Summer Sessions:
Summer A: June 5 - July 1 (4 weeks)
Summer B: July 10 - August 5 (4 weeks)
We will be closed on July 3 - July 8, 2023.
Mondays
Intermediate Jewelry
Days & Times:
Level:
IntermediateLocation:
385 Tequesta Drive - Studio JInstructor:
Students that have taken the beginning jewelry & metalsmithing class will enjoy learning new techniques in this course. Demonstrations will include hollow construction to give your piece more dimension, flush, and basket setting with faceted stones, and anticlastic/synclastic forming methods for both cuffs & earrings. Please see the material list for details on supplies to bring to class.
Tuesdays
Intro to Jewelry & Metalsmithing
Days & Times:
Level:
All Levels WelcomeLocation:
385 Tequesta Drive - Studio JInstructor:
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 and projects will include making rings, pendants, and earrings.
Wednesdays
Upcycle and Repair
Days & Times:
Level:
Beginning to IntermediateLocation:
385 Tequesta Drive - Studio JInstructor:
Learn to repair or upcycle those broken trinkets sitting in your jewelry box! This 4-week class is a comprehensive, logical approach to working with silver or yellow gold rings, chains, and earrings. From custom fun pieces you enjoy to one-of-a-kind heirlooms. Create a new piece of adornment out of something old and/or leave you’re your jewelry repaired looking like new.
Metal Clay Jewelry
Days & Times:
Level:
All Levels WelcomeLocation:
385 Tequesta Drive - Studio JInstructor:
Enjoy working in clay? You’ll love creating beautiful pieces out of metal clay! During this class, students will learn additive and reductive techniques of working with the metal clay by developing textures, various forming methods, and pressing molds. This natural binder will burn out and leave a completely intact bronze jewelry piece or small sculpture. Demonstrations also involve finishing techniques and firing process using carbon. This class includes 100g of Bronzclay.
Thursdays
Intro to Jewelry & Metalsmithing
Days & Times:
Level:
All Levels WelcomeLocation:
385 Tequesta Drive - Studio JInstructor:
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 solder and set cabochons to create beautiful rings, cuffs or earrings. Students will work with sterling silver (optional) or copper throughout this course. Please see our small material list for details on supplies for this class.
Intermediate Jewelry & Metalsmithing (Thursday)
Days & Times:
Level:
IntermediateLocation:
385 Tequesta Drive - Studio JInstructor:
Students that have taken the beginning jewelry & metalsmithing class will enjoy learning new techniques in this course. Demonstrations will include hollow construction to give your piece more dimension, flush, and basket setting with faceted stones, and anticlastic/synclastic forming methods for both cuffs & earrings. Please see the material list for details on supplies to bring to class.
Saturdays
Seashells, Sea Glass, and Pearls! Oh My!
Days & Times:
Level:
All Levels WelcomeLocation:
385 Tequesta Drive - Studio JInstructor:
Students will learn the proper technique of pearl (and bead) stringing and knotting, drilling sea glass, and seashells. Then students learn how to make the chain links from wire and connect them together into their one-of-a-kind jewelry. Pearls and stringing equipment are included in the tuition.