< Back Thursday Afternoon Intermediate Metalsmithing June 6, 2024 Instructor Regina Imbsweiler | In this class we will be building on your previous experience and skill level. With an emphasis on design considerations, suggested projects include rings, pins, pendants with handmade chains, and earrings in sterling silver and gold, including mixed metals. Previous Add to Cart Next This is a LIVE, IN-PERSON event. Please plan to arrive no more than 15 minutes early to the class. Transitions: As of May 1, 2024, there will be an administrative fee of $30 applicable for any changes made to your class format, including moving from in-person to virtual sessions. This fee is implemented to cover the administrative costs associated with processing such changes. Summer Class Bonus ! 2 Free Open Studio Sessions! In this class we will be building on your previous experience and skill level. With an emphasis on design considerations, suggested projects include rings, pins, pendants with handmade chains, and earrings in sterling silver and gold, including mixed metals. Stones settings will be mostly box and bezel settings, as well as basic prong setting. Working with silver and 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.

Members receive 8% OFF all classes and workshops! Wednesday Morning Soldering Intensive Instructor Donna D'Aquino In-Person Wednesday October 30, 2024 10am-1:30pm EST 6 Weekly Classes $255 Register Now Members receive 8% OFF! Click Here to Join Class Description Please note- No Class on November 27th! Prerequisite Materials, Supplies & Tools Instructor Bio Class Dates October 30, 2024 November 6, 2024 November 13, 2024 November 20, 2024 November 27, 2024 NO CLASS December 4, 2024 December 11, 2024

Sign up by October 20th for Early Bird Special - $12.50 OFF! **2 DAY WORKSHOP SPECIAL** When you register for Introduction to Liquid Polymer Clay AND Layers and Levels in Polymer Clay, you receive $10 off! After checkout for this course, check your email for a coupon code for Introduction to Liquid Polymer Clay. Layers and Levels in Polymer Clay Instructor Lynn Yuhr In-Person Sunday December 3, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm EST 1 Day Workshop $150 Past Members receive 8% OFF! Click Here to Join Class Description This class focuses on building layers in your work to provide a tactile quality and a depth of interest. But it is not just simple layering. We will discuss overhangs, undercuts, risers and explore floating elements. However, to be successful with these ideas, we need to determine the steps in the process of putting it together, how layers are attached and in what order. I will encourage you to develop your own collection of veneers and components in colors, textures and shapes that resonate with you. We will discuss sketching ideas and auditioning components as we develop a layered design. I will share different ways of attaching your layers and include simple wire embellishments in the process! This class is designed for polymer clay artists with some basic experience. If you take the Intro to Liquid Polymer Clay class you will have created veneers and components to continue into this workshop with ease. If not, I will send you a little homework sheet so you can be prepared for the class. This is primarily a technique class. I expect that you will have a few different pieces partially completed at the end of class to be finished at a later time. QUESTIONS? Please contact Artist Assistant Kate Craig at kate@metalartsguildga.org CAN'T ATTEND LIVE? WANT TO REVIEW WHAT YOU LEARNED? A recording of the workshop will be available to all participants for 30 days following the workshop. Prerequisite Students should have a basic understanding of polymer clay. Materials, Supplies & Tools Supply List_Layers and Levels in Polymer Clay .pdf Download PDF • 45KB Instructor Bio Class Dates December 3, 2023

< Back Visiting Artist Nash Quinn is a metalsmith who specializes in pattern-formed enameled vessels and smallscale spring-based mechanisms. Originally from Wyoming, he earned his BFA from the University of Wyoming and his MFA from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. He teaches, lectures, and exhibits his work at craft schools, universities, and jewelry institutes nationwide. Nash currently lives in Houston, TX. http://nashquinn.com Nash Quinn

