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Amanda wins jewellery medal

Umina resident Amanda Campbell has been awarded a TAFE NSW state medal for outstanding achievement in the jewellery trade.

Ms Campbell was presented with the medal on Friday, May 20.

The 23-year-old received one of only 57 medals, which were presented to Sydney Institute graduates.

Ms Campbell recently completed a three year Jewellery Trade Certificate III at Enmore Design Centre and secured first place in NSW with her outstanding jewellery.

Ms Campbell had to complete three pieces of jewellery for her final project, including an 18ct yellow and white gold shell brooch-pendant which she hand-carved the shape from wax.

The shell was set with white and champagne diamonds, hanging on a strand of peridot beads with Tahitian and South Sea pearls.

Ms Campbell said that her success would not have been possible without the guidance and support of her employer, Mr Russell Carr, of NV Designer Jewellery, East Gosford.

Mr Carr has also recently been the recipient of an award at the Jewellery Association of Australia Bi-annual Awards for a black and white diamond, mabé pearl pendant.

"I have been lucky to be doing my apprenticeship under such a great jeweller," Ms Campbell said.

"I think it has really contributed to me achieving such a great result."

Of his apprentice, Russell Carr said: "This award is a credit to Amanda.

"From the beginning, I have observed her dedication and commitment to her chosen trade.

"This combined with her natural ability and artistic flair is apparent by the quality of the jewellery that she produces.

"Amanda is a true asset and I am looking forward to our continued working relationship."

Press release, May 16 Rebecca Campbell