Mission including history
Now in its fourth and largest edition, TimeCrafters is the most important and extensive luxury watch show for consumers in America that showcases the quality of craftsmanship amongst the most respected and iconic brands of the horlogerie industry. The show will gather watch collectors and enthusiasts to share their passion and stories through education and viewing of the latest collections.
TimeCrafters’ mission is to give US watch enthusiasts an opportunity to continue learning about the craftsmanship of the best timepieces through the only large-scale public watch exhibit in the United States. Consistently delivering decade after decade of distinguished timepieces, the exhibit is a chance for consumers to preview brands’ new collections and engage with their representatives.
SCHEDULE
11am to 6pm
Friday May 13th, 2016
Saturday May 14th, 2016
Sunday May 15th, 2016
Where
Park Avenue Armory
643 Park Ave NY, NY
Exhibits 2016
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Christie's
Complimentary Valuation of Vintage Watches
Friday to Sunday from 1pm to 3pm
Watch collecting is a lifelong passion. Today’s first time buyer becomes tomorrow’s collector, who in turn grows into an aficionado some time down the road, and each stage is marked by its own unique delights and surprises. Such an investment at any point deserves a worthy partner, and that is why experts from Christie’s Auction House will be on site at TimeCrafters, offering free evaluation of vintage masterpieces.
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Opera Gallery
Founded in 1994 by Gilles DYAN, member of the European Chamber of Expert-Advisors in Fine Art (C.E.C.O.A.), Opera Gallery Group - now internationally established with 11 galleries in the world - is one of the rare international art gallery networks with locations on several continents: North America, Europe, Asia and Middle East.
Opera Gallery has always strived to offer its international collectors unique access to a diversity of multicultural artists.
At TimeCrafters, Opera gallery will showcased the work of Renoir, Chagall, Picasso, Miro, Dali, Soulages, Mathieu, sculptures from Dali, and Valay Shende...
Program
THURSDAY MAY 12, 2016
6:30pm-10pm VIP Cocktail & Opening Night Preview
Sponsored by New York Times & DuJour Ft. a Live Illustration by Opera Gallery
FRIDAY MAY 13, 2016 (OPEN TO PUBLIC 11AM-6PM)
11:30am to 12:30pm The Art of Craftsmanship on a Dial
Panel presented by Louise Blouin Media
From enameling and engraving to wood marquetry and embroidery, luxury brands are reviving and adapting crafts techniques to create mini works of art for the wrist.
Moderator:
- Michelle Tay, Deputy Editor of Blouinlifestyle
Panelists:
- Cavaliere, Global Brand Manager of Audemars Piguet
- Christian Selmoni, Artistic Director of Vacheron Constantin
- Jean-Marc Pontroué, Chief Executive Officer of Roger Dubuis
1:00pm to 2:00pm The Burgeoning Online Subculture of Watch Geeks
Panel presented by The New York Times
The Internet has proved a boon to the watch industry, as younger, trend-conscious consumers flock to watch-centric sites that not only feature news and reviews of the latest achievements in horology, but function as an online clubhouse for the burgeoning subculture of watch geeks.
Moderator:
- Alex Williams, Style Reporter at The New York Times
Panelists:
- Eric Yang, Editor in Chief & Founder of Gear Patrol
- Jack Forster, Managing Editor at Hodinkee
4:00pm to 5:00pm Pilot Watches
Panel presented by Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie
In ancient as in modern times, horology has accompanied human achievements; Aviation is no exception. How could aviation have developed without navigation? How could these improbable machines have flown over the Channel or crossed vast expanses of ocean without first mastering time?
Presented by:
- Grégory Gardinetti, Historian in Fine Watchmaking and Culture & Patrimony Manager of FHH
SATURDAY MAY 14, 2016 (OPEN TO PUBLIC 11AM-6PM)
11:30am to 12:30pm The Chronograph: Presented by FHH
Panel presented by Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie
An ingenious invention of modern times, the chronograph is present in all walks of life. Discover the fascinating history and functioning of what is still the most popular and desirable watchmaking complication.
Presented by:
- Grégory Gardinetti, Historian in Fine Watchmaking and Culture & Patrimony Manager of FHH
1:00pm to 2:00pm Watch and Learn
Panel presented by DuJour
This panel will explore the campaign theme "Every watch has a story" and how these stories - the way luxury timepieces are conceived and constructed - help fuel collector's passions.
Moderator:
- Rhonda Riche, Watch Editor at DuJour
Panelists:
- Felix Baumgartner, Founding Partner & Master Watchmaker at URWERK
- Philippe Bonay, North American President of Jaeger-LeCoultre
- Pim Koeslag, Technical Director of Frederique Constant & Alpina, and CEO of Ateliers deMonaco
- Jean-Marc Pontroué, Chief Executive Officer of Roger Dubuis
4:00pm to 5:00pm Watch Collecting 101: Getting Started
Panel presented by Christie’s
Thanks to a confluence of factors, watch collecting is one of the largest and fastest-growing hobbies in the world. Come listen to a panel of notable individuals and collectors discuss what advice they would have for those beginning a watch collection.