< Back Georgia Talent Cassidy apprenticed in Atlanta, Georgia with Starr Miller and Troy Atterberry, two prominent southeastern custom jewelers. She studied at New Approach School for Jewelers, a state of the art jewelry school started by Blaine Lewis. Cassidy spent many years within fine jewelry sales, repair and fabrication for various commercial locations around Georgia. She now owns and runs Cassidy Jewelry and Cassidy Jewelry Artisan Collective employing and supporting other female artists from around the world. She has a diverse academic background in communications, linguistics, and second-language acquisition earning a Bachelor of Science from Liberty University. In effort to keep old jewelry traditions alive, Cassidy creates each original jewelry design by hand using wax carving techniques. Wax carving dates back as far as the fourth millennium BC. Cassidy aims to preserve these historic techniques imbuing an other worldly soul within each piece that is thoroughly hand made. http://www.cassidyjewelry.online https://www.instagram.com/cassidykento/ Cassidy Kento

< Back Roll With It: Build a Bracelet Using Foraged and Cast Botanicals July 19, 2024 Instructor Taylor Saleem | Join me for a walk this summer to collect jewelry-making inspiration in the form of leaves and foliage. I'll demonstrate my specially-adapted techniques for quick-drying and capturing their intricate details in silver by rolling them through a mill. Previous Add to Cart Next Register for EITHER the in-person OR virtual event. If attending virtually, live interaction with the in-person class will occur via Zoom. If attending in-person, please plan to arrive no more than 15 minutes early to the class. ----- CAN'T ATTEND LIVE? ----- ----- WANT TO REVIEW WHAT YOU LEARNED? ----- A recording of the workshop will be available to all participants for 30 days following the workshop. Transitions: As of May 1, 2024, there will be an administrative fee of $30 applicable for any changes made to your class format, including moving from in-person to virtual sessions. This fee is implemented to cover the administrative costs associated with processing such changes. Join me for a walk this summer to collect jewelry-making inspiration in the form of leaves and foliage. I'll demonstrate my specially-adapted techniques for quick-drying and capturing their intricate details in silver by rolling them through a mill, which will form the basis for an eclectic botanical bracelet. I'll bring along hydrangeas and other floral castings to add as components, which we'll join together with our rolled botanicals using sturdy soldered and hand-forged silver links. Click Here For More Class Details

