Dongyi Wu, Golden Age Artist Talk at NYC Jewelry Week 2025

Artist Talk for Dongyi Wu’s Golden Age exhibition: An opportunity to discover the stories, inspirations, and evolution behind Wu’s Golden Age exhibition. The talk will be followed by a Q&A, along with a chance to try on the jewelry pieces and see how they come to life on you.

Dongyi Wu is a Chinese-born contemporary jewelry artist based in Houston, TX. Wu holds an MFA in Metal and Jewelry Design from Rochester Institute of Technology, and a BA in Jewelry Art Design with a Dual Degree in Fashion Design and Engineering from Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology. Her work explores the integration of fashion, art, and craft, challenging the boundaries between these disciplines. Dongyi has been awarded numerous residencies including at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, Contemporary Craft, and the Baltimore Jewelry Center. She has exhibited worldwide, including at Schmuck 2018, Joya Barcelona, and in seven solo shows including at Taidekeskus Itä Gallery (Finland) and A-Galerii (Estonia). Her work has been featured in publications such as New Brooches: 400+ Contemporary Jewellery Designs. Wu won the 2020 Preziosa Young Design Competition and was a finalist for the 2019 LEAP Award.

Each November, NYC Jewelry Week proudly presents ‘The Week,’ a 7-day celebration dedicated to the art of jewelry. This annual festival invites a global audience to explore the world of jewelry through a dynamic mix of in-person and virtual experiences, spanning New York City and beyond. Our hybrid program features virtual programs streamed on YouTube alongside immersive on-site activities.

In-person, NYC Jewelry Week brings together leading figures in the jewelry industry to curate extraordinary experiences, including exhibitions, exclusive shopping opportunities, and retail collaborations. Attendees can also participate in insightful panel discussions that explore trends, challenges, and innovations in the field. Each event creates memorable jewelry moments that celebrate the creativity and craftsmanship of the industry.

Committed to inclusivity, many of our programs are free and open to the public. NYC Jewelry Week seeks to reshape how people view jewelry by inviting everyone to appreciate the artistry behind the scenes. Join us in celebrating the transformative power of jewelry and experience the beauty and innovation that define our community.

We look forward to welcoming you to NYCJW25!

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