Jewelry
This course introduces students to creating a bezel- set shell ring, focusing on foundational metalsmithing skills while completing a polished, wearable piece within a single session. Students will build confidence by working with metal and leaving with a unique, coastal- inspired ring. Students will work with pre-made ring bands and…
Students will learn how to create a handcrafted ring inspired by natural forms, focusing on shaping and refining an organic, sculptural design. The objective is to guide participants through the process of transforming raw materials into a finished, wearable piece. This class introduces foundational jewelry techniques including forming, soldering, and…
The objective of this class is to become proficient in several different stone setting techniques including bezel setting prong setting and flush setting. We will accomplish this by designing and fabricating several pieces such as a pendant bracelet earrings etc. We will be working with silver brass copper your choice.…
Students will learn how to apply texture to nonferrous metal using a variety of different hammers to produce a unique surface for a pendant. To spice it up, each student will learn how to solder a bezel cup and set a stone to complete their beautiful pendant/charm.
In this workshop, students learn the fundamentals of wire wrap using essential tools such as pliers, clippers, and their hands. Through guided instruction and hands-on practice, participants design and create a sterling silver ring featuring a gemstone. From shaping and wrapping the band to setting the stone and polishing the…
Students are introduced to wire wrapping techniques using essential tools such as pilers, clippers, and most importantly – their hands! Through guided instruction, demonstrations, and hands – on practice, students learn the styles of wire wrap jewelry. Students will learn how to create rings, pendants, and other wire wrapped jewelry…
Discover the magic of transforming clay into pure silver! No prior jewelry-making experience is required, just your creativity and curiosity. Students will learn step-by-step techniques for working with Art Clay Silver, creating at least two unique pieces of wearable art. Through guided demonstrations, Randi will walk students through the four…
This class is geared to safely experience many different metal casting techniques. You will be able to use your castings in Jewelry and/or small Metal Sculptures. Metal casting techniques will include Broom, Cuttlefish Bone, Tufa Stone, Sand, Natural objects, and Lost Wax. Each student will learn additive and reductive methods of…
This independent jewelry studio course is designed for experienced students who are ready to develop their own projects while working in a supportive studio environment. Participants must have foundational metalsmithing knowledge and be able to work independently. Students are expected to have prior experience with: Bezel settings Prong settings Cold…
Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of metalsmithing through instructor demonstrations, one-on-one instruction, and hands-on experience with hand tools, flex shafts, and torches. Each student will learn to design, pierce, drill, solder, and set a cabochon stone. Students will work with sterling silver, brass, and copper throughout this course…