Intro to Metalsmithing (Metals 1): July 9 & 16, Evening Session. 2 spots left!

Enter the world of making metal jewelry with our Intro to Metalsmithing (Metals 1) class. This introductory 2-week session weekday evening class gives you the foundational skills of metalsmithing jewelry and is the prerequisite for our more advanced classes.  This workshop is jam-packed with information to get you introduced to the world of metalsmithing without a huge time commitment! In addition to learning safety procedures, you'll learn the fundamentals of metalsmithing and at the end of class will have made a textured 7 mm sterling silver ring band with their choice in size and texture as well as a hand-sawn copper pendant. You will learn: Studio safety and ergonomics Sawing techniques Hammer texturing and stamping Filing and sanding Basics of soldering Texturing metal with a rolling mill and hammers How to remove fire-scale Patina options How to use a flex-shaft Details:  Two Wednesdays July 9 & 16 from 5-9 p.m.  You must be able to attend both sessions as no make-ups w