Find vibrant, one-of-a-kind, student-made jewelry and ceramics at the annual School of Art and Design sales
If you're on the hunt for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts or special pieces to brighten up your home, the annual jewelry and ceramics sales at San Diego State University’s School of Art and Design have you covered.
This November and December, SDSU’s talented art students in the Jewelry Co-op and Ceramics Arts Association will showcase and sell their handcrafted creations, offering a unique chance to support local artistry and find something truly special.
The jewelry sale will take place on Nov. 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m in the Art South lobby, and the ceramics sale will take place on Dec. 4 and 5 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Art South, as well as the Flor y Canto Gallery.
These events are special for students, as they only occur once or twice a year, but can take months of work due to the concentration required to create this type of art.
“A lot of our students prepare for this all year,” said Jennifer Galarza, the office, public relations, and events coordinator of the School of Art and Design. “I think it’s a good part of a professional practice to sell your work and to show it to the public.”
According to Galarza, the annual sale helps students take their first step into the professional world as artists and creatives.
Profits from the jewelry sale support the SDSU Jewelry Co-op, and funds from the ceramics sale will support the SDSU Ceramic Arts Association to fund club activities and support students in their professional journeys.
“It’s a fantastic chance for (students) to learn how to price their work and begin building a reputation in ceramics,” said Reanna Navarro, the president of the Ceramic Arts Association. “I’m also looking forward to seeing familiar faces return—faculty, students, and alumni come every year to support the club, and it’s so rewarding to see our community come together for us.”
Navarro said preparations for the ceramics sale have consisted of students “working tirelessly all month to create enough pieces.” She also expressed her deep appreciation of everyone’s efforts, especially her board members who have helped ensure everything runs smoothly.
“The sale is incredibly beneficial for our club,” Navarro said. “It’s a unique opportunity to showcase their creativity and hard work to a broader audience. Not only does it allow them to gain experience in marketing their work and setting fair prices, but it also boosts their confidence as emerging artists.”
Navarro added that the sale will allow students to see their pieces resonate with buyers, affirming their skills and vision, as well as helping to support student activities, workshops, and materials.
“The sale is a really good opportunity for our community to see each other's work and gives us an opportunity to learn how to price and market our work,” said Lila Zeichner, the president of the SDSU Jewelry Co-op. “The first sale I ever helped with, I sold a pair of earrings for $100, which was a huge confidence boost for me and helped me realize that customers see value in the work that I make.”
“Overall, the sale fosters both artistic and professional growth for our members, creating a sense of pride and shared accomplishment,” Navarro said.
