Learn how to design and create handmade jewelry. You will learn how to use studio tools and many fabrication techniques for working with metals such as gold, sterling silver, copper, silver nickel and/or brass.
You'll also learn:
- How to design jewelry
- How to think and see as a jeweler
- Filing
- Forming
- Joining
- Soldering
- Chain making
- Granulation
- Filing Shapes
- Ring Sizing
- Sanding
- Wax Carving
- Polishing
- Texturing
- Stone Setting
- Finishing
- About marriage of metals, gems, textile techniques on metal
- About manufacturing tricks and considerations
- How to recycle
All of these techniques will be practiced in class.
Students will learn basic design drawings and how to develop concepts for creating jewelry pieces and collections. You will become familiar with the jewelry studio, tools and equipment. Students will be encouraged to create, experience, play and explore to accomplish their own jewelry designs.
Students will also receive a list of suppliers (tools & materials) jewelry art galleries & worldwide jewelry artists to provide students with a full introduction to the jewelry universe and industry.
Important: Studio is on the 4th Floor and there is no elevator.
FAQ
Q: Can I make up a class if I miss one?
A: Yes. If you need to miss a class, make-up classes may be able to be worked out depending on available future schedules of classes. We recommend checking to see what other schedules are currently available.
Q: Is a certificate of completion available to me after completing their class?
A: Yes
Q: Is a professional certificate available to me after completing their class?
A: No
Q: Can I take home what I make in this class?
A: Yes
Q: Are materials included in the price of the class?
A: No. Only tools will be provided for the entire duration of the class. Materials will also be provided ONLY for the first day of class then you must purchase materials for the subsequent sessions. A list of suppliers will be provided during the first class meeting.
