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Classes & Workshops
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In-Person
1 Day Workshop
$139
Chains, Links and Clasps
Instructor
Donna D'Aquino
The choices are endless! Using a variety of metals including Argentium Silver, Sterling, Copper and/or Brass wire, this one day intensive will focus on the formation of various styles of links and repetitious components. These components will be assembled to create chains with simple clasps.
Saturday
December 9, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm EST
In-Person
1 Day Workshop
$139
Earrings for Every Experience Level
Instructor
Lisa Heller
Use traditional metalsmithing techniques, including cutting, filing, texturing, drilling, shaping and a tiny bit of fire to make at least one pair of unique architectural earring using the arc tension method.
Saturday
December 16, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In-Person
1 Day Workshop
$149
Intro to Filigree
Instructor
Courtney Pendergrast
Learn the traditional technique of open back filigree. Develop skills in making filigree wire, learn to analyze strength in layout and design, and enhance your soldering skills with an awareness of connections and a strong understanding of heat control.
Sunday
December 17, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm EST
In-Person
7 Weekly Classes
$339
Advanced Jewelry (MONDAY MORNING)
Instructor
Helen Blythe-Hart
Advanced jewelry students working independently will learn to hone their skills by learning from a lifelong professional Metalsmith and Jeweler. You’ll perfect the techniques needed to give your unique pieces that refined professional look.
Mondays
January 8 - February 19, 2024
10:30 am - 2:30 pm EST
In-Person
8 Weekly Classes
$339
Beginner Metalsmithing (TUESDAY EVENING)
Instructor
Donna D'Aquino
Learn the ancient craft of making silver and copper jewelry by hand. You will learn how to design, saw and pierce, texture, form, forge, make cold connections, and use a torch to solder.
Tuesdays
January 9 - February 27, 2024
6:00pm - 9:30pm EST
In-Person
7 Weekly Classes
$339
Advanced Jewelry (TUESDAY MORNING)
Instructor
Helen Blythe-Hart
Advanced jewelry students working independently will learn to hone their skills by learning from a lifelong professional Metalsmith and Jeweler. You’ll perfect the techniques needed to give your unique pieces that refined professional look.
Tuesdays
January 9 - February 20, 2024
10:30 am - 2:30 pm EST
In-Person
8 Weekly Classes
$339
Beginning Metalsmithing (WEDNESDAY MORNING)
Instructor
Donna D'Aquino
Learn the ancient craft of making silver and copper jewelry by hand. You will learn how to design, saw and pierce, texture, form, forge, make cold connections, and use a torch to solder.
Wednesdays
January 10 - February 28, 2024
10:00am - 1:30pm EST
In-Person
8 Weekly Classes
$339
Intro to Lost Wax Casting (WEDNESDAY EVENING)
Instructor
Dallas Vinson
Learn how to create carved wax models that you will turn into sterling silver jewelry with the art of Lost Wax Casting. You will learn how to mix and pour investment, how to calculate how much silver you need, kiln usage, and the burnout process.
Wednesdays
January 10 - February 28, 2024
6:00pm - 9:30pm EST
In-Person
8 Weekly Classes
$339
Intermediate to Advanced Metalsmithing (THURSDAY AFTERNOON)
Instructor
Regina Imbsweiler
We will start this class with a focus on constructing one or more stone settings, building on your previous experience and skill level. With an emphasis on design considerations, suggested projects include rings, pendants with handmade chains, and earrings in sterling silver and gold. Working with gold includes alloying, pouring ingots, as well as fabricating sheet, wire and tubing. On the advanced level, the class prepares those who want to make jewelry professionally, while paying close attention to every student's needs.
Thursdays
January 11 - February 29, 2024
2:00pm - 5:30pm EST
In-Person
8 Weekly Classes
$339
Intermediate to Advanced Metalsmithing (THURSDAY MORNING)
Instructor
Regina Imbsweiler
We will start this class with a focus on constructing one or more stone settings, building on your previous experience and skill level. With an emphasis on design considerations, suggested projects include rings, pendants with handmade chains, and earrings in sterling silver and gold. Working with gold includes alloying, pouring ingots, as well as fabricating sheet, wire and tubing. On the advanced level, the class prepares those who want to make jewelry professionally, while paying close attention to every student's needs.
Thursdays
January 11 - February 29, 2024
10:00am - 1:30pm EST
In-Person
8 Weekly Classes
$339
Advanced Studio (FRIDAY AFTERNOON)
Instructor
Dallas Vinson
Get back on track with unfinished projects and areas where you need the guiding hand of an expert! This class will help you overcome pain points and advance your jewelry-making skills through demos and customized instruction with our in-house pro.
