Archived-Guild of Artifex

'This world is but a canvas to our imagination'

The Guild of Artifex prefers its members wear an Onyx (black) ring of some kind to represent their membership in the guild.

Overview

An Invictus guild of Artisans. The guild trains neonates in the proper knowledge and skillset in many different forms of art. The guild also provides a high quality service to create gifts for other kindred and a reputation to match.

The guild teaches that art in its many forms is to be taught to Kindred who wish and show promise of creating respectable and enjoyable works of art. Art is to be enjoyed in all its forms and the role of an artisan is to ensure that their skill is not only enjoyed by the self but displayed when ready and improved upon. The guild takes pride in the quality of its Virtuoso art forms.

Philosophy

"Artifex" - The one crafter. The guild of Artifex ensures to help its members improve their art forms, to push themselves and to strive to be the "one crafter"; To be a Virtuoso (master) of their particular art form. There can only be one Virtuoso of each art form and to be given the title of Virtuoso is an honour achieved by few.

Invictus

The guild is an Invictus guild, but it has been known in the past to train those of other covenants in the proper development in forms of art. Only Invictus can be Meister (Maestro) of the Guild.
As an Invictus guild we take pride in the fact art in its many forms are the most often gifted items within Kindred society and as a guild we wish to achieve a reputation to provide an exemplary quality of art for gifting within Kindred society.

Guild Attire

Members of the guild of Artifex are expected to wear an item to represent their membership within the guild. This can be a Black ring or a Blue ribbon/ sash worn by the member.

Gifting

Giving gifts to other kindred is making a statement, regardless whether given in public or private. The only thing that makes an even better gift is the quality of the gift. This is where we strive to achieve our reputation among Invictus. The significance of the quality of a gift is important as among Invitus gifting (even small gifts) is done often for many reasons including acknowledgement of friendship, blood ties, affection and in other cases to indicate good terms or the completion of a deal. Gifting is an intregal part of Invitus society. It is also in fact a custom that should a dispute between invictus be settled, an exchange of a paltry gift given as a sign of good will.

Should any kindred choose to wear a gift it means much for the gifter if the quality of that gift is exquisite. Even more so that the quality is so grand the giftee wishes to wear it. Gifts come in many different shapes and sizes and often are chosen by kindred knowing the likes and dislikes of their intended receiver. This makes each gift unique and as of such guild members may be expected to produce such items as requested. Giving a member of higher status than you a cheap gift is very likely to be considered highly insulting. Circumstance smiles on us as we as a guild strive to create appropriate gifts.

Note:
The Guild reserves the right, as individual members and as a body, to turn down commissions on the grounds of moral or ethical objection. Any payments made (outside of non negotiable deposits) will be refunded. The guild will not be held liable for the use of any artwork once it has left their hands.

Joining the Guild of Artifex

Neonates wishing to become apprentices of the guild must first request an interview with a Virtuoso (Or the Maestro). The Virtuoso will then interview the neonate and a piece of their art or art form must be presented to the Virtuoso to be evaluated. Once the Virtuoso is pleased with the Neonates chosen form of art and shows future promise then an invitation will be extended to join and instructions given to train under a Virtuoso. Gifts and or boons given from applicants to the Maestro can work in their favor when applying.

The Exams

The Meister (Maestro) administers the evaluations. Generally a Principante will be required to produce 3 (in total) works of art before they can be considered eligible for promotion evaluation. Intermedio are required to have displayed/and or sold their artwork to other Kindred to reach a quota of 6 (in total) and show improvement in their art forms. Virtuoso have a considerable amount of prestige for their position and must be known to be capable of such respectable behavior. They must have chosen a particular specialization within their art forms and have at least 9 created or presented works of art under their belt (in total).

Ranks

(At a glance)

• Principiante – Requires 2 dots in their chosen attribute for art/craft
  
• Intermedio – Requires 3 dots “ – “
  
• Virtuoso – Requires 4 dots “-“
  
• Meister (or Maestro)– (Same requirements as Virtuoso)
  

Note: Entry requirement into the guild in order to become a Principiante is a minimum of 2 dots in the attribute which associates with your chosen art form. Examples: Carpentry (Crafts 2), Painting (Expression 2) etc. This will be checked by Virtuoso in order to allow entry into the guild.

