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1 THEME The theme for the PlatAfrica 2007 Competition was particularly challenging Platinum Reflections, a tribute to its purity and brilliant reflective lustre. In light there is darkness. In darkness there is light A reflection is but a transitory wave in our consciousness. A phenomenon observed in a mirror, in a pool of water or on the surface of polished metal. Art is a reflection of society, our identity, the individual. It is a reflection of what we think and feel, a reflection of humanity and the world around us. This year s theme, Platinum Reflections was inspired by the endless possibilities of this unique, precious metal, a celebration of its eternal properties and versatility! Platinum Pure Rare Eternal Contents Anglo Platinum Limited 3 Platinum Trust of South Africa 5 Supporting the Industry 7 Media 8 PlatAfrica Professional Category 11 Student Category 19 Acknowledgements 46 Our Sponsors 48 1

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3 Anglo Platinum Limited is the world s largest primary producer of platinum group metals (PGMs) and accounts for about 37% of the world s newly-mined platinum production. It is listed on the Johannesburg Securities Exchange and has a secondary listing on the London Stock Exchange. Anglo Platinum is a member of Anglo American plc. Its operations comprise seven mines, three joint ventures, three smelters, a base metals refinery and a precious metals refinery. In addition, the Group has interests in Zimbabwe and is involved in exploration in Canada, Russia, Brazil and China. In 1975, Anglo Platinum created the Platinum Guild International (PGI) and provides funding for its jewellery development efforts. It is also a member of the Jewellery Council of South Africa. The Group is active in other industry organisations, including the International Platinum Association, which provides a forum for producers and fabricators and the World Fuel Cell Council, a body dedicated to the commercialisation of fuel cell technology. The Group is committed to the development of Platinum Group Metal (PGM) markets, working in collaboration with the Department of Minerals and Energy (DME), the Government and other stakeholders in promoting the beneficiation of platinum. The Anglo Platinum beneficiation strategy is developed on the premise that Anglo Platinum s core competence is mining and refining platinum, but that the company will facilitate and invest in value-added opportunities within a PGM environment including jewellery fabrication, if viable. The objective of jewellery development in South Africa is to promote the local platinum jewellery design and manufacturing industry, adding value to the country s natural resource in both local and international markets while assisting the industry to grow skills and create jobs. The Group s commitment to sustainable development focuses on creating value economically, environmentally and socially, contributing to the betterment of society around all its operations. Guided by the Mining Charter, policy and strategy formulation is influenced and directed by input from all relevant stakeholders, namely: government, community-based organisations, labour unions and other business partners. It recognises the importance of meaningful participation by all, including local communities and employees, to ensure real benefits for all. 3

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5 PLATINUM TRUST OF SOUTH AFRICA The Platinum Trust of South Africa (PTSA) was formed for the creation of jobs and beneficiation of platinum group metals in a number of fields, including skills training in platinum jewellery design and manufacture. The PTSA has created two companies to assist the jewellery industry: The World of Platinum markets and sells the Djadji Platinum brand of jewellery; and The SEDA Platinum Incubator focuses on training to ensure sufficient expertise to manufacture products under the Djadji Platinum brand name. Djadji Platinum Out of Africa, inspired by the myth and legend of the African Rain Queen Modjadji, is Djadji Platinum one of Africa s greatest treasures! Pure platinum perfection is guaranteed by the symbolic raindrop found on each piece of exclusive Djadji Platinum jewellery. More than just a mark of quality, the raindrop embodies the spirit of Modjadji and its noble African heritage. Platinum 950 pure, rare, eternal is superbly crafted jewellery that lasts a lifetime. The North-West Province, often called the Platinum Province, is home to one of the largest known reserves of platinum and is host to some of the world s leading platinum producers. It is also the home of Djadji Platinum s unique South African-designed and manufactured jewellery. Each piece of Djadji Platinum is more than fine, pure platinum jewellery: it is an investment in South Africa, the North- West Province, its people and the promise of a better life for all. The SEDA Platinum Incubator The North-West Province is now strategically involved in adding value to transforming the platinum mining legacy. In partnership with the PTSA and a number of key private players, the country s first platinum beneficiation incubator, aimed at developing jewellery manufacturing skills and job opportunities in the region, was launched in Rustenburg. The SEDA Platinum Incubator s world-class production facility includes a training centre, leveraging off the infrastructure and working capital of the facility, to ensure skills transfer to and upliftment of historically disadvantaged South Africans. The jewellery manufactured at the facility is marketed and sold by World of Platinum under the Djadji Platinum brand to both local and export markets. The aim is for the province to become a hub of platinum jewellery manufacturing and to develop small, medium and micro-enterprises in the jewellery industry, translating its abundant riches into real economic benefits for its people. 5

