The Art of Metal Manipulation
Instructor Lesley Aine Mckeown
3 Days, Wednesday - Friday, 3/10/27 - 3/12/27, 10am - 5pm EST
Workshop Fee (Virtual): $590
Workshop Fee (In Person): $620
Studio: B
Prerequisite: Beginner to Intermediate Level – have completed at least 2 fabrication-based jewelry classes.
Adding dimension to a piece can transform your work. This course is designed to transform work into sculptural forms. Students will learn seven basic metal manipulation techniques and then explore how combining them can add dimension and a sculptural aesthetic to their work.
This is a technique based class. This is not a project based class. Students will be asked to focus on individual expression and design. Demos will be designed to address each student's integration into their body of work.
Techniques: All of these will be focused on the use of sterling silver.
Reticulation
Fusing -
Fold Forming
Shell forming
Hollow forms
Chasing - wax technique
Scoring - several techniques
Surface treatments - Different ways to finish your piece.
Patina and other colorants
Settings - bezel, tube and prong setting. As applies to design.
Registration for this workshop includes access to the video recording, available for 45 days following the workshop for all participants.
