Forging Bracelets Workshop
Learn to make unique jewelry in a unique way—from forged steel. This class will teach you hand forging techniques to transform steel into personalized bracelets that can be as delicate or “statement” as you want. The class will begin with demonstrations in forging and torch work. Students will have time to experiment and test techniques […]
Fun With Metal: Session B 7/21-25
Come work in the metalsmithing studio and stamp, hammer, fold, bend, cut, twist, shape, and heat metal to make jewelry and mini sculpture. Students will play with copper and brass sheet metal and wire to create 2 and 3 dimensional objects and forms from nature to wear or hang. Explore using basic hand tools, such as, hammers, mallets, saws, cutters, files, pliers, and torches (one-on-one with instructor) to have fun with metal!
Fun With Metal: Session A 7/14 – 18 Week 4
Come work in the metalsmithing studio and stamp, hammer, fold, bend, cut, twist, shape, and heat metal to make jewelry and mini sculpture. Students will play with copper and brass sheet metal and wire to create 2 and 3 dimensional objects and forms from nature to wear or hang. Explore using basic hand tools, such as, hammers, mallets, saws, cutters, files, pliers, and torches (one-on-one with instructor) to have fun with metal!
Soldering Tips & Tricks Workshop
Have you ever wanted to learn soldering or improve your soldering skills? Or are you not sure how to set up your own soldering torch and tank? This class will cover the basics of how to set up your own soldering torch and tank, safety issues and a place to solder. We will cover all […]
Stacking Rings Workshop
Make several rings that stack; each ring is different yet all go together. Using assorted wire of different thickness and width, we will shape them into rings, solder them, and use hammers to create textures. We will also add beads and other decorative elements on each ring. Instructor will have silver wire and sheet for […]
Stonesetting with Silver Metal Clay
Take your metal clay designs to the next level! Add color and brilliance to your pieces by learning to set natural and lab-grown stones in silver metal clay. Learn which stones can be fired in the kiln, and how to flush-set stones to fire in the kiln. Explore the special considerations for bezel setting stones […]
Guided Independent Studies In Metals
This class is structured for students with metalworking experience to focus on their own interests. Students will select and design their own projects and receive guidance to execute them. Focus will be on enriching design skills and addressing artistic intent.
Making Miniature Bowls
Students will make miniature bowls out of copper, bronze and silver, using dapping punches and small mushroom stakes. The bowls will be formed from 2” to 4” 20g. discs, on wooden dapping blocks and then hammered over stakes to make shallow to deep bowls for a variety of uses. Bases will be made with sheet […]
Metal Clay Rings & More Workshop
Students will learn several ring forming techniques using fine silver metal clay. Use of slip syringe will be discussed, and students will learn how to flush-set synthetic stones for firing in metal clay. The making of cold-molds will be demonstrated and students will use them in ring making. This is a workshop for students with […]
Metals & Jewelry
Learn through demonstration, discussion, and hands on, how to create art works out of fine metals. From jewelry to small sculpture, students will be introduced to metalworking tools and techniques to manipulate copper, brass and silver. Students will learn sawing, filing, cold connections, soldering, surface textures, forming, fabricating, stone setting, and finishing. Other metalworking techniques […]