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7 SUPPORTING THE INDUSTRY In an innovative scheme to assist jewellers and the manufacturing industry to use more platinum, Anglo Platinum developed the Metal Financing Scheme.. The market size, cost of holding, refining, the lease rate and price volatility of platinum are key factors inhibiting retailers from holding large stock and prompting most manufacturers to limit production. The overall objective of the Metal Financing Scheme is to assist jewellers with the high premium cost of financing platinum metal during the production and marketing processes. Developing a working relationship with participating jewellers and making the metal more accessible helps to increase jewellery sales in both the local and export markets. Current participants are showing significant growth in their platinum business, as the scheme allows them to provide more products while minimising the impact on their cash flow. The benefits not only translate into consignment sale terms, but also assist jewellers in dealing with price fluctuations. Currently, the scheme has close to R3m worth of metal on loan with manufacturers/retailers. The scheme administrators are Anglo Platinum Limited and Johnson Matthey Limited. Palladium news Recently, Lonmin agreed to provide palladium metal to the local industry by way of a Palladium Financing Scheme. The scheme operates along similar lines to the platinum scheme. Palladium is currently enjoying some prominence in the South African market this despite the fact that global demand for palladium jewellery is down because of the amount of old product being recycled. South African manufacturers and retailers are enjoying and experimenting with this metal, particularly now its price points are in line with the current customer base. Plataurex Anglo Zimele and Anglo Platinum have committed funds to initiate a new business supplying local and international markets with dental alloys and wedding bands using both platinum and palladium. The technical partners are Peter Lester and the Hot Platinum Company. The shareholders agreement was recently signed and the business started operating in September. Obviously, crucial to the success of the business are engagements with international players which can provide the necessary market access. 7

8 MEDIA Over the past 12 months Anglo Platinum s jewellery advertising campaign has focused on raising local and international consumer awareness of the beauty and prestige of locally designed platinum jewellery. Consumer media included Sawubona, Equinox, Classic Feel, Wanted, Women Inc, Rose, Top Billing and Femme Bride. In addition, industry-specific publications were included keeping jewellers and manufacturers abreast of platinum developments. 8

9 Anglo Platinum, the world's leading producer of platinum, together with Metal Concentrators and Johnson Matthey (SA), present the annual PlatAfrica Jewellery Design Competition a showcase for South Africa's jewellery design industry. The sponsorship promotes innovation and technical competence in the design and manufacture of platinum jewellery. Anglo Platinum is committed to supporting the incredible talent within the local jewellery industry and the competition provides access to this precious metal, enabling professional and student designers to work with it. Over the past nine years, the quality and standard of entries have come to reflect the world-class talent of local designers and manufacturers unique jewellery that reflects the rarity of the metal. Many of the PlatAfrica designs are exhibited at international fairs such as Basel, Inhorgenta, JCK and Shanghai. This year's PlatAfrica theme, Beyond the Surface: Platinum Reflections, explores the purity and brilliant reflective lustre of this precious metal. Both timeless and contemporary, it is astonishingly versatile and for those who create platinum jewellery a real challenge, demanding consummate skill and craftsmanship. 9

