PERSPECTIVE 精辟视野 36 | JNA March/April 2024 gives students an introductory understanding of the jewellery world through several aspects. Gemmology classes, where students learn the different characteristics of gemstones, are always popular. Savoir-Faire is also sought after since it offers hands-on experience in our Design Studio or Atelier. Diamond Grading, meanwhile, helps consumers understand the qualities of diamonds. L’ÉCOLE is open to anyone – collectors and beginners, including young people. We also offer a vast resource of educational materials. JNA: L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific opened its third permanent campus in Shanghai in September 2023. How is the market response in China? Segura: The general feedback was positive as many courses and conversations were fully booked in our first week. We also opened a permanent campus in Dubai, which hosts free exhibitions and talks. Courses will be offered beginning 2024. We likewise conduct talks, workshops and ‘nomadic’ schools in other cities like Lyon and Seoul. Overall, our aim is to provide more accessible educational programmes across the globe. JNA: What will be the focus of L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific moving forward with you as managing director? Segura: We plan to develop new research projects in Hong Kong, which has a long jewellery history. Extensive L’ÉCOLE Asia-Pacific, School of Jewelry Arts, which is supported by Van Cleef & Arpels, is eyeing fresh initiatives towards its mandate to provide comprehensible gemmological education that is within reach of trade professionals and the public alike. Olivier Segura, managing director of L’ÉCOLE Asia-Pacific, sits down with JNA to shine the spotlight on the institute’s innovative courses and partnerships in 2024. JNA: Name at least three of L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific’s significant accomplishments in the past year. Olivier Segura: One milestone is the opening of L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific’s 7th exhibition, “An Eye for Beauty, the Illuminata Jewelry Collection.” It was one of two successful exhibitions in 2023 that featured works of art never before shown to the public. We are also back to full capacity postpandemic. In addition, we launched new courses in 2023, including Diamond Grading, which is a rising favourite among students, as well as new jewellery workshops for students aged 13 to 17. JNA: What were the most sought-after courses in 2023 and what do these indicate in terms of consumer awareness of and appreciation for jewellery in the region? Segura: Our courses are based on three pillars – Savoir Faire, Art History of Jewelry and The World of Gemstones. This 现代珠宝教育先驱 Advocating for jewellery education in a modern world | Bernardette Sto. Domingo 杜明高 | L’ÉCOLE Asia-Pacific, School of Jewelry Arts is charting new paths for the gem and jewellery trade in 2024 as it aims to further democratise gemmological education and make it readily accessible to a wider audience. L’ÉCOLE珠宝艺术学院亚太区分校在2024年， 为宝石和珠宝行业开拓崭新道路，让普罗大众更易于接触宝石艺术。 Olivier Segura, managing director of L’ÉCOLE Asia-Pacific L’ÉCOLE亚太区分校董事总经理Olivier Segura
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