FellowshipApplicants must have experience consisting of a
minimum of four years' training followed by not less then ten years'
full-time employment within the trade. In addition applicants may be
required to attend an interview where their work can be examined.
Fellowship permits at once the right to use the distinctive letters FIPG and
to use the IPG punch mark on their work. Every Fellow receives a
certificate and can be included on the IPG website if they wish. All
Fellows receive the IPG Magazine, the Drillstock, and are able to
participate in Institute activities.
Membership
Applicants for
membership are seen as potential Fellows of the Institute. They must
have experience consisting of a minimum of 4 years training and be
practising their craft. They will be required to attend an interview
where their work can be examined. Once accepted as a member they will
receive a certificate, the Drillstock and will be able to participate in all
Institute activities. However, the Members will not be able to use the
IPG logo or use the IPG punch mark on their work. Nor will they be
eligible for entry on the IPG website. Once accepted as a member they
will be informed when they will be expected to apply for Fellowship.
If you are interested in joining the Institute of Professional Goldsmiths
as either Fellow or a Member please call 020 3004 9806 or e-mail
info@ipgold.org.uk for further information
