< Back Visiting Artist Steel opened a door to freedom of expression in my jewelry creations, allowing me to offer wearable art that is less constrained than that of precious metals. As an artist I am luredby steel intoexploring a grittieraspect of jewelrycreation, intotaking thehumblest materialand applying vision,design andexecution to create art. Fusing gold to steel takes my work to another level entirely. The counterpoint of gold’s golden-yellow glow against the jet black of patinated steel sets off some sort of primal whisper in my head, a voice that murmurs, “Yes, this is it. This is the perfect tension, the ultimate balance.” I began my jewelry career in 2010, studying under expert jewelers and learning basic metalworking techniques. In 2013 I began studying the steel/gold fusing processes and continued with advanced workshops with the late Chris Nelson, who pioneered fusing gold to steel in the United States. I built on those studies by perfecting additional techniques and processes, including the ancient Korean art of Keum Boo applied to steel, fusing alternative metals and alloys to steel, fusing powdered metals to steel and working with various forms of steel such as wire, perforated sheet and woven mesh. I actively pursue research into working with steel and have published articles on the topic in Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist and MJSD Journal. In addition, I was selected by the Santa Fe Symposium to author a research paper entitled “Steel Jewelry— Expanding the Horizons of Steel and Gold,” which I presented in May 2022. I have authored a book entitled Creating Steel Jewelry , which is scheduled for publication by Artisan ideas in the fall of 2024. https://studiomigoto.com https://instagram.com/bettebarnett https://facebook.com/studiomigoto Bette Barnett The Sun-Smart Collection Bette Barnett Button View More The Sun-Smart Collection Bette Barnett Button View More

< Back Sip 'n Saw with Bette Barnett September 10, 2025 Join us for a preview of Bette Barnett's 2-day workshop Painting with Powdered Metals on Steel and her brand new Guerrilla Gold workshop. 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 Wednesday, September 10th at 6:00pm EST, MAGG will host visiting artist, Bette Barnett, for a Sip 'n Saw presentation in which she will give us a preview of the exciting things to come in her 2-day workshop Painting with Powdered Metals on Steel and her brand new Guerilla Gold workshop! This will be the very first time this workshop is taught, and we are delighted to showcase this exciting and innovative class showcasing budget-wise hacks for Gold and Steel. 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.

< Back Cloisonné Enameling: Explore Color, Layers, and Light September 12, 2023 Instructor Ricky Frank | This class will introduce beginning students to the technique of cloisonné enamel and challenge intermediate level students to create more personal enamel imagery. Previous Add to Cart Next This is an IN-PERSON class. Please arrive no more than 15 minutes early.

Members receive 8% OFF all classes and workshops! Wire Wrapping Stones and Amulets for Beginners Instructor Seldom Saw In-Person or Virtual Sunday May 5, 2024 10AM - 4PM ET 1 Day Workshop $160 Past Members receive 8% OFF! Click Here to Join Class Description Discover the world of wire wrapping, where copper, silver, and gold come to life in stunning designs crafted by your own hands. Embark on a journey through time and creativity with our Wire Wrapping class, an exploration of one of the most ancient and captivating forms of jewelry dating back over 6,000 years in Iraq and Egypt. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned enthusiast, you'll find the process surprisingly accessible. With just wire, gemstones, and a few pairs of pliers, you can unlock the secrets of this age-old art form. Join us for an intuitive, meditative, and creative experience that allows you to tap into your artistic potential. Throughout the session, we'll guide you in creating a medium-sized pendant or amulet, infusing it with your unique style and flair. Our exploration will cover a spectrum of topics, from understanding gemstone hardness using the Mohs Scale to selecting the right wire sizes and delving into both creative ancient designs and cutting-edge styles. Unleash your imagination and join us for a truly inspiring and hands-on journey into the world of Wire Wrapping. Prerequisite None Materials, Supplies & Tools WireWrappingSupplyList .pdf Download PDF • 19KB Instructor Bio Class Dates May 5, 2024

< Back Let's Twist Again: Variations on the Pineapple Twist at Jewelry Scale April 21, 2023 Instructor Alex Boyd | Learn variations on the Pineapple Twist, a classic blacksmith technique scaled down for jewelry. Students will learn the fundamentals of the technique, how to vary it (the options are infinite) and how to incorporate the twist into a cuff and a ring. 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.