(In detail)

• Principiante – Requires 2 dots in their chosen attribute for art/craft.
  • Those who have passed their first evaluation and are in training, usually to a master (in some circumstances can study with a journeyman in order to hone their artistic skills), and have not yet passed their Intermedio evaluation. Considered a learner and are unable to sell or display their art form using the name of the guild. Behavior as an artist is closely watched during apprenticeship. (requirements: 2 dots in required art form attribute)
    

• Intermedio – Requires 3 dots “ – “.
  • Those who have shown improvement in their given art forms, knowledgeable, respectable skills and improvement and passed a second evaluation. They are considered qualified to sell and display their art form to others. (Requirements: 3 dots in required art for attributes)
    

• Virtuoso – Requires 4 dots “-“.
  
  • Virtuoso are considered Masters of their chosen art form. (Example: Virtuoso of Music, or Virtuoso Composer). Those who have served at least three months in the guild and have passed an advanced evaluation. In order to become a Meister a specialization of art form must be chosen and evaluated by the Grand Meister. Meisters are permitted to train apprentices and evaluate neonates art forms for entry into the guild. (Requirements: 4 dots in required art from attributes and art specialization chosen)
    

• Meister (or Maestro) - Same as Virtuoso.
  • The head of the guild. The Maestro adminsters evaluations of rank (from Principante to Virtuoso)
    

Members and Graduates

Principiante

• (In progress)
• Archived-Raven Nightshade - Singer / songwriter / Performer

Intermedio

• (In progress)

Virtuoso

Meister (Maestro)

• Archived-Fatimah al-Mu'allima - Calligraphy / Middle-Eastern Literature / Classical Illustration, Guild Master of Canberra.

• Darrien Arnholt - Master Weapon smith, Guild Master of Brisbane

Previous Maestros

• Archived-Wade Grayson (Previously)- Master Jewel smith, Guild Master of Canberra.

Current Advancement Standing

Total amount of art/crafts created

Ella Harper	4
Fatimah al-Mu'allima	5
Raven Night Shade	0
Leo	0

Wall of Memorium

• Archived-Ella Harper - Maestros Notetaker
• Archived-Leo - Weapon Smith

Wall of Dishonour

• Archived-Marcel Duchamp - Theater arts / Film Director - Suffered Final Death in failed assassination attempt against the Prince at the time.

• Archived-Phillipa Beaumont - Dollmaker / Painter / Seamstress - Exiled due to insubordination of authority.

List of art forms

Below is an example list of Art forms including both general and specialty titles. If your chosen art form is not listed here please contact your Maestro who will assist you. (Email at bottom of page)

• Performing arts
  
• Film
  
• Music
  
• Acting
  
• Dance
  
• Singing
  
• Body art / erotica / anatomy
  
• Drawing
  
• Painting
  
• Literary arts
  
• Writing
  
• Poetry
  
• Philosophy
  
• Martial Arts
  
• Sciences
  
• Sculpture
  
• Jewellery/ Metal Smithing (gold,silver etc)
  
• Carpentry
  
• Tapestry
  
• Photography
  
• Electrical / Digital design / Animation
  
• Pottery
  

Colour choice meanings (Roses)

• Red means romantic love.
  
• Purple signifies that the giver has fallen in love with the recipient at first sight.
  
• Coral and orange suggest desire.
  
• Yellow displays joy and friendship.
  
• Pink expresses gratitude and appreciation.
  
• Light pink displays feelings of admiration and sympathy.
  
• Peach varies: can signify sympathy or gratitude.
  
• White shows meaning of reverence and humility.
  

History

• Guild created in November 2014
  

OOC Info

If you'd like to be a current member of the guild, contact the player of the current Maestro, Lord Wade Grayson Stefan.szubert(at)gmail(dot)com.

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