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11 PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY One of the main criteria for this year s judging was the use of the metal s reflective properties, the commercial potential as well as the wow! factor in the design. When judging, the innovation and practical functionality of each piece were also important considerations. Professional designers are excluded from designing rings and the amount of precious platinum metal they re allowed to use is restricted to g. More than 80% of metal used in the designs must be platinum. There were a total of 61 entries in the professional category. All professional jewellers were required to first submit sketches or drawings, together with details on what inspired their proposed piece. After a tough evaluation of all the criteria, the judges chose the top 10 designs for final manufacture and we are delighted to present platinum s professional top 10! 11

12 MOST VERSATILE PIECE Carla Frank Carla Frank I m always inspired by nature and the colour and textures of metal as I work. My inspiration comes from the process I guess I m a hands-on person and it s the act of creating that really inspires me. I gain immense satisfaction from the look of pleasure on the client s face when the final product is revealed. Darren Venter Studio C As far back as I can remember, I was the kid who d find something and try to remodel it into something more useful than it already was. I ve always wanted to be a designer creating jewellery really appeals to me, as I get to create a masterpiece that will be kept and treasured for a lifetime or beyond. 12 HONOURABLE MENTION

13 1st PLACE Linki van Zyl Art Jewellery Gallery My designs relate to the Neo-Baroque spirit so evident in contemporary art and fashion trends. They re stylistically eclectic extravagant visual excesses that borrow from the past combined with the crisp, clean lines of contemporary jewellery. I like to experiment with alternative materials and techniques in combination with precious metals and traditional handwork techniques. 13

14 Vivek Kiran Parshotam Andreas Salver Jewellery My inspiration comes from all the activities in my life not only from material objects, but also from my inner feelings. It also comes from nature because, without a doubt, that s God s gift to us, and without all the beauty around us we would not be inspired to look forward to another day. Linki van Zyl Art Jewellery Gallery Linki frequently co-operates with artists from other disciplines. This entry into PlatAfrica 2007 incorporates the photographic artworks of artist Johan Conradie. Kirtikumar Devjee Kirti Jewellers I love designing one-off, individual pieces and my business which has grown by word of mouth over the years is built around personalised service. My favourite metal is platinum, which many designers find difficult to work with. I think it s all in one s attitude and I ve always loved a challenge! 14

15 2nd PLACE Vijay Shah Vijay Shah Jewellers Many of my designs begin with a simple doodle on a piece of paper I enjoy working in a relaxed environment and thrive on the simple things in life that add value and meaning to my existence. I m inspired by my surroundings and the forms within nature. As a designer/goldsmith, I ve never regarded it as work it s a form of relaxation for me. 15

16 Tebogo Molefe SEDA Platinum Incubator I lay looking up at the moon. Its bright reflection appeared to be an illuminated, circular disc Soon its mysterious magic translated into a sketch, before being polished and crafted into a work of art. I guess it s the world around me that inspires me. An image flashing before me becomes a database of inspiration. Daniel Jacobs Daniel Jacobs Jewellery Design Instinct and talent are simply not enough; design is a complex discipline that demands an understanding of a myriad of different elements. I m inspired by the medium itself For me, the art is in designing, interpreting and then executing. It s the thrill and satisfaction of a perfect creation. 16

17 3rd PLACE Tanya White I think of my jewellery as wearable art. Designing is an expression of my innermost feelings. A thought transforms from an emotion into a wearable, moveable piece. I yearn to create a connection between the wearer and the piece. Jewellery should always say something about the wearer. 17

