In addition to setting up this web site, in the past two years the society has presented two exhibitions of its members’ work, one at the Oxford Gallery in Woodstock and the other at SCOLA, in Sutton. A photoshoot for members’ work was organised with a professional photographer and post cards made from the resultant images. The society produces a 12 page full colour newsletter four times and year and subsidises subscriptions of this newsletter to educational institutions. Workshops covering advanced enamelling techniques have been run for members around the country. Plans are in hand for future exhibitions, workshops, and events.

In the longer view, over its history the British Society of Enamellers has organised many exhibitions and international conferences about enamelling.

The primary objective of the society is to promote excellence in British enamelling and professional enamellers working in this country and abroad. The society also aims to keep members and other interested bodies informed of all exhibitions and publications of interest, including a close co-operation with other national committees.
The society has compiled a slide index and catalogues of members’ work for reference and promotion, which can be consulted and/or hired by appointment. In addition, the society organises conferences and exhibitions in this country and participation in exhibitions abroad.

Full membership for professional enamellers resident in Britain is by selection, with a strong emphasis on original design in conjunction with an understanding of technical competence in enamel as a medium, using qualities unique to enamel.

Associate membership is open to individuals and groups in Britain and throughout the world who are interested in the aims of the society, subject to the agreement of the selection committee. Associates receive newsletters, information and invitations to the society’s functions, but are ineligible to vote, other than for an Associate representative on the Executive Committee.

The Selection Committee meets at least once a year, provided that applicants have indicated their intention to apply by informing the secretary. Membership form

The British Society of Enamellers was formed in 1985.

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