British Academy of Jewellery

✨ Student Spotlight | Veronika Dika

Meet Veronika Dika, one of our BA (Hons) Jewellery Design students, whose final collection showcases exceptional craftsmanship, intricate detailing, and a bold creative vision.

Drawing together technical skill and imaginative design, Veronika’s work demonstrates how jewellery can tell powerful stories through form, texture, and material.

She expressed how her work sits at the intersection of jewellery, psychology, and belief, drawing on research into placebo science and the human tendency to invest objects with power.

The Sigillum Collection presents gemstones as agents believed capable of influencing the wearer's internal state. Each of its three pieces is built around a personal affirmation, condensed through a process of abstraction into a single unified symbol, encoded directly into the form of the piece. 💫

✨ Student Spotlight | Veronika Dika

Meet Veronika Dika, one of our BA (Hons) Jewellery Design students, whose final collection showcases exceptional craftsmanship, intricate detailing, and a bold creative vision.

Drawing together technical skill and imaginative design, Veronika’s work demonstrates how jewellery can tell powerful stories through form, texture, and material.

She expressed how her work sits at the intersection of jewellery, psychology, and belief, drawing on research into placebo science and the human tendency to invest objects with power.

The Sigillum Collection, presents gemstones as agents believed capable of influencing the wearer's internal state. Each of its three pieces is built around a personal affirmation, condensed through a process of abstraction into a single unified symbol, encoded directly into the form of the piece. 💫

We're delighted to welcome Geoffrey Makstutis as Vice Principal (Academic) at the British Academy of Jewellery. 👏

Geoffrey joins BAJ with extensive leadership experience across higher and further education, design, architecture and the creative industries. His expertise in academic leadership, curriculum development and quality assurance brings valuable experience to our academic community and student experience.

We're excited to have Geoffrey join the BAJ team and look forward to the contribution he will make.

Read more about Geoffrey and his background: https://baj.ac.uk/staff/geoffrey-makstutis/

Swipe through to have a look at some more of the unique pieces from the BA (Hons) Graduate Show 💫

From bold contemporary concepts to beautifully refined craftsmanship, every piece from our Jewellery Design & Production programme reflects months of creativity, experimentation, and dedication.

Congratulations to all and the awarded students we’re incredibly proud of everything you’ve achieved. 💎

👑 England are through! ❤️

As the nation celebrates another fantastic result, we’re shining a light on British creativity and craftsmanship.

This striking crown-inspired ring, designed and made by one of our talented BAJ students, showcases the creativity, skill, and passion that define our community.

Discover the art of wax carving and learn how jewellery begins long before it’s cast in metal. 💍

In this hands-on short course, you’ll explore essential carving techniques, create your own wax models, and complete a finished design ready for professional casting.

💎 Perfect for beginners and those looking to expand their jewellery-making skills.

Book now via the link in our below
https://baj.ac.uk/product/wax-carving-for-jewellery/

💜 With all the excitement around BTS coming to London for their “Arirang” World Tour we wanted to spotlight a piece of student work inspired by one of the group’s own. ✨

Created by a BAJ student, Naima Cheniya, this jewellery design was inspired by SUGA and his openness about mental health, exploring how jewellery can tell personal stories and spark meaningful conversations.

Naima expressed that this piece was crafted for Suga of BTS, it honours his dedication to mental health awareness and breaking down the stigma surrounding it. The ring's design is a wound with stiches forming the word 'Live' holding the piece together, serving as a powerful reminder symbolizing resilience, urging us to embrace life, scars and all, without shame, finding strength in our journey to keep living.

It’s a reminder that inspiration can come from anywhere and that creativity has the power to connect people, ideas, and experiences. ✨

Could this be the start of your jewellery journey? 💍✨

BAJ alumna Lauren Hiney first joined us through one of our short courses, taking the first step in developing her jewellery-making skills and creative practice.

Today, her beautifully crafted work showcases the dedication, craftsmanship, and passion that have shaped her journey.

Whether you’re looking to learn something new, develop your skills, or begin your own jewellery-making journey, our short courses are the perfect place to start.

💎 Explore our upcoming short courses via the link below

https://baj.ac.uk/short-courses/

Add a splash of colour to your jewellery making ✨

Join our Jewellery Bench Skills: Enamelled Earrings short course and learn how to create your own vibrant, handcrafted earrings using traditional enamelling techniques.

Perfect for beginners and makers looking to explore a new creative skill.

🎟️ Limited spaces available – book now via the link below

https://baj.ac.uk/product/jewellery-bench-skills-enamelled-earrings/

☀️ With extreme temperatures expected over the coming days the wellbeing of our students, staff, and wider community remains our priority.

So please take care during the heatwave, stay hydrated, and check in on those who may be more vulnerable to the effects of hot weather.

Further updates will be shared via our usual communication channels. 💛