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LOST WAX CASTING Current Lost Wax Casting Classes Transform Unworn Jewels into Innovative Adornment Fri, Mar 21 Jill Herlands: Virtually & In Studio More info Details Working with Mitsuro Hikime Fri, Jan 24 Instructor Jennifer Stenhouse More info Details Wednesday Evening Lost Wax Casting Wed, Jan 08 Instructor Dallas Vinson at MAGG Studio More info Details Lost wax casting, sometimes called cire perdue, is an ancient method of metal casting where a duplicate metal sculpture is cast from an original wax sculpture. Intricate works can be achieved by this method, which is still widely used for art and jewelry today. Rings, pendants, bracelets, and even gold teeth are all commonly made via the lost wax process. The History and Evolution of Wax Casting Lost wax casting dates back thousands of years , with its earliest known use in ancient jewelry making. Over the centuries, the technique has been refined and adapted, but the basic principles remain the same. It’s been used to create some of the world’s most famous sculptures, including those from the Renaissance era. The Lost-Wax Casting Process Lost wax casting involves several key stages, each requiring precision and care. Here’s a more detailed, step-by-step look as it would apply to the creation of a bronze sculpture (though this could be applied to other alloys & metals) Creating the Model The journey begins when you sculpt a model of the desired object in wax. This model is the exact replica of what you wish to cast in metal. The wax used can vary in type, ranging from beeswax to more specialized modeling waxes. The choice depends on the required detail and durability of the model that sculptors need to create. Investing the Wax Model Once the wax model is ready, it’s encased in mold material. Traditionally, this material is a kind of plaster and silica mixture called investment that can withstand high temperatures. The investing process involves encasing the wax model in investment captured in a stainless-steel tube called a flask, ensuring every detail of the wax is captured. Wax Removal After the investment is set and hardened, the flask is heated in a kiln. The heat causes the wax to melt and run out through the channels called sprues leaving behind a hollow cavity in the shape of the original wax model. This step, known as burnout, is crucial and must be done carefully to prevent the mold from cracking or the details from being lost. Pouring the Metal (Bronze Casting) After burnout, molten metal (in this case, molten bronze) is forced into the cavity left behind by the wax. There are two methods commonly used to accomplish this. Centrifugal casting, which uses a spinning mechanism to sling the molten metal into the cavity. Vacuum casting, which uses a powerful pump to suck the molten metal into the cavity. Cooling and Quenching After the metal has been poured, the mold is briefly left to cool. This cooling process is vital as it allows the metal to solidify properly. Once cooled, the flask is submerged in cold water to break up the investment and reveal the metal casting. Finishing Touches The final step in wax casting involves cleaning and polishing the cast metal. Any imperfections, such as seams or leftover bits from the sprues, are removed. Further details can be added by the artist or craftsman, and surfaces are polished or treated to prevent oxidation as required for the final piece. Rubber Mold Making When duplicates of an item are needed, rubber molds are used to produce duplicates of the same wax. These molds can either be vulcanized from layers of mold rubber with a metal master sandwiched between them. Alternative RTV (room temperature molds) can be made directly from wax or 3D-printed originals. As each wax makes one metal piece, being able to make waxes in quantity is the key to production casting. Investment Casting Also known as “Precision Casting”, the investment casting process specifically uses a ceramic shell for higher precision and detail (whereas lost-wax casting can use multiple materials), making it ideal for intricate, identical industrial parts. Investment casting is more time-consuming and costly, focusing on detail and repeatability, while lost-wax casting is more versatile. Foundry Applications in Art and Industry In art, wax casting is revered for its ability to produce sculptures with incredible detail and fidelity to the original design. Artists can create intricate and delicate works that would be impossible with other methods. In industry, it's used for making jewelry, dental fixtures, and components for machinery and electronics, demonstrating its versatility. The Future of Lost-Wax Casting Today, technology is shaping the future of lost-wax casting. 3D printing, for instance, is used to create more accurate models, expanding the possibilities for what can be created. Despite these advancements, the basic principle of lost-wax casting remains unchanged, proving its enduring value. Lost wax casting is more than just a method for creating objects; it’s a bridge between the past and the future, showcasing human innovation and artistic spirit. Stunning jewelry can be created through this process. Lost wax casting remains a vital and fascinating process. If you'd like to learn more about Wax Casting, or about dozens of other metalsmithing techniques, check out our classes here at the Metal Arts Guild of GA!

< Back Sip 'n Saw with Tonya Davidson: The Art of Affordable Gold September 24, 2023 Join us for a preview of Tonya Davidson's upcoming 2-day virtual workshop The Art of Affordable Gold! An open Q&A will follow the presentation. Sip 'n Saw is free to attend. RSVP to receive the Zoom link. Previous Add to Cart Next On Sunday, September 24th at 7:30pm, MAGG will host visiting artist Tonya Davidson for a Sip 'n Saw presentation in which she will give us a preview of the exciting things to come in her 2-day virtual workshop The Art of Affordable Gold . Tonya will talk about her work and introduce the concepts taught in her upcoming workshop. We will have an open Q&A with the artist following the presentation. Sip 'n Saw is FREE for all to attend, so invite your friends! RSVP to receive the Zoom link.

