Basics of Metalsmithing and Jewelry

Classes
Summer 2024|#5103.001

Jun 4, 2024 - Jul 9, 2024
18 yrs +, Mixed
Metals and Jewelry

Description

Learn the fundamentals of metalsmithing and jewelry design in this two project course. Participants will explore jewelry fabrication techniques including sawing, piercing, texturing, riveting and soldering. Starting with an extensive exploration of the various ways to texture metals, you can then design and fabricate a pierced pendant using all of these techniques. This class will have a second project that focuses on expanding these skills and learning the basics of soldering as well.

**NOTE** - This class does not meet on July 2nd.

This course is taught by Alison Lesniak!


SUPPLY LIST INFORMATION: GENERAL SUPPLIES (bring to first class) = Fine Tip Sharpie Marker, Pen, Pencil, Note/Sketchbook. ****** NOTE: This course does NOT include stone setting or metal casting.

Intro to Metals

Activity meeting dates

Jun 4, 2024 - Jul 9, 2024
Tue6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Teaching Artist

Alison Lesniak

More Information

SupervisorWheelhouse Staff
Number of sessions5
$210.00
Full
Waiting List registration is open. One person on waiting list.
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Notes
UW Students and Union Members pay $10 less than listed fee. Check box and use ID/Member Number for discount on Fees Page.