PlatAfrica 2025
New Horizon
In dawning glow, where dreams take flight, designs emerge from the first of light. New forms, new fashions, new meanings — the future of jewellery, new beginnings. Horizon’s promise shines far and bright, a canvas of future in platinum white. Through artistry’s lens, we boldly go, crafting value for a better world.
The term “horizon” symbolizes looking towards the future. Designers might explore emerging trends, materials, or technologies that could shape the future of jewellery. “New” implies fresh, original, or unique ideas. New Horizon encourages participants to push boundaries and think beyond traditional norms. It invites designers to envision what is possible beyond current limitations in craftsmanship and aesthetics.
A focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing may also align with this theme, encouraging designs that reflect awareness of global issues while projecting a hopeful vision for the future. New Horizon symbolizes new beginnings and opportunities. Designs could incorporate elements that represent growth, innovation, exploration, or transformation.
PlatAfrica 2025 – New Horizon is looking for design creativity that looks ahead while considering broader implications in society and culture within the field of jewellery design.
The
expressive
power of
white
Platinum is the perfect canvas. As a precious metal, it is naturally white and highly durable, making the material itself the protagonist. Its authenticity offers consumers the transparency they increasingly seek.
The purity of white acts as a blank canvas for striking expression. Intricate details and textures enhance both classic and fluid shapes, allowing platinum to speak for itself through design.
This versatile material is appropriate for all occasions, meeting the complex and varied needs of today’s consumer. It aligns with the growing focus on owning fewer, high-quality products that last a lifetime.
Striking shapes, surfaces, and textures emphasize the inherent quality of the material, giving it a timeless and expressive power.
Competition details
Competition Categories
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Student/Apprentice: Max 20g platinum
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Open to individuals with up to 7 years’ experience.
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If a participant has made the Top Ten twice, they must enter the Professional category going forward.
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Professional: Max 100g platinum
Entry Requirements
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Complete Annexure 1 to apply for metal.
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Design and manufacture one piece of jewellery fitting the “New Horizon” theme.
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Platinum must be central to the design; other materials can be used but won’t be refunded or recovered.
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You may use any manufacturing process.
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Special stones or separable materials may be returned after the competition (at your own cost if by courier).
Judging Criteria
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Creativity and originality
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Interpretation of the theme
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Delivery on design expectations
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Technical excellence
Judging Criteria
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Metal requests due: No later than 30 May 2025
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MetCon casting: 27 June 2025
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Final submission: 25 July 2025 (No late entries accepted)
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Judging: August 2025
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Awards ceremony: 24 October 2025 (invitation only)