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19 STUDENT CATEGORY Working with platinum is a real challenge, demanding consummate skill and craftsmanship The PlatAfrica Competition sponsorship gives students an opportunity to work with this precious metal in order to hone their skills and technique. Over the past nine years, the quality and standard of student entries have improved dramatically. An astounding 109 student entries were received, an increase of over 40% on last year. The levels of creativity and manufacture were extremely high and the judging criteria had to be strictly applied. All entries had to be the original work of the student and the maximum platinum metal weight for the designs in this category was 50 g. As the calibre of entry has raised the competitive stakes, the judges were forced to discount pieces that did not meet the brief. The skill to interpret a design brief is an important part of the design process. The judges not only looked at the visual aspects of the entries, but also at their commercial viability. After the first round of judging, a total of 50 student designs were finally selected for inclusion in this edition of PlatAfrica. 19

20 CAPE PENINSULA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) was formed with the merger of the Cape Technikon and Peninsula Technikon in January Probably the best-resourced jewellery facility in Africa, the university equips students with the skills to move into the industry or start their own businesses in a professional manner. The university is situated in the heart of Cape Town s CBD and is in close touch with trends in the local industry, particularly the tourist market. The Informatics and Design Faculty offers both a National Diploma and a BTech in Jewellery Design and Manufacture. CPUT s aim is to prepare students for the emerging South African jewellery industry in managerial, marketing and manufacturing capacities, while fostering a strong South African design ethic. In line with its belief in the use of technology to foster global competitiveness, using its own funding, the university has established a platinum studio to broaden the scope of precious metals taught. The course also equips students with the latest technological knowledge in the field of computer-aided design and associated manufacturing processes. CPUT jewellery design students also have access to the new craft and design-focused Centre for Innovation, incorporating an Advanced Manufacturing Technology Strategy (AMTS) fabrication laboratory, commonly referred to as the FabLab. The AMTS FabLab is a cutting-edge facility with the tools and resources to provide aspirant designers from all disciplines with the freedom and resources to conceptualise and create any number of amazing designs. First place in the student category went to Frieda-Marié Theron of CPUT for her ring design inspired by the reflective properties of water. 20 Website link:

21 1st PLACE Frieda-Marié Theron Cape Peninsula University of Technology Her awardwinning ring was inspired by the reflective properties of water the highly polished dome pierced to emulate the swirl of water reflecting in the sphere suspended above. Water, a reflection of two different worlds the light above the depths below. 21

22 Suwaibah Mahomed Cape Peninsula University of Technology Zanya-Leigh Petherbridge Cape Peninsula University of Technology Tracey Lötter Cape Peninsula University of Technology Glenys de Wet Cape Peninsula University of Technology 22 TOP 50 Cape Peninsula University of Technology

23 Hester Wainwright Cape Peninsula University of Technology Yolanda Hollander Cape Peninsula University of Technology Michelle van Wyk Cape Peninsula University of Technology Adéle Eksteen Cape Peninsula University of Technology 23

24 TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY 24 Website link: The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is a proud product of South Africa's first decade of democracy. TUT was established in 2004, with the merging of the former Technikon Northern Gauteng, Technikon North- West and Technikon Pretoria. At the time of the merger, the uniquely South African institutional designation of technikon was dropped in favour of the internationally accepted university of technology designation. While the size and scope of this dynamic institution are impressive, the quality of its teaching, research and community engagement is what makes the university really stand out. The Department of Jewellery Design and Manufacture is based within the Department of Fine and Applied Arts. Its goal is to teach students to develop striking concepts and to craft them carefully until they exactly represent the artist s vision. Anglo Platinum initiated the first of its platinum studios, the Hans Merensky Platinum Jewellery Studio, at the Tshwane University of Technology (then Technikon Pretoria) in September Since then, training in platinum manufacturing skills has developed into a large part of the third-year students practical component. The university s entrepreneurial ethos promotes knowledge and technology providing a professional, world-class education relevant to the needs and aspirations of southern Africa s people. Students are taught the practical housekeeping, design and manufacturing skills unique to platinum, and have consistently fared extremely well in the PlatAfrica Awards Platinum Jewellery Competition. This year, second place went to TUT student, Joyce Coetzee, for her striking neckpiece. The institution s holistic approach in the training of its students ensures a successful future in their post-diploma working environments. Students are given the opportunity to work with different metals (copper, silver, gold and platinum), as well as gems, and also learn how to run their own jewellery businesses.

