America, Inc. (‘GIA’). Established in 1931, GIA is recognised as the world’s foremost authority in gemmology. GIA invented the famous 4Cs of Color, Clarity, Cut and Carat Weight and, in 1953, created the International Diamond Grading System™ which is recognised around the world as the standard for diamond quality.
Through research, education, gemmological laboratory services and instrument development, the Institute is dedicated to ensuring the public trust in gems and jewellery by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science and professionalism. All of GIA’s activities are governed by its mission to serve the public. Visit GIA.edu or GIAindia.in.
