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Fall Craft Classes 2009
Fine Metals classes are limited to 8 students.
Intermediate
Lost Wax Casting
ME8909 Sept 9-Oct 14 (9:30am-1:30pm) 6 Wednesdays
Cast jewelry opens up possibilities to the jewelry artist who wants to go beyond fabrication and into a more 3-dimensional and substantial method of jewelry creation. Learn the art of lost wax casting, the process by which a model is carved in wax, invested in a plaster-like material, then "burnt out" with high heat. Students will gain experience with the entire process of lost wax casting, from carving wax models from their own designs, to the actual casting process using a vacuum casting machine, to finishing their castings into wearable pieces of jewelry. Some jewelry experience is encouraged.
Tuition: $375 • Plus a Materials Fee of $45
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Jewelrymaking Evenings
ME9009 Sept 9-Oct 28 (7:00-10:00pm) 8 Wednesdays
This eight week evening course open to anyone will provide a thorough introduction to jewelry making from start to finish. Basic topics covered will include: tools and materials, sawing, soldering, piercing, fabrication, surface treatment, wire work, chasing, basic wax carving, and finishing techniques. Students with some metalsmithing experience can proceed at their own pace with individualized instruction.
Tuition: $375 • Plus a Materials Fee of $25
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Beginner
Introduction to Jewelrymaking
ME8409 Sept 15-Oct 20 (9:30am-1:30pm) 6 Tuesdays
ME9209 Nov 3-Dec 8 (9:30am-1:30pm) 6 Tuesdays
This 6-week course open to anyone, will cover the basic skills of jewelry-making. Focusing on the art of metalsmithing, each student will be guided through the design and fabrication of a piece of jewelry of their own design, from concept to completion. Topics covered will include: various metals and their properties, basic tools and their usage, piercing and sawing, forming, decorative surface techniques and soldering with a gas fueled torch. Students with some experience may work at their own pace.
Tuition: $375 • Plus a Materials Fee of $40
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Cloisonne Enameling Workshop
ME8709 Sept 24-Oct 22 (9:30am-1:30pm) 5 Thursdays
Enameling is an ancient art form that was used by the Egyptians and then perfected by the Byzantines. Today enamel is used to make colorful pieces of jewelry and dimensional art. This class will explore the method of cloisonné using fine silver wire with opaque and transparent enamels. Topics include which base metal to use for enamel, preparation of the base metal, foils, firing, surface finish, three dimensional enameling and setting a finished enamel. This workshop is open to students who have never enameled as well as those with experience.
Tuition: $300 • Plus a Materials Fee of $20
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Bangle Jump Ring Bracelet
ME7609 Oct 2 (10:00am-4:00pm) Friday
Have fun with jump rings in this workshop and go home with a bracelet that looks more complicated than it is. You'll learn to create a basic jump-ring chain bracelet, using pliers and a few simple techniques. Slipping beads over the jump rings along the way adds color and sparkle to the end result. This bracelet makes a great gift.
Tuition: $110 • Plus a Materials Fee of $55
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Beginner
Basic Jewelry Intensive
ME8109 Oct 9-12 (10:00am-4:00pm) Friday-Monday
If you don't have time to commit to a 6-week class, then this intensive four-day workshop is for you. Students will explore the art of jewelry design and metalsmithing from start to finish. Topics covered will include: what to consider when designing a piece of jewelry, the various metals used in making jewelry, basic metalsmithing tools and their uses. The skills covered will include: bending with pliers, sawing, piercing, basic forming, decorative surface techniques as well as soldering with a gas fueled torch. Students will work with copper and silver. No previous experience is required.
Tuition: $375 • Plus a Materials Fee of $40
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Intermediate
Intermediate PMC
ME7709 Oct 15-Nov 19 (9:30am-1:30pm) 6 Thursdays
Create Pure Fine Silver keepsakes for everyone in your family! Each week a new technique will be covered, with plenty of time to complete and fire your own projects. Experiment with dome and colored resin, fine silver ring liners, Photopolymer "Solar" Plates, adding text messages, and adding gemstones with redi-made bezel sets. One package PMC+ and Art Clay Overlay provided, with more available to be purchased as needed. Some Basic PMC experience and your own Basic tool kit required.
Tuition: $375 • Plus a Materials Fee of $80
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Beginner
Basic PMC
ME7909 Oct 3-4 (10:00am-4:00pm) Sat/Sun
Experience Precious Metal Clay and learn to shape, texture, mold, and fire this incredible medium to create beautiful Pure Fine Silver jewelry. Receive a beginner's set of tools, clay, and molding materials to make your own texture plates and molds in this fun workshop. Stone setting, finishing, polishing, and patina will be covered so you can leave with wearable, complete pieces of jewelry.
Tuition: $180 • Plus a Materials Fee of $95
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Torch Fired Enamels & The Solderless Setting
ME7809 Oct 17-18 (10:00am-4:00pm) Sat/Sun
This workshop will get you started on enameling with the instant gratification of torch-firing or help fine tune skills you already have. We will experiment with surface and shape using the hydraulic press. Special added attraction: drawing with binding wire! Then we will design and make a simple, elegant solderless setting for a brooch or pendant.
Tuition: $240 • Plus a Materials Fee (TBD)
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Advanced
Advanced PMC
ME8009 Oct 31-Nov 1 (10:00am-4:00pm) Sat/Sun
Be original by creating truly one of a kind texture plates. Experience in depth the many possibilities of Photopolymer "Solar" Plates: drawing, copying images, nature objects, fabrics, punched shapes, mechanical parts, text, rubber stamps. Learn foolproof techniques to make clean, crisp, perfect texture plates every time. Complete fine pieces of one of a kind jewelry, and try the new 24k Gold Plating Pen, to easily add value and beauty. Basic PMC experience required.
Tuition: $240 • Plus a Materials Fee of $85
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Pierced Pendant
ME9309 Nov 4 (10:00am-4:00pm) Wednesday
Just in time for the holidays, learn how to apply the jewelry making skill of piercing (sawing) to make a pendant that you may wear yourself or give as a gift. Melissa will share her skills and knowledge on planning your piece and show you how to effectively use basic metalsmithing tools. You don't need prior metalsmithing experience to take home a completed project. But if you do have some metalsmithing experience, this class will provide you the opportunity to refine your sawing techniques. You will be provided with a list of supplies to bring to this class.
Tuition $120
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Make a Bracelet Out of Silver Forks
ME9409 Nov 11 (10:00am-4:00pm) Wednesday
Learn how to apply the jewelry making skills of annealing, forming, and cutting while crafting an intricate and elaborate bracelet from two matching sterling silver dinner forks. Melissa will share her skills and knowledge in professional silversmithing and show you how to make an attractive heirloom bracelet. You don't need prior metalsmithing experience to take home your completed project. But if you do have some metalsmithing experience, this class will provide you the opportunity to refine your techniques. You may bring your own matching sterling silver forks or you may purchase a pair from the instructor.
Tuition $120
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