25 2nd PLACE Joyce Coetzee Tshwane University of Technology The platinum and red perspex pendant, with its myriad of reflections, represents the African heartbeat Beyond the boundaries of culture, a reflection of hope the birth of a new nation. 25

26 Corlia Eloff Tshwane University of Technology Tanya Burger Tshwane University of Technology Louis Buys Tshwane University of Technology Mangaliso Buzani Tshwane University of Technology 26 TOP 50 Tshwane University of Technology

27 Steve Fakude Tshwane University of Technology Philisa Zibi Tshwane University of Technology Richard Ramsden Tshwane University of Technology 27

28 UNIVERSITY OF STELLENBOSCH DEPARTMENT OF VISUAL ARTS 28 Website link: The Department of Visual Arts offers a single BA programme in fine arts the four-year BA (FA) Degree. Creative jewellery design is one of the four study options within this programme and the only course in South Africa offering creative jewellery design and metal techniques as an art form and a degree course at university level. In 2004, Anglo Platinum approved the funding of a precious metal studio in order to facilitate working with platinum metal on the course. With the platinum studio now established, students are able to develop adequate technical skills in the design and manufacture of platinum jewellery. With access to this precious metal, they are able to develop a basic understanding of this unique material and its manipulation. Students experience platinum bench work, as well as experimental casting with the new hot platinum casting machine. The training of highly skilled platinum designer-jewellers who are able and willing to promote the use of this metal for innovative jewellery pieces is central to this project. A bursary scheme funded by Anglo Platinum offers students from historically disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to work in this creative field and become leading designers with specialist knowledge of the aesthetic possibilities afforded by platinum. With rigorous technical, conceptual and academic training as a background, the design and production skills acquired during the four-year degree course enables graduates to run independent studio workshops and to create a name for themselves as practising goldsmith artists contributing to the establishment of a unique South African design tradition. The institution prides itself on being a leading creative workshop. The collaboration between lecturers and students to develop ideas regarding the future of jewellery and to explore expressive directions in tune with contemporary trends in the design world is affirmed by the number of award the students received this year.

29 3rd PLACE Marnell Kirsten University of Stellenbosch Platinum and black diamond earrings, inspired by the transient splendour of a raindrop reflecting both life and infinite beauty. 29

30 Anneke Louw University of Stellenbosch Ingrid Goosen University of Stellenbosch 30 TOP 50 University of Stellenbosch

31 4th PLACE Julme Benade University of Stellenbosch Water Oval earrings inspired by the reflections in a dewdrop or waterfall. The movement of a waterfall captured in the flowing lines and splashes of light reflecting off the tumbling liquid. 31

32 UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG 32 Website link: The University of Johannesburg (UJ) established in December 2005, was part of a major programme restructuring higher education in South Africa. The Soweto and East Rand campuses of Vista University, together with Technikon Witwatersrand (in existence since 1925), merged with Rand Afrikaans University to create the University of Johannesburg. The University of Johannesburg s Faculty of Art Design and Architecture (FADA) has provided tertiary-level tuition for over seven decades and is one of the leading design educational resources in the country. FADA offers vocational and professional programmes and is housed in the newly-designed, custom-built facility at the Auckland Park Bunting Road Campus. This world-class facility consists of a number of customised design studios, including the platinum jewellery studio, sponsored by Anglo Platinum, well-equipped workshops, a dedicated art and design library, computer laboratories and a gallery. The diverse fields of study offered by the faculty include jewellery design and manufacture, ceramics, multimedia, architecture, clothing management, fine art, graphic, interior, fashion and industrial design. Having all these creative entities under one roof ensures interaction and collaboration within these creative fields, encouraging a multidisciplinary approach to art and design education. The jewellery course offers the broad skills required by the jewellery manufacturing industry, ranging from artistic jewellery to custom-designed, hand-crafted jewellery and massproduced commercial jewellery. The Jewellery Design and Manufacture Department is committed to being the leading driver of advanced computeraided design and manufacturing technology in the industry. Students have the option to study for either a national diploma or a B Tech in jewellery design and manufacture.

