THank you

THank you

OPUS 2025 has been planned and presented by the graduating artists from 
Melbourne Polytechnic’s Advanced Diploma of Jewellery and Object Design. 

We are deeply grateful to everyone who has contributed their time, energy, and creativity to bring this exhibition to life. 

With Special Thanks To

Belinda Newick — Program Leader

Jewellery and Object Design Teachers

Michelle Cangiano · Lynley Traeger · Anna Clynes · Chris Bahng · Gary Swift · Romy Mittleman · Mary Hackett · Sarah Heyward · Jarrad McErlain · Yuki Mathwin · Renee Pellizzaro · Natasha Arcuri · Holly Gregory · Roxanne Watts · Michelle McIntyre · Michelle Stewart

Nick Hackett — Jewellery and Object Technician

Hayley Eberbach — Jewellery and Object Administrative Assistant  

We also thank the Creative Arts Department, in particular Andrew Gannon - Creative Arts Manager, for their ongoing support.

Generous Sponsors and Supporters

This exhibition is proudly supported by Melbourne Polytechnic and further proudly supported by the City of Darebin’s Community Grants Program.

We would like to thank our generous sponsors:

AJS (Australian Jewellers Supplies) · APECS Casting · e.g.etal · Ellinor Mazza · Gold & Silversmiths Guild of Australia (GSGA) · John Lazos and Associates · Koodak · O’Neils Affiliated · Studio Ingot

We also extend our thanks to all auction donors.

Your generous donations play a vital role in supporting our fundraising efforts toward our graduate exhibition.

Guest Speakers

Phil Murray – Coordinator at Koorie Services Centre, Melbourne Polytechnic

Mark Edgoose – Senior Lecturer and Studio Lead G&S RMIT

Laura Deakin – Contemporary Jeweller

Tom Golin – Head of Jewellery and Metal studio – Jam Factory

Danielle Barrie – Jewellery and object designer / maker – Jam Factory

Vicki Mason – Contemporary Jeweller

Lauren Trojkovic – Contemporary Jeweller

Nicola Bryant – Craft - Program and Exhibition Coordinator

Desma Noble – Goldsmith, Gemmologist and GSGA member

Tim Peel – Goldsmith, GSGA Fellow

Ian Dun – GAA Federal President

Photography & Visual Media

Henry Trumble — Product and Portrait Photography for Website

Nick Thorley — Photography

Sean Payne — Assisting Photography for Auction  

Family and Friends

Finally, to our families, friends, and the wider community.

We thank you for your constant encouragement and belief in our creative journey.