PlatAfrica 2015 Brochure - Anglo American Platinum

STUDENT WINNERS
PROFESSIONAL WINNERS
P R O F E S S I O N A L C AT E G O R Y
OT H E R P R O F E S S I O N A L PA R T I C I PA N T S
Altin Jewellers − Liezl Botha, David de Lange and Hesti Prinsloo
Dadivine Creations − Gift Mosala
Gold Investments − Rajesh Shah and Sudhir Shah
Keith White Design − Mpho Helepi, Maki Maphisa, William Ngomane, Thuto Pule and
Raisebe Tlomatsana
Omardien − Tasliem Omardien
Prins & Prins Diamonds − Aimeé Bredenkamp
SEDA Platinum Incubator − Peter Nkesi and Bhekisisa Zaca
Woosh Designs Jewellery Studio − Wooshen Pillay
S T U D E N T C AT E G O R Y
* Student top 20
HONOURABLE MENTIONS
Karin Niehaus
Vuyiseka Luke − Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Sakhile Ndawo − College of Cape Town
Jennifer Pienaar − Jack Friedman Jewellers
Madeli Viljoen − Tshwane University of Technology
Jack Friedman Jewellers
SPECIAL MENTIONS
1st place
1st place
Bhekithemba
Ngema
Ben & Co Designs
Jongane Mzukwa − Keith White Design – Black & White Training Programme
Khanya Mthethwa − Mizane Manufacturing Jewellers
Senza Khoza − SEDA Platinum Incubator
Andile Mbeje − Tshwane University of Technology
OT H E R S T U D E N T PA R T I C I PA N T S
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
R Davis, A du Toit, A Holloway, D Jamie, T Jara, B Johnson, U Jonas*, I Manuel*,
A Mohamad*, S Pakela, L Pearce, B Song, F Wagbafor, A Wiedeking and K Witbooi
College of Cape Town
T Mophakoti, A Ngxongo, T Zhang and L Zindlo
Durban University of Technology
C Benson, R Coetzee, D Davies, N Ghirao, M Hlengwa, I Lu, S Moodley, L Myeza,
J Reilander, S Turner, A Vencatasawmy and S Zodala
Jack Friedman Jewellers
N Becker and A Havenga*
Keith White Design – Black & White Training Programme
N Baloyi, B Kepadisa, S Khumalo*, T Lekota, G Malebo, D Mapedi*, K Masai,
L Mphirime, L Sebotoma, Z Shongwe and Z Vilakazi
Mizane Manufacturing Jewellers
J Bischoff*, S Hlela, S Mbelu , B Mbeje and S Mbelu, assisted by Brandt
NID College
R Carstens, M Matshaba, S Mfatuzo, B Ntshekisang and C Williams
Prins and Prins Diamonds/Aurum Art
M Chitka, U Francke and R Taylor
Ruth Prowse School of Art
A Brandt, C Glenister, M Liao and T Maimin, assisted by Safia Salaam
SEDA Platinum Incubator
K Busang, S Diamond, P Dube, A Gericke, F Ismail*, T Small and L Xhwantini
Stellenbosch University
M Bester, S Borain, L Ju, G Kaplan, D Kinder, E Louw, G Mather-Price, D Nell,
L Rossouw and L Strauss
Tshwane University of Technology
L Labuschagne, L Machinini, T Makgatho, N Mhlongo*, L Molaba, H Moremi, S Zama,
N Dhlamini, D Ho Tong, A Khan, Z Khuzwayo, P Kotani, T Mashego, M Mogotlane,
M Morgan, N Mseleku and L Vena
Vijay Shah Jewellers
N Shah
2nd place
Jefta Mtole
Altin Jewellers
2nd place
Johan Bothma
Altin Jewellers
3rd place
3rd place
Karoelien Pretorius
Anne Manaczynski
Stellenbosch University
Anaczynski Jewellery
PROFESSIOAL
CATEGORY
STUDENT CATEGORY
Honourable Mention
Honourable Mention
Siyabonga Cele
Nikiwe Nellie Matebula
Mizane Jewellers
Honourable Mention
MAGNIFICENT SEVEN
Jennifer Pienaar Jack Friedman Jewellers
Honourable Mention
Madeli Viljoen
Tshwane University
The annual PlatAfrica competition has become synonymous with
excellence in platinum jewellery design and manufacture and is one
of Anglo American Platinum’s key beneficiation activities. While the
company’s core competence is in mining and refining platinum, it
facilitates and invests in developing markets for platinum group
metals, with a focus on local beneficiation. The competition showcases
not only the beauty of platinum, but also the remarkable talent of
our local designers. This year, we looked beyond our borders to the
worlds’ second-largest platinum jewellery market for inspiration – India.
STUDIO C
Chris van Rensburg
The Indian tradition of ornate bridal jewellery dates back thousands
of years and remains an integral part of that county’s lifestyle and
culture. It is renowned for its visual appeal and whereas gold
jewellery dominated designs in the past, modern brides are moving
towards innovative designer jewellery made from platinum, true to
tradition, yet contemporary in design.
Keith White Design
The Magnificent Seven provided an opportunity for some of South Africa’s leading platinum designers
to create a collection using up to 300 g of platinum for the Indian bridal couple of the future.
JACK FRIEDMAN
JEWELLERS
Oliver Green
of Technology
NIEMAN JEWELLERS
4th place and
Winning Collection
Magda Nieman with
Brendan Cloete and
Sanet de Lange,
Angelique Anderson
Dorathea Annandale and
Tshwane University of
Joy Massyn
Abram Mathabatha,
ANDREAS SALVER
Andreas Salver
Technology
Honourable Mention
In celebration of South Africa’s abundant mineral wealth and, in
particular, the beauty of platinum, the theme for PlatAfrica 2015
challenged both professional and student designers to create
platinum jewellery for the bridal couple that would be simple, yet
meaningful, modern, yet respectful of tradition and elegant, yet
making a statement. A futuristic professional showcase was also
launched this year. In celebration of Metal Concentrators’ 25th
anniversary, the Magnificent Seven provided an opportunity for some
of South Africa’s leading platinum designers to create a collection
using up to 300 g of platinum for the Indian bride of the future.
Platinum jewellery remains one of the most sought-after items
and South Africa supplies approximately 80% of global demand for
this rare metal. The competition is designed to give local students
and professionals the opportunity to work with it. Students not only
benefit from personally handling platinum and learning about its
strengths and capabilities, but also develop the skills required for
designing and manufacturing it.
The quality and creativity of this year’s pieces truly reflect South
Africa’s talent and passion for platinum design.
Vuyiseka Luke
Cape Peninsula
University of Technology
SPONSORSHIP ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Without the generous support of Anglo American Platinum and
Metal Concentrators, this competition would not be possible.
JUDGES
Sincere thanks to Veronica Anderson, Kirtikumar Devjee,
Johan Louw and Avashnee Vandiar for their time and dedication.
(centre photo)
VIJAY SHAH JEWELLERS
PARTICIPATION ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
To the professional, apprentice and student designers, as well as
the various institutions: the entries this year have been exceptional.
Thank you all for your efforts and for showcasing your truly South
African talents. We greatly value your support and contribution to
the competition!
Vijay Shah
Honourable Mention
KIRTI JEWELLERS
Sakhile Ndawo − College of Cape Town
Kirtikumar Devjee
CARI MARI
Cari Mari Wilsenach
For more inspiration from our talented local designers, visit:
www.angloamericanplatinum.com, click on “Beneficiation” and view
the PlatAfrica 2015 Collection.