33 BEST FANTASY PIECE Stacy Williamson University of Johannesburg Mpho Masilo University of Johannesburg Oliver Green University of Johannesburg TOP 50 University of Johannesburg 33

34 FIVE spectacular rings These five extraordinary rings were selected by the judges for this special award... Five Spectacular Rings. Their unique designs and the care with which they were crafted earned each of these students this special recognition. Tiffany Marx Cape Peninsula University of Technology Hawa-Bibi Essa University of Johannesburg 34

35 Idané Burger University of Stellenbosch Nadya Delport University of Stellenbosch Talitha Oosthuizen University of Stellenbosch 35

36 COLLEGE OF CAPE TOWN 36 Website link: The College of Cape Town is one of the oldest colleges in the country, with a history that dates back to the 1900s. It acquired its present name in 2002 when four colleges Sivuyile College, Athlone Technical College, Cape College and the Western Province College merged to form the College of Cape Town. As a leading provider of education and training in largely the Further Education and Training (FET) sector, the College of Cape Town offers its students recognised qualifications that are in demand by commerce and industry. The FET college sector has a vital role to play in the provision of the intermediate to higher-level skills required to support economic growth and development. The College of Cape Town has the resources and the infrastructure to respond to the education and training needs of communities, employers and learners. The College is also central to the skills development requirements of the Western Cape and significantly contributes to the training of a skilled workforce for the province. The college s commitment to excellence in teaching, service delivery and a quality education ensures that graduates are able to work in industry immediately after they have qualified and that they are welcomed in every part of the world. This education and training college plays a fundamental role in training apprentices for the local Cape Town jewellery industry and is well respected among manufacturers. The main purpose of the training is to equip learners with the technical skills to enter a jewellery manufacturing career. The curriculum is biased towards projects that are industrybased and students are given an opportunity to job-shadow and do in-house training with local manufacturers. The outcome of the programme is rapid assimilation of students into the workplace, augmented by a comprehensive portfolio of work, which provides each learner with a viable entry point into the jewellery manufacturing industry.

37 Jane Merrifield College of Cape Town Badrunisa Fredericks College of Cape Town Christina Oosthuizen College of Cape Town TOP 50 College of Cape Town 37

38 DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY Formed with the merger between Technikon Natal and ML Sultan Technikon, the Faculty of Arts at Durban University of Technology (DUT) has a long-standing reputation for producing artists of both national and international stature. The Faculty of Arts offers programmes that are nationally and internationally acclaimed, excelling in training students to unlock their expressive and artistic talents. To assist students whose high school education was not orientated towards the arts, the faculty offers a short bridging programme called the Foundation Course. Its philosophy is based on the notion that human talent and potential are unlimited. Well-qualified and dedicated staff ensure that students get the best education in the arts. The faculty also houses a gallery of art pieces that are of the highest standard. Jewellery students are trained in designing, manufacturing and marketing of jewellery the basic principles for a successful career in the jewellery industry. The course strives to develop competitive edges in all aspects of technological, bench and design skills, giving students the ability to compete both locally and globally. On completion of the course, graduates have no difficulty in coping with the variety of manufacturing and designing functions. Qualified graduates are able to tackle the diverse environments offered by either a small jewellery workshop or a larger jewellery factory. They learn the key skills required to work together as a team and to develop good social relationships with others, able to cooperate and work with total integrity. In addition, they learn the processes required by larger factories including model-making, casting, setting or marketing of the products. The DUT also offers a four-year BTech degree. 38 Website link:

39 Samantha Vincent Durban University of Technology Christy-Anne Bestwick Durban University of Technology TOP 50 Durban University of Technology 39

