Journey with Minerals (Online Talk)

What makes minerals so fascinating across centuries and cultures? 

The exhibition “Journey with Minerals” invites the public to discover remarkable specimens through five thematic paths, from their extraordinary shapes and colors to their complex inner structures. 

Join our speakers as they guide us through the exhibition - currently on show at L’ÉCOLE’s Shanghai campus - sharing the story of its creation and the inspiration behind its five chapters: Matter, Jewelry, Technology, Arts, and Space.

With Jing Yu, Gemologist and Lecturer at L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts & Michael Wang, Gemologist & Lecturer at L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts.

Online Talk:
Tuesday, March 17th 2026
at 9 p.m. (Japan time)
In Mandarin
with simultaneous interpretation in Japanese, English, French and Cantonese

Picture:
Azurite "sun" on clay (ENSMP 82932) 
Malbunka mine, Areyonga, MacDonnell Region, Australia 
Mineralogy Museum, Mines Paris

Developed by the teams at L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts to offer a new look at the world of jewelry, these online talks bring together two experts for a 45-50 minute talk that is followed by a Q&A session during which you may submit your questions by instant messaging.

Should you wish to learn more, L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts will send you a detailed bibliography following the event.

These talks are held in French and English and simultaneously interpreted in Cantonese, Mandarin, and Japanese. You will also find them available for viewing on YouTube at your leisure once the event has come to a close.

Participating in these talks hosted by L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts allows you to join a community of curious enthusiasts eager to discover and learn.

Our Past Online Talks