< Back Granulation and Repoussé September 21, 2023 Instructor Kathy Kinev | Challenge yourself to learn two ancient Egyptian techniques and use them to create modern designs. Create unique and beautiful ornamentation with repoussé then highlight it with granulation - granules of fine silver or gold soldered or fused to the surface of the metal. 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.

< Back Georgia Talent (He/Him/They/Them) is best known as the Office/Studio Manager of the Metal Arts Guild of Georgia office and studio. He has been making jewelry since he was a small child, but began learning silversmithing skills in community art classes, now continuing to learn and create in his home studio. Rian is an apprentice at MASS collective, studying both woodworking and larger-scale metalworking, welding, and blacksmithing. Rian is also a photographer, and an airshifter on community radio. Rian Archer

< Back Jewelry Jam with Helen Blythe-Hart May 3, 2022 In-Person | 8 Class Sessions Learn what it takes to give your jewelry that top-notch finish or help your work to compete in a professional market. Previous Add to Cart Next Click here for details This is a LIVE, IN-PERSON event. Please plan to arrive no more than 15 minutes early to the class. Refer to the supply list on the details page for required tools and materials.

< Back Visiting Artist My work is an homage to the rocks and the mountains – a way to stay connected to the important things in life. Born and raised in Taos, New Mexico, I grew up in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. My jewelry journey started by working during the summer for my uncle, master goldsmith Phil Poirier. I went on to study photography and then built custom furniture for five years. I got sucked into the endless work, struggling to find balance between my love for climbing and the outdoors, and my creative work. I found my way back to metal while working part-time for Bonny Doon Hydraulic Presses. Using this background in machining, die making and hydraulic forming I created my first line of jewelry in 2011. In 2014, after a few years of making furniture and jewelry, but struggling to balance my love for the mountains, I had a pivotal change of thinking. Instead of seeing my two passions as separate, I asked myself: "What if I combine my passion for making art with my passion for climbing and the mountains? " One day I wrote in my sketchbook, "CHOOSE ADVENTURE" Since that day, I have been on a journey to bring these aspects together in my art. Everything seems so simple and peaceful in the mountains and my art is an exploration of bringing that into our daily lives. I've spent the last 8 years learning, experimenting, innovating new techniques, pushing the limits of tools and machinery, and gaining skills to be able to create the work that I do. It's taken sacrifice in many other aspects of my life, but I'm a dirtbag for my art, and proud of it. Whether it is the subtle details of the texture of granite, the effortless flow that only a hard climb can force us to find, or the amazing views from a summit, the inspiration offered by the mountains, and the rock we climb on, is endless. I want to capture the experiences we have outdoors and then bring them forward as mementos, to be savored in all the other moments of our lives. Everything is made by me and an assistant, in my small studio, in Taos, NM. I work with American-made machinery and tools. All materials, like stones and metal, are from the best, recycled, as local if possible, and always eco-friendly sources. As of 2022, I am also the owner of Bonny Doon Tools, working with my jewelry making experience to continue the legacy of innovation in Hydraulic Presses and Tools for the Jewelry Industry. http://peterwgilroy.com Peter Gilroy

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< Back Test Event February 24, 2025 Instructor Jenny Jeweler Previous Add to Cart Next Testing

< Back Christina Kober Designs began as a hobby, essentially to help Christina learn about her father's business. Her father owned JFF Jeweler Supply, a jeweler supply store in Atlanta, Georgia. Christina began working for him when she was 14. She knew nothing about the field--it was just a summer and holiday job to fill her closet with clothes. Little did she know it would turn into her passion. After graduating college, Christina continued working at JFF. She found that she was curious about the process of making jewelry and decided to begin taking classes. She was like a sponge, asking customers and coworkers questions, reading books and experimenting at home. Soon, she found herself recommending what tools to buy and providing her own insights into crafting and fabricating jewelry. In 2007, armed with a few designs and some business cards, Christina opened her etsy shop and started exhibiting at art festivals. She quickly found a connection to her customers through her fortune cookie collection & inspiring messages. After being featured by a prominent blogger, followed by immense (and unexpected) social media attention in 2011, Christina Kober Designs grew exponentially and began partnering with retailers around the nation. https://christinakober.com/ Christina Kober-Kauke