© Dennis Finnin, courtesy, American Museum of Natural History
Join ARM Board Member Toby Pomeroy at the conference Gold: Vision, Value and Values in April
Gold has been a principal store of wealth and unsurpassed as an object of desire for the entirety of recorded history. A central focus of this conference is gold’s unique place in cultures and economies.
Innovative approaches to minimize mining’s ecological footprint and social impact are a central concern. Issues pertaining to sustainability, fair trade, and legislation addressing chain of custody are key. The conference showcases contemporary artists who make jewelry and beautiful objects with gold, as well as historical work and techniques. The speakers will also address the challenges and opportunities faced by artists as the price of gold continues near record levels. An additional focus is the rising consumption in the rapidly developing economies of the BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China), as well as cultures in which the significance of gold is deeply embedded.
The conference will take place in New York City on the 12th and 13th of April. You will find a complete list of the speakers as well as information on how to register in the program.