2011 Metal Clay World Conference Features
 Some of the Great Features Include:
- A Welcome Reception on Wednesday Evening, July 13
- 3 Days of Lecture/Demonstrations from 21 Expert Presenters
- Breakfast & Lunch Included with the Price of Registration
- A Vendor Room with Metal Clay and Related Products for Sale
- Convenient Location – Only 20 minutes from O’Hare International Airport
- "Mystery Design Contest III"
- Great Prizes will be Raffled–Off During Meals
- Award Winning Jewelry & Sculptural Metal Clay Exhibits from Around the World
- Four–star Resort accommodations for the same price as 2009 – Only $99 (USD) per night
- And much more!
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2011 Keynote Speaker - Michael David Sturlin
Michael David Sturlin is a studio jewelry artist, educator, industry consultant, and an award winning goldsmith. Recognized for his expression of minimalism in precious metal by the World Gold Council and the American Jewelry Design Council, Michael’s jewelry has appeared in 70 magazine articles and is displayed in select galleries throughout North America. Michael is a member of the Society of North American Goldsmiths and is on the faculty of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts, teaching classes in goldsmithing and professional development. Michael’s contributions on marketing, pricing, promotion, and publicity can be found in numerous magazine articles as well as in the upcoming book Profiting by Design by Marlene Richey. Michael and his jewelry will also be featured in the Lark book Masters: Gold to be released in 2009, highlighting the most innovative goldsmiths of our current age. |
Three Registration Options:
Registration Fees / Discounts are the same as 2009!
Important Notes:
- All online registration payments are processed through PayPal. You do not need a PayPal account to pay online.
- Refunds will not be issued for any reason after June 1, 2011!
- Pre-Conference Class registrations are separate. Click here for more information.
- Hotel reservations must be made by June 12, 2011 to receive the special rate for MCWC attendees.
- All hotel reservations must be made directly through the Hilton Chicago Indian Lakes Resort. Check out the "Housing & Hotel" page for more information.
The 2011 MCWC will be held at the luxurious Hilton Chicago Indian Lakes Resort!
Room Rates are the same as 2009, only $99 per night! Share a room with up to 4 people.
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Additional Benefits of Attending the Conference:
- A–1 Shuttle Service is having a very special offer for Metal Clay World Conference Attendees. Instead of the usual $24 one–way rate, you will pay only $12!! To make arrangements and reserve your shuttle ticket, please call 630–833–3788, or e–mail: customerservice@a1limousine.com
- Breakfast and Lunch, Seminars and Presentations, exhibits and activities for one, all-inclusive conference price, all in one convenient location.
- Four-star Resort accommodations for the low price of $99 (USD) per night for a single through a quad.
- Luxury Spa and Golf Course on premises.
- 20% off coupon for each attendee toward the two on-site restaurants.
- Free hotel shuttle to local shopping, restaurants and Metra (into Chicago proper).
- The 2011 Metal Clay World Conference will begin with a Welcome Reception on Wednesday evening, July 13. Mingle with other attendees, VIPs and instructors while munching and sipping.
- Keynote Speaker, Michael David Sturlin a studio jewelry artist, educator, industry consultant, and an award winning goldsmith
- Dozens of Seminars with experts in metal clay, ceramics, enamels, & More
- Open workshops with hands-on opportunities on Thrusday and Friday evenings. These exciting sessions will be conducted by many of our presenters.
- 8 Different Classes over 3 days of Pre-Conference workshops.
- Award winning jewelry and sculptural metal clay exhibits from around the world.
- "Mystery Design Contest III" – we give you a package of mystery items (different from 2 years ago) to include in one jewelry piece, with awards presented at closing ceremony. If you were at our 2007 or 2009 Conference you know we gave out some serious prizes!
- An International Exhibition of Outstanding Metal Clay Pieces
- Great prizes will be raffled off during meal times.
- Open to All Metal Clay Enthusiasts
- Vendor Showroom with metal clay products for sale!
Spotlight: Meet the Art Clay™ Masters Panel
Join us for the first ever Meet the Art Clay™ Masters Panel at the 2011 Metal Clay World Conference. The Art Clay™ Master Instructors will gather for a meet–and–greet as well as to answer questions in the Fireside Lounge of the Hilton Indian Lakes Resort. This one–hour event will be held from 7–8pm on Friday, July 15, 2011, so be sure to mark your calendars. This is just one of the many great events available to attendees of the 2011 Metal Clay World Conference.
Art Clay™ Master Instructors are recognized for their extraordinary achievements and abilities, working with Art Clay™. These instructors have completed both the Level One and Senior Level Certification courses. All Master Instructors teach, have published articles and/or books, and are outstanding advocates for Art Clay™. Master Instructors are appointed by the Art Clay World main office, after fulfilling specific criteria determined by headquarters.
Spotlight: Welcome Reception & Art Clay Society Social
Welcome Reception:
The 2011 MCWC will begin with a Welcome Reception on the night of Wednesday, July 13, 2011. The Welcome Reception is open to all attendees of the 2011 Metal Clay World Conference. The event will include drinks and hors d’oeuvres and is a great venue for relaxing, socializing, and networking.
 
Art Clay Society Social:
The Art Clay Society Social is a gathering of society members attending the 2011 MCWC. This gathering allows members the opportunity to meet and network with other members while enjoying refreshments and other goodies. Although the "goodies" are not yet chosen, the 2009 Art Clay Society Social featured a chocolate fountain! Remember, you must be a society member to attend this function. If you are not yet a member and are interested in joining, please visit the Art Clay Society Website for information. Don’t forget, society members receive a $35.00 registration discount for the 2011 MCWC.
Spotlight: International Exhibition & Art Clay Society Exhibition
Attendees of the Metal Clay World Conference come from around the globe and every registrant has the opportunity to display in the International Exhibition. In addition, the Art Clay Society will have a Member Exhibition. Art Clay Society Chapters are encouraged to submit a display with a piece from each Chapter member. Submissions featured in these exhibitions are on display for the duration of the conference. Entries are limited to two per artist. All works can be listed for sale but will be subject to a 15% consignment fee. Registration forms will be available at the Conference. We encourage all attendees to bring their favorite works to share with others.
Spotlight: Mystery Brown Bag Contest III |
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The rules may be easy, but the task is not so simple. 50 entrants will receive identical "Mystery Brown Bags" containing an array of items. Contestants must then use all of the contents during construction (prior, during, or after firing) to make a completed entry. Evidence of the use of all items must be visible, but the item itself does not have to be present in the final piece (i.e. an impression of an item pressed into the clay is visible but the item itself is not included in the final piece). No other design elements outside of the mystery brown bag can be used. The bag itself may be used.
Who is Eligible to Enter?
Any 2011 Metal Clay World Conference registrant may fill out a submission form at the conference. The 50 bags will be given out via a raffle of all of the entrants.
How Can I Prepare? Since the contents of the bag are not revealed until the bags are given out, it’s hard to prepare for this contest. The best advice is to keep the creative gears turning and be prepared for anything.
What is the Judging Criteria? Judges will be looking for complete and creative use of all components.
What are the Prizes? Much like the contents of the bag, the prizes are a mystery until they are awarded. But, ask anyone that attended the last conference, and they’ll tell you about the awesome prizes. |
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