In celebration of LOOT: MAD about Jewelry, the Artist Studios will host a rotating cast of innovative jewelers in residence on the sixth floor. Guests are encouraged to stop by and talk to them about their processes, materials and concepts. Featured artists include David Mandel, known for his innovative use of color and crystals in fashion jewelry, and Patrice Yourdon, who works with sewn mesh fabric and screws to twist conceptions of texture and adornment.

From October 6-10, 2014, The Museum of Arts and Design will present LOOT: MAD about Jewelry, its annual exhibition and sale featuring designs from 50 emerging and acclaimed international jewelry artists. Now in its 14^th edition, LOOT has become known as the ultimate pop-up shop for contemporary artist-made jewelry, where collectors and jewelry enthusiasts have the rare opportunity to meet and acquire pieces from some of the most innovative creators in the field. LOOT is in keeping with the long-standing commitment of the Museum of Arts and Design to present jewelry as an art form. MAD is the only American museum to possess a gallery dedicated to the display of both temporary jewelry exhibits and its own collection of contemporary and modern studio and art jewelry.