40 THE SEDA PLATINUM INCUBATOR ORBIT FET 40 Website link: The Platinum Trust of South Africa, in association with a number of key players, launched the country's first platinum beneficiation incubator in Rustenburg. The SEDA Platinum Incubator (SPI) aims to facilitate and promote the beneficiation of platinum group metals. It also promotes small business access to platinum group metals. The first initiative of the incubator focuses on the design and manufacture of platinum jewellery. The training facility, in conjunction with Orbit FET College, opened its doors this year to its first intake of 18 students. The facility aims to address the socio-economic challenges facing this country and to ensure skills transfer to and the upliftment of historically disadvantaged South Africans. The aim of the three-year course is to develop a skills base for industry and the incubator, acting as a feeder system to the workforce as well as developing the entrepreneurial ability of the students so that they can eventually develop their own platinum jewellery businesses. SPI has been instrumental in the development of the course lectures and content. Orbit is already an accredited service provider during the course, students serve an internship at the incubator, putting their newly-acquired skills into practice. This is the only dedicated centre concerned with platinum and group metals in South Africa. The incubator offers state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities, as well as strong links with the South African jewellery retail industry. Some students have participated in the development of platinum jewellery for the Djadji TM brand, marketed through the World of Platinum Marketing, giving them an insight into the commercial aspect of jewellery design. SPI and Orbit College working toward quality future employees to strengthen South Africa's workforce.

41 MOST CONTEMPORARY Angelique Phillips Orbit FET College (SEDA) MOST UNIQUE Marthinus Naudé Andreas Salver Jewellery 41

42 Hannes Roos Daniel Jacobs Jewellery Training Centre Talitha Rossouw Daniel Jacobs Jewellery Training Centre Lelani Adlam Daniel Jacobs Jewellery Training Centre 42 TOP 50 Daniel Jacobs Jewellery Training Centre

43 Thea Pretorius Port Elizabeth College Absalom Khumalo Magda Nieman Jewellery Studio TOP 50 Port Elizabeth College and Magda Nieman Jewellery Studio 43

44 Ralf Finke Manic Monday Yolandi van Zyl Manic Monday Vida Potgieter Manic Monday Lorean Britz Manic Monday Lavinia Sebastian Manic Monday 44 TOP 50 Manic Monday

45 Pritesh Soni Woosh Designs Kgotsofatso Mashigo Woosh Designs Bharti Pillay Woosh Designs TOP 50 Woosh Designs 45

46 PROFESSIONAL PARTICIPANTS IN THE PLATAFRICA 2007 COMPETITION Professional category: Andreas Salver Jewellery Vivek Parshotam Art Jewellery Gallery Linki van Zyl* Carla Frank Carla Frank* Christiaan H Smook Christiaan Smook CRB Jewellers Chris Barnard Daniel Jacobs Jewellery Design Daniel Jacobs Edward Botha Edward Botha Eska Claire Designer Jewellery Eska Claire Jansen van Vuuren Fabian s Designer Jewellery Manufacturer Fabian Athiah Tanya White Tanya White* manufactured by Bridget Alves of Gold Allure Jeanco Jewellers Mananka Ommer Joy Jewellery Manufacture & Design Joy Massyn Kirti Jewellers Kirtikumar Devjee Krankli Wild Kevin Friedman Leggo & Rohm Design Toni Ausserhoffer Lise-Marie Lise-Marie Fogwell LV Jewels Linti Venter Marius Botha Marius Botha Neoteric Business Innovations Sholto Forsyth Ngwenya Glass Riette Voster Rowland Cain Jewellers Rowland Cain SEDA Platinum Incubator Tebogo Godwin Molefe Bongani Ntshangase Mongezi Sazela Studio C M Bennet Althea Dunn Shane Harris Pierre Nel Emmanuel Taliakis Chris van Rensburg Darren Venter Van der Bank Jewellers Andre van der Bank in conjunction with Brendan Taylor and Helene Lange Vijay Shah Jewellers Vijay Shah* Woosh Designs Wooshen Pillay Work of Art Jewellery Studios Jaco Roux Wouter Schreuders Wouter Schreuders 46

