Beginning Jewelry/ Metalsmithing - In this class you'll learn the basics techniques to create jewelry of your own design. Class projects include a cuff bracelet, textured earrings and a ring or pendant with a bezel set cabochon stone. Techniques covered will include use of the rolling mill, hammers, jewelers saw and silver soldering.

Introduction to Jewelry Casting - This class will teach you to make jewelry using the lost wax casting method. Learn to carve a model in wax from master carver Joan Joachims.  Then make a mold and then replicate your model in silver or bronze by casting. Students will be guided step by step in the process in order to make unique pieces of jewelry. No experience necessary. Supply list provided upon registration.

Ring Making Workshop - Learn to shape, solder, texture and patina silver to create beautiful rings of your own design. No prior jewelry experience is necessary.   Copper and brass are provided for in class use, silver will be available for purchase from the instructor. Students should bring about $5 - $10 to spend on silver projects.

Fold Forming -  Learn a fabulously fast and easy technique to create stunning organic forms in metal.  Great  for jewelry or small sculpture.  Copper and brass are included for use in class, students wishing to work in silver should bring 24 gauge.

Graphic Techniques for Enamels -  Enameling is a great way to incorporate color into your jewelry.  Learn to add contrast and impact using images and lines in your enamel pieces.  This class will cover various effects in enameling such as line application, sgrafitto, stencils, color shading, graphite and painting enamels.  Enamel experience helpful, but not required.

Stone Setting- Tube and Flush Setting - In this fast paced workshop you’ll learn two ways to set round faceted stones.  Students may use stones provided or bring their own 3mm round faceted stones.  Previous metalworking experience required. Intermediate level.

Etching & Patinas -  This class will cover many ways to etch your designs on to copper and brass. We will cover chemical etching, electro-etching and using photocopy transfer resists. A home studio set-up, safety and ways to etch silver will also be discussed.

Beginning Jewelry/ Metalsmithing Workshop -  Learn the secrets of working with copper, brass and silver on a jewelry scale. Techniques covered will include piercing, filing, stamping, hammering, riveting, soldering and a simple stone setting.  Students will be guided step by step in the use of studio equipment with access to a rolling mill and hydraulic press. No prior jewelry experience is necessary, but students of all levels are welcome.  Copper and brass provided for in class use.

Pillow Forms with the Hydraulic Press -  Add dimension to your metalwork with the hydraulic press.  You will make a forming tool of your own design in acrylic and use the force of the hydraulic press to push the metal into a domed shape.  This is an easy, fun way to add form and dimensions to your pieces.

Soldering Tips and Tricks -  Whether you are brand new to silver soldering or just want to brush up on your skills this class will demystify the art of soldering.  With detailed demonstrations and plenty of one on one coaching you’ll leave this workshop with the confidence to continue on your own.

Enameling on Precious Metal Clay- Learn to add stunning color to your precious metal clay pieces with enamels. Students will make a fine silver precious metal clay piece and then add enamel colors to create a one of a kind work of art. The introduction of this skill will add new and exciting possibilities to your work. No experience necessary.

Flex-Shaft Tips and Techniques -  The flex shaft is one of the most versatile tools in the metalsmith's studio.  Do you know all the things you can do with it?  In this class we'll focus on using it for different finishes from matt to high shine, and a variety of exciting textures you can add to your jewelry pieces.