[Jewelry making - Article 00342] - Re: [Orchid] Designer's jewelry Production

[Lee Lyssimachou]

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Hey Charolette,

    I work on occasion with a painter who wants metal parts done for her
    paintings in gold, silver and bronze. So I guess my situation is
    kinda like yours. Anyway there are a few things that you need to
    think about. 

    1. Has this person seen your work? You need to show the level of
    work you do so it would be a good idea to have a few pieces or
    photos of pieces with you. 

    2. Do you know the volume of work that will be asked of you? If you
    specialize in hand made jewellery and do not have any experience in
    production jewellery you should ask yourself this question. You
    should think whether you'll be able to handle the amount of work
    asked of you in a given time. If not then be honest. It's better to
    say that you need more time up front than to promise a delivery date
    and then go back on your word. 

    3. You have to consider that a designer will have to sell retail so
    your work will have to be priced accordingly. Furthermore you'll
    have to think whether this work is really worth your time and
    effort. There are some jobs that really aren't worth doing if the
    production run is very limited and the prices very low. 

    4. Last but not least, be honest. Say what's on your mind and just
    be yourself. You're not applying for a job. This person has come to
    you (right?). Therefore be friendly and relaxed. If there's
    something you don't agree with then say it. I found in the past that
    because I wanted a job very badly I would not say things that
    bothered me and I ended up paying for it. 

    Anyway hope that helps. I hope I didn't sound too morbid. 

Lee Lyssimachou
Lee Feenix Art Workshop
Greece


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