47 STUDENT PARTICIPANTS IN THE PLATAFRICA 2007 COMPETITION Students and apprentices together with their companies, tertiary and training institutions that participated Andreas Salver Jewellery Marthinus Naudé* Cape Peninsula University of Technology Glenys de Wet Claire Drysdale Adéle Eksteen Yolanda Hollander Heidi Liebenberg Tracey Lötter Jill Loubser Shakil Mahomed Suwaibah Mahomed Tiffany Marx* Zanya-Leigh Petherbridge Frieda-Marié Theron* Michelle van Wyk Hester Wainwright Jeannie Walker College of Cape Town Arlene Boonzaaier Liziwe Dabula Leo de Beer Badrunisa Fredericks Andrea Hopkins Candice Jacobs Zhuoshu Liebenberg Jane Merrifield Christina Oosthuizen Rabia Peet Monique Solomons Juan-Pierre Strydom Carmen Swanepoel Rayno Swart Daniel Jacobs Jewellery Training Centre Lelani Adlam Hannes Roos Talitha Rossouw Durban University of Technology Stephane Barbeau Christy-Anne Bestwick Jadi Clark Kelly Meyers Lusanda Mgugudo Perusha Naidoo Nicholas Rose Babalo Rozani Jacqui-Lee Stephan Samantha Vincent David Vitri Magda Nieman Jewellery Studio Absalom Khumalo Manic Monday Lorean Britz Ralf Finke Vida Potgieter Lavinia Sebastian Yolandi van Zyl Orbit FET College (SEDA) Tshepo Molope Angelique Phillips* Port Elizabeth College Robyn Harvey Thea Pretorius Tshwane University of Technology Chandré Beukes Ingrid Botha Yolande Botha Marlize Botma Tanya Burger Louis Buys Mangaliso Buzani Joyce Coetzee* Corlia Eloff Steve Fakude Erika Fourie Neil Fourie Werner Grové Riaan Jansen van Rensburg Ryno Joubert Liezl Miller Brünhilde Mogadime Matshadi Mogoaladi Arno Neff Inge Nysschen Cayleigh-Jay Ponton Richard Ramsden Mariska Roothman Carlé Rothero Catherine Sizer Jessica Smith Lauren Taylor Yushu Wang Philisa Zibi University of Johannesburg Henriette Botha Hannes du Toit Hawa-Bibi Essa* Oliver Green Phiko Gubula Mpho Masilo Jonathan Minter Gavin Siti Sonelle Swanepoel Natasha Visser Stacy Williamson* University of Stellenbosch Julme Benade* Idané Burger* Zuyda Burger Therèse de Villiers Nadya Delport* Ingrid Goosen Marnell Kirsten* Anneke Louw Talitha Oosthuizen* Em-Renke Schutte Christa Zietsman Woosh Designs Kgotsofatso Mashigo Bharti Pillay Pritesh Soni * Award-winners for PlatAfrica

48 OUR SPONSORS Anglo Platinum Anglo Platinum is the major sponsor of the competition, providing financial and organisational support. The company s desire to grow the South African platinum jewellery design industry and to add value to the country s natural resource in both local and international markets has grown the PlatAfrica Competition into an eagerly-awaited, annual event. Johnson Matthey (SA) The PlatAfrica 2007 Competition gratefully acknowledges the support of Johnson Matthey, largest fabricator and distributor of platinum group metals in the world, for the sponsorship of the platinum metal used by participants in the competition. Metal Concentrators The PlatAfrica 2007 Competition expresses sincere thanks to everyone at Metal Concentrators who gave their time and commitment to ensuring the success of the event. Their input and organisational support have been invaluable. For more information, contact: 48 Platinum contact Michael Joseph on for further information. Palladium contact Steven Voster on for further information.