On Wednesday, 2nd July, we hosted our HNC Final Show & BA (Hons) Showcase, showcasing the jewellery of 22 graduating students from their final year of study.

The atmosphere at BAJ Camden was buzzing with excitement as over 85 industry guests, students, and staff came together to celebrate the artistry of two graduating HNC Jewellery cohorts. A workbench was dedicated to each student, allowing them to carefully curate their space to highlight their work and individual style.

Guests were able to explore each student’s uniquely designed space, which displayed pieces from multiple projects, including the bespoke Engagement Ring project with Lewis Malka, the AI & Jewellery project with Sara Peymanpour and the Jewellery with Hidden Compartments project.

A number of awards were then announced and presented to high-achieving students by Nicholas Yiannarakis and the respective industry sponsor.

“I’m proud to be part of the team that has supported this fantastic group of students throughout the year. This show is the result of months of hard work, creative thinking, and hands-on making — a culmination of creative exploration across a wide range of techniques, ideas, and materials.” – Nicholas Yiannarakis (HE Lecturer)

Awards

CAD Rising Star Award

Awarded by Jack Meyer, to Laura Obrador

This award is given to a student who has shown remarkable progress, creativity, and dedication over the course of the year.

Prize: A 1 hour design and business development consultation with Jack.

The Martin Prinsloo Award for Craft & Stone

Awarded by Martin Prinsloo, to Lesia Likiza

This award recognises a student who has shown real sensitivity and skill in working with materials — especially gemstones.

Prize: An exquisitely cut precious gem from Martin’s collection

The Colour & Texture in Jewellery Award

Awarded by Bekkie Cheeseman to Sebastian Sands and Mario Dariescu

This award celebrates bold design — rich with colour, texture, and material experimentation, recognising a student’s creative risk-taking and ability to produce visually striking, tactile pieces.

Prize:  Bekkie Ora Cheeseman and Nina Gilbey’s Book, ‘Colour and Textures in Jewellery’.

The Sara Peymanpour Mentorship Prize for Emerging Talent

Awarded by Sara Peymanpour, to Nele Pascher

This award goes to a student who has shown curiosity, commitment, and a real drive to grow — both creatively and intellectually.

Prize: A 1 hour mentorship session with Sara.

Manufacture Lead & HE Lecturer Bekkie Cheeseman expressed her thoughts after the show, saying: “We couldn’t be prouder of our HNC students and everything they’ve achieved at BAJ. The final show was a powerful celebration of their creativity, craftsmanship, and growth, highlighting the incredible talent of London’s next generation of jewellers. We’re also hugely thankful to our generous sponsors, whose support and prizes helped make the evening even more special. It was a night to remember—one that truly honoured the future of jewellery design.”

Many of BAJ’s graduating students are now preparing to progress to further studies or enter the industry with confidence, backed by the real-world experience and portfolio they’ve developed at BAJ. The event not only celebrated their creative journey so far, but also marked an exciting springboard into their future careers.

To see more of our students work, and BTS of their projects, head to our socials here.