Fridays
January 12 - March 1, 2024
2:00pm - 5:30pm EST
In-Person
7 Weekly Classes
$297
Beginning Metalsmithing (SUNDAY EVENINGS)
Instructor
Lisa Winn
Learn the basics of jewelry making. In this class I will teach the basic skills of sawing, soldering and shaping metal. We will cover correct sawing techniques, how to safely use an acetylene and air torch and use a rolling mill to create texture.
Sundays
January 14 - March 3, 2024
5:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
In-Person
or
Virtual
2 Day Workshop
$320
Links and Connections: Building a Jewelry Collection
Instructor
Donna D'Aquino
Have you ever wondered how to begin to create a jewelry collection but did not know where to begin? Through a series of design exercises, explorations, demonstrations and hands on making, we will create the connections that form a jewelry collection.
Saturday - Sunday
January 20-21, 2024
10:00 am - 4:00 pm EST
In-Person
1 Day Workshop
$160
Salt Water Etching Copper-Based Alloys
Instructor
Beth Kirtland
Learn how to etch copper-based alloys (copper, brass, bronze & nickel) using salt water, a battery and a Silhouette Cameo die cutting machine to cut custom vinyl decals as the resist.
Sunday
February 18, 2024
10:00 am - 4:00 pm EST
In-Person
or
Virtual
3 Day Workshop
$480
Studio Luna Verde's 3-Ring Circus
Instructor
Ace McCasland
Step right up, step right up! Get your tickets now! THREE days, THREE rings, ONE heckuva good time with Ace of Studio Luna Verde, sharing with you more tips and tricks about ring making than can fit in a magician’s hat.
Wednesday - Friday
March 6-8, 2024
10:00 am - 4:00 pm EST
In-Person
or
Virtual
2 Day Workshop
$320
The Poetry of Motion: Kinetic Earrings
Instructor
Ace McCasland
Take an organic approach to creating a pair of unusual kinetic earrings that dance and sway. Explore a variety of hinges and unusual, organic silver elements to add texture and intrigue to your pieces.
Saturday - Sunday
March 9-10, 2024
10:00 am - 4:00 pm EST
In-Person
or
Virtual
5 Day Workshop
$850
Nature Inspired by Atlanta, Georgia
Instructor
Nicole Ringgold
Design and hand-fabricate native plants surrounding Atlanta. The first two days we will focus on torch warm up, making leaves and branches, and fabricating a flower. The following three days we will delve into seed pods, more intricate, hollow forms, and an insect such as a butterfly.
Saturday - Wednesday
April 6-10, 2024
10:00 am - 4:00 pm EDT
In-Person
or
Virtual
3 Day Workshop
$480
Bezel Fabrication and Construction
Instructor
Sam Woehrmann
Learn to fabricate bezels in 22k gold, 18k gold, and sterling silver for cabochons, faceted stones, gems with rough surfaces, rose cut gems in geometric shapes, and more!
Friday - Sunday
May 17-19, 2024
10:00 am - 4:00 pm EDT
In-Person
Virtual
3 Day Workshop
$480
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Roll With It: Build A Bracelet with Foraged and Cast Botanicals
Instructor
Taylor Saleem
Emphasize the importance of gathering botanical gems with utmost respect for nature and build a cast botanical bracelet.
Friday- Sunday July 19-21, 2024 10:00AM-4:00PM EDT
In-Person
Virtual
5 Day Workshop
$800
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Die Forming Beads Ancient Style
Instructor
Jeanette K. Caines
Modern metalsmith's, it's time to reconnect with a lost art and harness the knowledge of ancient goldsmiths. Join me to learn the ancient art of die making hollow beads.
Saturday-Wednesday August 17-21, 2024 10:00AM-4:00PM EDT
Registration
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Cancellation / Refund Policy
If a participant withdraws from a class or workshop more than 30 days prior to the first day of the class or workshop, Metal Arts Guild of Georgia will grant a refund less a 20% cancellation fee and nonrefundable service fee. If a participant withdraws from a class or workshop less than 30 days prior but more than 14 days prior to the first day of the class or workshop, Metal Arts Guild of Georgia will grant a refund of 50%. Metal Arts Guild of Georgia cannot issue a refund for cancellations received 14 days or less before the first day of a class or workshop due to contractual obligations with our instructors. All refunds are subject to a nonrefundable service fee.
The Metal Arts Guild of Georgia, Inc., reserves the right to cancel any class due to low enrollment or unforeseen circumstances. You will be notified of class cancellation at least one week in advance of the class start date. If a class is cancelled, your registration may be transferred to the upcoming class of your choice. If there is no upcoming class offered which you wish to take, you will be issued a refund.
MAGG is not responsible for supplies purchased by enrollees for the class if the class is cancelled. MAGG will not reimburse students for supplies purchased in anticipation of a class.