Charles Pinckney Designs

Born: Raleigh, N.C.

Resides: Hamilton, GA

Military Service: U.S. Navy 1957-1967

Education:

* AAS School for American Crafts, Rochester Institute, NY 1969

* BFA School for American Crafts, Rochester Institute, NY 1971

* MFA School for American Crafts, Rochester Institute, NY 1972

Major: Metal Crafts and Jewelry; Major Professors: Hans Christensen and Albert Paley

Occupation:

*Professor of Jewelry and Metalsmithing, Bowling Green State University, 1972-1978.

*Professor of Jewelry and Metalsmithing, Iowa State University, 1978-2001. Taught courses at all levels of jewelry and metalsmithing and worked independently as a jeweler, metalsmith and consultant.

*Professor Emeritus, Iowa State University, 2001 to present.

Academic and Honorary Organizations: Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, 1971 - present

Professional Organizations:

Society of North American Goldsmiths, Distinguished Member

American Crafts Council

Publications:

1983 Jewelry: Contemporary Design and Technique. by Chuck Evans. Published by Davis Publications, 267 pages, Currently in 7th printing.

1979 Metalworking for Jewelry. by Timothy McCreight. The book includes photos of my work, technical contributions, and proofing of manuscript by me.

1979 Jewelry Making: For Craftsmen and Tradesmen. by Murry Bovin.

1977 Decorative and Sculptural Ironwork. by Donna Meilach. The book includes photos of my work.

1976 Contemporary Jewelry. by Phillip Morton, revised edition. The book includes photos of my work and extensive technical contributions.

1976. The Working Craftsman Magazine. Summer Issue.