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< Back Intermediate Metalsmithing and Jewelry (DAY) January 10, 2023 Instructor Susan Wachler | Explore design, technique, and improvisation including stone setting, connections, form, movement, and texture. 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 Beginner Metalsmithing and Jewelry for Teens September 17, 2023 Instructors Susan Wachler & Leah Fedeli | For Teens ages 15 to 19. 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. 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 Meditations in Metal: Chain Intensive with Susan Saul May 11, 2022 In Person | 4 Class Sessions Explore 4 variations of woven loop-in-loop chain. 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 Metal Clay Madness (DAYS) March 20, 2023 Instructor Kate Larrabee | Have you heard of precious metal clay? It's particles of metal such as silver, gold, bronze, or copper mixed with an organic binder. Come learn how to use this amazing material to sculpt unique fine silver jewelry. 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.

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< Back Visiting Artist Harold O’Connor is a jeweler’s jeweler. He has been a teacher and practicing goldsmith for over 50 years. He was educated at schools in Denmark, Finland, Germany, Austria, Mexico, and the U.S. He has conducted workshops in over 300 schools over North America and in 23 countries abroad, including South Korea, New Zealand, Peru, and Estonia. His work is in many private and public collections including The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C., Victoria and Albert Museum in London, Boston Museum of Fine Art, and The Racine Art Museum in Wisconsin. He is the author of "The Jeweler’s Bench Reference" and "The Flexible Shaft Machine". http://www.haroldoconnor.com/ https://klimt02.net/jewellers/harold-oconnor https://www.patina-gallery.com/blogs/artists/harold-oconnor Harold O'Connor Class Gallery Giving Form to Metal: Methods of Creating Hollow Forms Reticulation and Granulation

< Back Beginner Metalsmithing & Jewelry with Piper Espey **DAYS** November 16, 2022 Explore various tools and their many uses, design and texture, forming, forging, sawing and bezel setting stones. 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 Design Therapy November 12, 2023 Come share your current pieces with the group and get design input! We are asking for a small donation to help with our move. Previous Add to Cart Next Design Therapy- where you come for a little artist “TLC” Ever feel stuck in your jewelry designs? Feel like a piece is sitting “pretty” but isn’t very compelling, or isn’t distinguishable as an original work? Think of Design Therapy as “Artist Show & Tell- with Extra Steps.” For a small donation, come sit with us as we round-table about our concepts, creation, and uniquely individual aesthetics as jewelry designers. We’ll go around the group where each person will have time to present their work, and then the group will gently critique and guide you towards leveling up and solving your design dilemmas. Build community with us while we discuss work! Anyone can attend with a $10 donation towards MAGG for our move to our new location. You will submit your donation at entry to the event, cash only. Please RSVP- capped at 8 attendees so everyone gets enough time to speak. This event is facilitated by Dana Marie Burmeister, who holds dual Master of Arts degrees from the Savannah College of Art & Design in Jewelry & Metals and Luxury & Fashion Management where she studied jewelry fabrication, design, marketing and manufacturing. She has won many awards for her work and been featured in multiple publications.

< Back Wednesday Evenings Lost Wax Casting March 19, 2025 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. Previous Add to Cart Next Taught by Instructor Dallas Vinson This is a LIVE, IN-PERSON event. Please plan to arrive no more than 15 minutes early to the class. Class Details: Wednesday Evening Lost Wax Casting Instructor: Dallas Vinson 8 Sessions, Wednesdays, 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm Class Dates: 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7 Prerequisites: None. This class is for all levels. No experience required! Supply List: will be sent to students via email Learn the basics with casting extraordinaire Dallas Vinson. Lost wax casting is a fascinating and intricate art form that involves creating carved wax models and transforming them into sterling silver jewelry. In this class, participants will delve into the step-by-step process of lost wax casting, gaining hands-on experience in various aspects of the craft. The following key components will be covered in the class: Carved Wax Models: Participants will learn the art of creating intricately carved wax models. This involves sculpting and shaping the wax to bring their jewelry designs to life. Attention to detail and precision in carving are essential skills to master in this stage. Sterling Silver Jewelry Transformation: The carved wax models serve as the prototypes for the final sterling silver jewelry pieces. Participants will explore the methods and techniques involved in transforming their wax creations into durable and beautiful silver jewelry. Investment Mixing and Pouring: Understanding the composition and preparation of the investment material is crucial in the casting process. Participants will learn how to mix and pour investment, the substance that will encase the wax models and facilitate the casting of molten silver. Calculating Silver Quantity: An essential aspect of lost wax casting is determining the right amount of silver needed for the casting process. Participants will be guided on how to calculate the appropriate quantity of silver to ensure successful and precise castings. Kiln Usage: The class will cover the usage of a kiln, a crucial tool in the lost wax casting process. Participants will learn how to operate the kiln effectively to achieve the optimal temperature for melting and casting the silver. Burnout Process: The burnout process involves removing the wax from the investment mold before casting the silver. Participants will be instructed on the intricacies of the burnout process, ensuring a clean and successful casting. By the end of the class, participants will have acquired the skills and knowledge needed to create unique sterling silver jewelry through the captivating art of Lost Wax Casting. This hands-on experience will not only enhance their understanding of the craft but also empower them to express their creativity in the world of jewelry making.

< Back Kinetic Toy Brooch with Gabriel Mo **2 days** May 7, 2022 Virtual | 2 Day Workshop Activate your metalwork designs with moving parts! This class will cover how to use hinges, springs, levers, and other components to add a dynamic and interactive spark to your projects. Previous Add to Cart Next Click here for workshop details Refer to the supply list on the details page for required tools and materials. Participate from your own studio or from ours! Open Studio is available for FREE to all participants of this workshop. Instruction will be presented via MAGG's media equipment. Enjoy the company of fellow participants while you work! This is a VIRTUAL event with real-time interaction via Zoom. If you cannot attend live, a recording of the workshop will be uploaded each evening after the day's instruction is complete. This recording will remain available to all participants for 30 days following the workshop.

< Back Play with Cloisonné Patterns November 17, 2023 Instructor Ricky Frank | Advance your cloisonné skills and begin to develop personal enamel imagery! This class introduces students to the many possible ways to create patterns using enamel color, foils, and cloisonné wire. 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! Intermediate to Advanced Studio Instructor Dallas Vinson In-Person Fridays December 1-22, 2023 10:00 am - 1:30 pm EST 4 Weekly Classes $169 Past Members receive 8% OFF! Click Here to Join Class Description This exciting class is just what the doctor ordered to help students get back on track with unfinished projects and areas where they need the guiding hand of an expert! Dallas brings his vast expertise to the classroom to assist students with their own work, providing customized demos and instruction on individual projects and opportunities for the entire class to learn from each other. This class will help you overcome pain points and advance your jewelry making skills. Along the way, the following will be taught to further enhance student skills: Various types of prong settings Finishing techniques, tips, and tricks Learning to maximize tools, modifications, and care Take advantage of this unique class to learn from our in-house pro to develop your skills to soar! Prerequisite Intermediate metalsmithing skills Materials, Supplies & Tools Bring your unfinished projects and your favorite tools. Instructor Bio Class Dates December 1, 2023 December 8, 2023 December 15, 2023 December 22, 2023