GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY hosts “Contemporary Studio Jewelry in Georgia” at its Savannah campus from March 11 through April 3, 2026. This exhibition features contemporary studio jewelry by about two dozen artists in and connected to the state of Georgia. It examines centers of education, networks, and markets within the state and highlights many works influenced by the region, and is curated by Ornament contributor Ashley Callahan. Artists include Christina Lemon, Mary Hallam Pearse, Ashley Buchanan, Barbara Mann, Dierra Jones, and Abigail Heuss. Shown: Ode to Georgia by Mary Hallam Pearse of flocking, silver, topaz, amber, and costume jewelry, 2011. Photograph by the artist. Collection of the artist.

Georgia Southern Armstrong Campus Fine Art Gallery, 11935 Abercorn Street, Savannah, Georgia 31419; 912.478.4636; ww2.georgiasouthern.edu/cah/cat/gallery.