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Students from Moscow colleges have won and placed first in the International Competition for Young Jewelry Designers. It was held as part of the Junwex Moscow international jewelry and watch industry exhibition. The awards went to students from the P.A. Ovchinnikov Polytechnic College, the First Moscow Educational Complex, and Entrepreneurship College No. 11. The press service of the Moscow college reported this. Department of Education and Science.
"The extensive practical training and modern workshop equipment at Moscow's colleges allow students to hone their skills to perfection. They master both traditional metal and stoneworking techniques and modern methods, including 3D modeling. International victories are not only a personal achievement but also a testament to the high quality of Moscow education. Graduates acquire sought-after skills and the opportunity to participate in real-world projects, such as creating joint collections with renowned brands," the department's press service reported.
First place in the category “Transformation and Interactivity: Jewelry Art of the Future” was taken by a graduate Polytechnic College named after P.A. Ovchinnikov Anastasia Grzhibovskaya created the "Hunt" brooch, inspired by the aesthetics of Russian hound hunting. The jury praised the combination of artistic concept and technical execution.
Other competition participants also drew on Russian culture in their work. For example, Maria Volkova, a third-year student at the P.A. Ovchinnikov Polytechnic College, created a firebird-shaped piece of jewelry made of nickel silver, enamel, and cubic zirconia. Second-year student Suzanne Lebedeva created a Chou-fleur-style design, featuring a kokoshnik with a sapphire at the center.
Students from the First Moscow Educational Complex submitted seven works to the competition. Among them was the "Gift of Aphrodite" set by Maria Firsutova, based on ancient myths and the calla lily. Daria Maryenko presented the "Olive Grove" bracelet, inspired by the paintings of Vincent van Gogh. Another work submitted to the competition was the "Bohemian Chic" necklace by Victoria Karpovich.
"Participating in the competition is an important step for me and an opportunity to establish myself in the professional community. Jewelers are in high demand today, as people value unique pieces with a story. My piece, 'Bohemian Chic,' was created for special occasions: I aimed to convey luxury and elegance through intricate handcrafting. Every detail is not only carved but also engraved, and the woven beaded chain adds a finishing touch," shared Victoria Karpovich.
Fyodor Korolkov, Anton Samoilov, and Yegor Puzyrev, final-year students at College of Entrepreneurship No. 11, presented their "Russian Forest" collection. It features a series of brooches adorned with oak, maple, and birch leaves.
The winning entries received a jewelry passport—an official document certifying their artistic merit. The best projects will be on display at the "Junwex Petersburg 2026" and "Junwex New Russian Style 2026" exhibitions. The winners' names will also be included in the honorary book "Chronicle of Russian Jewelry Art in the 21st Century."
"The Junwex jewelry exhibition has traditionally been a vital part of the jewelry industry ecosystem, and the extensive participation of Moscow colleges is a cornerstone of our business and exhibition program. We highly value not only the competition entries but also the students' comprehensive contributions—from pitching and master classes to volunteering, organizing an independent exhibition, and, most significantly, a full-fledged fashion show that the students independently prepared and executed. This multifaceted experience allows future professionals to experience the full creative project cycle—from concept to presentation to the professional community—while still in college," noted Tatyana Budnaya, Deputy General Director of Junwex Media Holding.
In addition to the competition, a separate exhibition of student work was held, which generated great interest among the guests. Students also contributed to the work of the "Yuvelirnaya Rossiya" magazine, participated in the creation of media content, and conducted surveys. The program included a project pitching session, a master class by designer Marina Magic, and a fashion show of graduate collections. College of Entrepreneurship No. 11The exhibition concluded with an awards ceremony for the winners.
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