Intro to Metalsmithing: Ring Only - Evening Session October 17 & 24; 2 spots left!
Enter the world of making metal jewelry with our "ring only" Intro to Metalsmithing (Metals 1) class. This introductory 2-week 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. 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: 6 contact hours, ages 14+ located at the Silver Peak Studio Classroom 100.5 E. Cleveland St. Lafayette 80026 Two Thursdays October 17 &