 If you've always wanted to learn how to make jewelry, start with one of our weekly classes! No matter if you're brand new to the studio, or have been creating for years, our weekly in-studio classes are exactly what you need. Jewelry and Metalsmithing Classes If you've always wanted to learn how to make jewelry, start with one of our weekly classes! No matter if you're brand new to the studio, or have been creating for years, our weekly in-studio classes are exactly what you need. Sunday Afternoon Intro to Metalsmithing Sun, Mar 30 MAGG Studio Taught by MAGG STAFF |Join us for this 5 week intensive beginner metalsmithing class. Students will become acquainted with the MAGG studio, tools and safety practices, while learning the basics to get started on a silversmithing journey. Details Sunday Morning Intro to Metalsmithing Sun, Mar 30 Metal Arts Guild of Georgia Taught by MAGG STAFF | Join us for this 5 week intensive beginner metalsmithing class. Students will become acquainted with the MAGG studio, tools, and safety practices, while learning the basics to get started on a silversmithing journey. Details Friday Afternoon Advanced Studio Fri, Mar 28 Instructor Dallas Vinson at MAGG Studio 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. Details Thursday Evening Intermediate Jewelry and Metalsmithing Thu, Mar 20 Instructor Lisa Winn at MAGG Studio Instructor Lisa Winn | Take it to the next level. Expand your knowledge of torches and soldering. Projects include a basket setting, split ring bands and pin backs. We will explore techniques like keum boo and cuttlefish bone casting. Details Thursday Afternoon Intermediate/Advanced Metalsmithing Thu, Mar 20 Instructor Susan Wachler at MAGG Studio Instructor Susan Wachler | In this intermediate/advanced class, students will be supported in their current projects, as well as introduced to techniques related to design, stone setting, movement, form, and cohesion. Details Thursday Morning Beginning 1 & 2 Metalsmithing Thu, Mar 20 Instructor Lisa Winn at MAGG Studio Instructor Lisa Winn | Start from the beginning and learn to saw, solder and form jewelry. I’ll cover correct sawing techniques, how to safely use an acetylene and air torch, and use the rolling mill to create texture. Projects will lead up to a cabochon stone set on a sterling ring band. Details Wednesday Evenings Lost Wax Casting Wed, Mar 19 Instructor Dallas Vinson at MAGG Studio 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. Details Wednesday Morning Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing Wed, Mar 19 Instructor Donna D'Aquino at MAGG Studio Instructor Donna D'Aquino | Building upon the skills that students have learned in the first beginning class, this class will focus on further developing and improving those skills. Details Tuesday Evening Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing Tue, Mar 18 Instructor Donna D'Aquino at MAGG Studio Instructor Donna D'Aquino | Building upon the skills that students have learned in the first beginning class, this class will focus on further developing and improving those skills Details Tuesday Morning Advanced Metalsmithing Tue, Mar 18 Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart MAGG Studio Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart | Refine your craft and elevate your jewelry-making skills in our Advanced Jewelry Metalsmithing class. Designed for experienced students seeking to excel independently, this course offers personalized guidance from master stone setter and expert Metalsmith and Jeweler Details Monday Morning Advanced Jewelry and Metalsmithing Mon, Mar 17 Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart at MAGG Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart | Refine your craft and elevate your jewelry-making skills in our Advanced Jewelry Metalsmithing class. Designed for experienced students seeking to excel independently, this course offers personalized guidance from master stone setter and expert Metalsmith and Jeweler Details Sunday Evening Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing Sun, Mar 16 Instructor Donna D'Aquino at MAGG Studio Instructor Donna D'Aquino | Building upon the skills that students have learned in the first beginning class, this class will focus on further developing and improving those skills. Details

< Back Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Metal Arts Guild of Georgia February 5, 2026 Join the Metal Arts Guild of Georgia and the City of Tucker as we celebrate this milestone in MAGG's history. This short and sweet event will feature a ribbon cutting ceremony and photo op with Mayor Ann Lerner and the City of Tucker. Previous Add to Cart Next Thursday, February 5, 2026, 11:30 AM Join the Metal Arts Guild of Georgia board members, staff, volunteers, and the City of Tucker as we celebrate this milestone in MAGG's history. This short and sweet event will feature a ribbon cutting ceremony and photo op with Mayor Ann Lerner and the City of Tucker. If you wish to attend, please arrive no later than 11:15 am.

< Back Intermediate & Advanced Jewelry with Helen Blythe-Hart *THURSDAYS* September 8, 2022 Learn a wide range of metal and stone-setting techniques from a professional metalsmith who can help you get your individualized work looking top notch. Previous Add to Cart Next Click here for class details This is a LIVE, IN-PERSON event. Please plan to arrive no more than 15 minutes early to the class.