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