JEWELRY

Metalsmithing/Jewelry JW01SU10 a or b
Instructor: Connie Pfeiffer
a Tuesday afternoons, 4:00-7:00 (June 22-July 27)
b Tuesday evenings, 7:00-10:00 – CLASS IS FULL
Learn basic metalsmithing to develop new skills or strengthen existing ones. Weekly demonstrations introduce students to the tools and techniques required for metal working in non-ferrous sheet metal and wire. Demonstrations may include sawing, filing, coldconnecting, soldering, surface embellishment, forging, shaping, fold-forming, finishing and patina coloring. This course is designed for all levels and includes lots of time for one-on-one instruction. Beginners will build skills by working on an assigned project. Students with previous experience work on projects of their choice. Projects are not limited to jewelry.
Six sessions: $196; members: $176

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WORKSHOPS

Silver Soldering – CLASS IS FULL
Instructor: Connie Pfeiffer
Saturday, July 17, 11:00-4:00
Learn to silver solder! Spend the afternoon focusing on soldering non-ferrous metals. This jewelry/metalsmithing technique allows copper, silver, brass, bronze, gold and nickel to be joined together using silver solder and a gas torch. Class is appropriate for beginners with no soldering experience or those students wanting to perfect their skills. Materials and copper included. Students preferring sterling silver to practice may purchase small amounts separately.
Cost: $60; members: $54

Fold-Forming for Beginners – CLASS IS FULL
Instructor: Connie Pfeiffer
Saturday, July 24, 10:00-4:00
Learn this relatively new metalsmithing technique developed by renowned metalsmith Charles Lewton-Brain. Students will create 3-dimensional and relief forms using simple folding and hammering techniques. Annealing metal with a gas torch will also be introduced. A variety of shapes will be explored from pods and canoe shapes to leaves, circles and small vessels all from copper sheet metal. No experience necessary. Materials included.
Cost: $63; members: $57

Discover PMC JW22SU10w
Instructor: Nancy Karpel
Saturday July 31, 10:00-4:00
Have fun working with the newest material to hit the jewelry industry- Precious Metal Clay (PMC), and Precious Metal Clay Plus (PMC+). It looks and feels like clay, but is actually pure silver in an organic binder. It is fun and fast to work with, and requires no previous jewelry-making experience. Students will learn basic information and techniques for forming, surface texturing, firing, and finishing PMC. Great for beginners, jewelry students, clay artists, bead makers, and others! Students will have the opportunity to finish several pieces of PMC jewelry. Use of basic tools and PMC for class projects is included in the materials fee* of approx. $95.00 (*fee is payable to instructor at class and subject to change with the metals market). Come and explore the many design possibilities of this exciting new material! A list of helpful supplies will be sent before the workshop.
Cost: $120; members: $108

Exploring PMC JW23SU10w
Instructor: Nancy Karpel
Saturday, August 7, 10:00-4:00
This PMC workshop will go beyond the basics into demonstrating the use of PMC-3 with enamels, hollow bead forming, and carving. Use of PMC slip syringe will be introduced. Projects will focus on refining basic skills and designing more detailed pieces. This is a workshop for students with some experience (at least one class) working with PMC. A Materials fee* of approximately $90.00 is payable to instructor at class (*subject to change with the metals market). Materials include PMC for projects, handouts, and more. A list of helpful supplies will be sent before the class.
Cost: $120; members: $108

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