This class will go over basic metalsmithing skills with a focus on metal manipulation, creativity and fun. Students will have the option to make an adjustable ring, pair of earrings or sculpture. Students will learn to use a jewelers saw, file manually and with a flex shaft, utilize negative space in design, and gain comfortability in a metalsmithing studio. Class format will consist of demos and individualized guidance on technique and design. Students will work in base metal (copper, brass) provided by studio. 

Optional supplies:

- 3"x4" 22g sterling sheet, deadsoft

- 6" 20 gauge round silver wire, deadsoft

- 6" 22 gauge round silver wire, deadsoft 

Students can work on their own projects and utilize the jewelry studio. Students must have prior metalsmithing experience.

This class will build upon skills from Intro to Metalsmithing: Part 1,  but will include torchwork and soldering. Students must have completed Intro to Metalsmithing: Part 1, or have prior metalsmithing experience. Students can work in base metals provided by the studio or purchase their own sterling sheet and wire. 

Optional supplies:

- 3"x4" 22g sterling sheet, deadsoft

- 6" 20 gauge round silver wire, deadsoft

- 6" 22 gauge round silver wire, deadsoft 

In this multiweek class, students will learn how to combine enameled forms and even flat-backed stones or found objects with fabricated metal jewelry. This class will expand on introductory metalsmithing and fabrication techniques, so while acting as an advanced metals class, no prior enameling experience is required. Primary techniques demonstrated include introductions to fusing enamel, surface decoration, bezel setting, hydraulic forming, eutectic soldering, ear wires, ring making, brooches, and more. Students are expected to explore narrative and connections between the enameled forms and the jewelry created to house them, making planning and sketching an important part of the process.  

 Students are required to provide their own sterling silver (min 3"x3" 20ga sheet) and copper (min 6"x6" 20ga sheet) as well as a small lineless sketchbook. Additional materials may be available for purchase or added based on instructor discretion, student interest, or class progression.

This is an opportunity for students familiar with enameling to work independently in the studio. A monitor is present for safety and to help guide students with their projects. Completion of a beginner Enameling course or permission from a Museum instructor is required to attend.    

Supplies: Students provide their own supplies including enamel. Some supplemental supplies are available for purchase in class.