Contemporary Ti Designs 2.1.4 Market Growth The artistic jewelry segment of the larger jewelry industry is growing at a healthy 9%. This growth can be attributed to the value that people place on having distinctive unique pieces of jewelry. Another factor that is supporting the growth is the blending of art and jewelry traditionally jewelry was ornate pieces made out of precious metals. The nice pieces were a symbol of wealth or status. As long as the piece was made out of a precious metal, there was value attributed to the piece just by virtue of what it was made out of, regardless of the creativity of the actual piece. The younger population that recognizes the aesthetic value of art work is now demanding jewelry to have artistic elements. In essence it is art that you wear. These trends are helping the industry grow. 90% 800% 7.00% 00% Page 42.1.4 Market Growth The artistic jewelry segment of the larger jewelry industry is growing at a healthy 9%. This growth can be attributed to the value that people place on having distinctive, unique pieces of jewelry. Another factor that is supporting the growth is the blending of art and jewelry. Traditionally jewelry was ornate pieces made out of precious metals. The nice pieces were a symbol of wealth or status. As long as the piece was made out of a precious metal, there was value attributed to the piece just by virtue of what it was made out of, regardless of the creativity of the actual piece. The younger population that recognizes the aesthetic value of art work is now demanding jewelry to have artistic elements. In essence it is art that you wear. These trends are helping the industry grow. 0.00% 1.00% 2.00% 3.00% 4.00% 5.00% 6.00% 7.00% 8.00% 9.00% 0.00% 1.00% 2.00% 3.00% 4.00% 5.00% 6.00% 7.00% 8.00% 9.00% Retailers (galleries) Individuals Target Market Growth Contemporary Ti Designs Page 4