Moderator:
- Eric Wind, Vice President & Senior Watch Specialist at Christie’s
Panelists:
- J. J. Redick, Shooting Guard of the Los Angeles Clippers
- Francesco Bruni, President & Managing Director of The VSA Group
- Brad Farmerie, Executive Chef of PUBLIC
- Geoffrey Hess, Former Deputy Mayor of New York
SUNDAY MAY 15, 2016 (OPEN TO PUBLIC 11AM-6PM)
11:30am to 12:30pm Horology, a Child of Astronomy
Panel presented by Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie
Explore the mysteries of astronomy and its relation to the measurement of time. Following the study of the movements of the Sun, Earth, Moon and the Universe, gain a closer understanding of the astronomical complications of today's timepieces.
Presented by:
- Grégory Gardinetti, Historian in Fine Watchmaking and Culture & Patrimony Manager of FHH
1:00pm to 2:00pm Watches With Stories: A Conversation About Iconic Watches
Panel presented by Christie’s
Every watch, indeed, has a story. Hear a panel of distinguished individuals tell stories about iconic watches, from watches with timeless designs to watches that have been worn on some of mankind's greatest adventures.
Moderator:
- Eric Wind, Vice President & Senior Watch Specialist at Christie’s
Panelists:
- Adam Craniotes, Founder and President of RedBar Group
- Matthew Hranek, Men's Style Editor of Conde Nast Traveler
- Alan Bedwell, Founder of Foundwell
- Hyla Bauer, Editor-in-Chief of Watch Journal Magazine
2:30pm to 3:30pm CHRONOGRAM: Delving into Watchmaking History
Panel presented by Vacheron Constantin and EPFL+ECAL Lab
Century-old archives encompass invaluable wealth of information on our history and past but present a challenge in terms of research. Discover how new technologies can help preserve and understand this material heritage, and create a new perception of it through fascinating immersive experience.
Moderator:
- Laetitia Wolff, Marketing & Communications Cirector at AIGA, and
Panelists:
- Marco Castro, Manager of MediaLab, The Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Nicolas Henchoz, Director of EPFL+ECAL Lab
- Julien Marchenoir, Strategy & Heritage Director of watchmaking *Manufacture* Vacheron Constantin
- Ben Rubin, Director of the Parsons Institute of Information Mapping at the New School in New York City.
4:00pm to 5:00pm Gen Z: Watch Consumers of the Future?
Presented by Havas Luxe
Teenagers of today are the watch consumers of tomorrow. Gen Z influencers will discuss their spending habits, style preferences and what they look for most in luxury watches and brands.
Moderator:
- Thomas Serrano, Founder & President of Havas Luxe
Panelists:
- Rachel Saunder, Director at Cassandra Report
- Patrick Finnegan, Gen Z Specialist and Consultant
- Luka Sabbat, Stylist-entrepreneur and Model
- Luke Rottman, Founder & Executive Editor of The Watch Adviser
- Jamie Grimstad, Lifestyle & Fitness Blogger
iW Tours: A thematic exploration of all that TimeCrafters has to offer
FRIDAY MAY 13, 2016
2:00pm Engineering & Technical Design
International Watch hosts a walking tour of the watch companies at TimeCrafters. Special emphasis will be given to showing visitors new or unusual technical advances in watchmaking technique. Expect a tour of approximately thirty to forty minutes with stops dedicated to uncovering new chronographs, repeaters, tourbillons, dive watches, GMT timers, world timers and more. Visitors can speak to representatives at each exhibiting watchmaker to learn more about horological techniques specific to that company.
3:00pm Craftmanship & Artistry
International Watch hosts a walking tour of the watch companies at TimeCrafters. With so many of the assembled watchmakers offering artistically conceived and rendered dials and cases, each has its own story to tell about how it creates examples of limited-edition guilloche, enamel or even porcelain dials using centuries-old techniques. Many of the watchmakers at TimeCrafters have also developed their own artisanal techniques that add to the rarity, value and beauty of the firm's collection. Questions are encouraged.
SATURDAY MAY 14, 2016
2:00pm Craftmanship & Artistry
International Watch hosts a walking tour of the watch companies at TimeCrafters. With so many of the assembled watchmakers offering artistically conceived and rendered dials and cases, each has its own story to tell about how it creates examples of limited-edition guilloche, enamel or even porcelain dials using centuries-old techniques. Many of the watchmakers at TimeCrafters have also developed their own artisanal techniques that add to the rarity, value and beauty of the firm's collection. Questions are encouraged.
3:00pm Engineering & Technical Design
International Watch hosts a walking tour of the watch companies at TimeCrafters. Special emphasis will be given to showing visitors new or unusual technical advances in watchmaking technique. Expect a tour of approximately thirty to forty minutes with stops dedicated to uncovering new chronographs, repeaters, tourbillons, dive watches, GMT timers, world timers and more. Visitors can speak to representatives at each exhibiting watchmaker to learn more about horological techniques specific to that company.
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