Create new works of art using found objects and wire! We'll use our hands and tools to bend, shape, and attach. As you create your sculpture, you'll choose from lots of discarded items like old jewelry, electronics, metals, plastics, stones, beads, cloth, wood and more.
read moreLearn how to make a variety of wearable metal rings! We will learn how to measure, cut, file, solder, shape, and polish our metal to create unique and personalized jewelry.
read moreCreate wearable, wire art! You’ll learn wire manipulating and shaping techniques, then use traditional jewelry tools to make roses, scrolls, perfect loops, wrapped loops, headpins, cages, hooks and closures. Learn to strengthen and harden your designs, then add beads and learn finishing techniques. Students ages 12-14 will have the opportunity to soften wire and solder […]
read moreLet's explore art-making! Create eclectic 2D and 3D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint or other materials. Our smallest artists can sign up for multiple weeks of classes and always have new projects to create!
read moreLearn how to make a variety of wearable metal rings! We will learn how to measure, cut, file, solder, shape, and polish our metal to create unique and personalized jewelry.
read moreCreate beautiful metal forms inspired by nature with a technique called Fold Forming, developed in the early 1980s by Charles Lewton Brain. Fold forming allows us to use metal's unique characteristics by following what the metal naturally wants to do. We will cover at least three different folds and some of their possibilities. Experience a […]
read moreCreate beautiful metal forms inspired by nature with a technique called Fold Forming, developed in the early 1980s by Charles Lewton Brain. Fold forming allows us to use metal's unique characteristics by following what the metal naturally wants to do. We will cover at least three different folds and some of their possibilities. Experience a […]
read moreTry working with metal and traditional metalworking tools. We’ll explore different ways to cut metal safely and bend it accurately, then we’ll try texturing, hammering and stamping. Students ages 9-11 will focus on cold connection (learning to drill, rivet, and friction fit), then they’ll create and fasten their own metal designs. Students ages 12-14 will […]
read moreLearn to make wearable, metal earrings, necklaces and bracelets! We’ll cut, texture and shape metal using traditional metalworking tools, and try stamping and making holes for attaching. Then, we’ll sand, file and finish before exploring wire and beading techniques to join our pieces together. (Students in the 12-14 age group will have the opportunity to […]
read moreCreate beautiful metal forms inspired by nature with a technique called Fold Forming, developed in the early 1980s by Charles Lewton Brain. Fold forming allows us to use metal's unique characteristics by following what the metal naturally wants to do. We will cover at least three different folds and some of their possibilities. Experience a […]
read moreIn this class we will make a beading loom and learn weaving techniques with seed beads to create colorful patterns. We will make jewelry and small tapestries with the beads.
read moreThis weekend workshop is great for those who want to get more out of the flex shaft. Learn to use the flex shaft to cut discs, prepare pieces for stone setting, create designs with abrasive wheels, reshape silicone wheels and more.
read moreCast objects from nature In Silver and Bronze. You will learn how to prepare seed pods, twigs, bark succulents and many other organic objects for the casting process. At the end of the class you will have several cast items.
read moreStudents learn to fabricate a basket setting, flush setting irregular shaped stones and hammer setting for thick wall bezels. Students who would like to take this class should have some comfort with soldering and fabricating and is ideal for deepening a student's skillset with stone setting beyond the basics.
read moreLearn to cut and prepare metal to make every solder seam look flawless. Determine the right amount of solder and place it just right, and find out how to solder a two-tone piece. Students should bring a project they are working on for direction and guidance.
read moreTake your metal jewelry making to the next level. We’ll focus on design execution, stone setting as well as fabricating and soldering with sterling silver. You’ll also advance your polishing skills for finishing pieces.
read moreStudents with prior experience in silversmithing will polish their skills and learn how to work more efficiently with silver. This class, driven by student experience, will follow a loose schedule of demos and work time. Students are encouraged to bring sketches and ideas to have one-on-one discussions with the instructor to formulate a plan for […]
read moreSurvey the expansive world of color on metal! This fast-paced workshop will cover color application on small metals. Each week we will explore the possibilities of patinas, color pencils, ink, enameling, and powdercoating to add color to your small metals projects. Basic skills such as sawing and soldering are recommended but not required. All levels […]
read moreExperiment with spinner rings, which allow several rings to be made into one. The outer band supports one or more moving rings. We’ll cover sizing, shaping and soldering sheet metal and wire into rings. The rings will become one using a forming technique known as anticlastic. We’ll also cover basic solder, forging and forming techniques.
read moreWire earrings! Learn to manipulate wire using pliers, mandrels and hammers to create unique styles. We will experiment with flat and dimensional ideas. You will work in copper and make final earrings in Sterling silver.
read moreMake a cuff bracelet. Explore shaping and texturing using various hammer techniques to create your unique cuff design.
read moreCreate a sweet stack of rings from 14-karat yellow gold-filled wire and silver. You’ll learn to solder bands and become proficient at single seams. We’ll also cover fabricating, embellishing and forging simple bands in different gauges and types of metal.
read moreLearn to work with metal clay, a malleable, metal-bearing material that is perfectly suited for creating jewelry. Use your hands to shape it and a variety of tools to add detail and texture. You’ll fire the metal clay to transform it into a silver object. Add a new skill to your repertoire each week and […]
read moreWe will use traditional jewelry making tools, wire and beads to create a tree of life pendant or small window ornament. You may bring an item to incorporate if desired. You will leave with at least one finished pendant from this class and have many options within your design repertoire to express your own creative […]
read moreWe will use traditional jewelry making tools, wire and beads to create a tree of life pendant or small window ornament. You may bring an item to incorporate if desired. You will leave with at least one finished pendant from this class and have many options within your design repertoire to express your own creative […]
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