< Back Tuesday Evening Beginning Level 2 and 3 Metalsmithing August 20, 2024 Instructor Donna D'Aquino | In this second and third level Beginning class students will build upon the skills they have previously learned. This class will focus on further developing fabrication and hand skills through a number of hands on demonstrations. 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. PRE-REQUISITE : 1 beginning class in the last 3 months or permission from the instructor In this second and third level Beginning class students will build upon the skills they have previously learned. This class will focus on further developing fabrication and hand skills through a number of hands on demonstrations. Class will explore various forms of construction, connections and several methods of stone setting. Stone setting techniques to be covered will include tube setting, flush setting, simple prong setting, tab setting and bezel setting. With a focus on the principles of design and proper finishing, student projects may include pendants, rings, earrings, and bracelets. Come join us in this warm, welcoming, fun environment to learn something new!

< Back Visiting Artist Jennifer Wells is a studio artist and educator originally from the U.S but currently living in Italy. She holds an MFA, in Metalsmithing & Jewelry Design and has completed artist-in-residencies at: Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg, TN, Pocosin Arts in Columbia, NC and the Jentel Foundation near Banner, WY. She has worked for several U.S based Craft Schools, in a variety of roles. As an educator, Jennifer has taught for and been a visiting Artist at Universities throughout the U.S and for study abroad programs based in Italy. She serves on the Board of Vita Institute and teaches short workshops on various enameling and metalsmithing techniques throughout Europe and the U.S. In recent years she has curated multiple international exhibitions focused on jewelry and enameling. Her works have been featured in multiple publications and are in the collections of the Enamel Arts Foundation, Racine Museum, All Russian Museum of Decorative Arts, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, Yale University Art Gallery, Crocker Art Museum, The Metal Museum and Private Collections. http://www.jennwellsstudio.com https://www.instagram.com/jennwellsstudio Jennifer Wells

Members receive 8% OFF all classes and workshops! Beginner Metalsmithing (TUESDAY EVENING) Instructor Donna D'Aquino In-Person Only Tuesdays January 9 - February 27, 2024 6:00pm - 9:30pm EST 8 Weekly Classes $339 Past Members receive 8% OFF! Click Here to Join Class Description 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. Prerequisite None. Students of all skill level are welcome. Materials, Supplies & Tools Instructor Bio Class Dates January 9, 2024 January 16, 2024 January 23, 2024 January 30, 2024 February 6, 2024 February 13, 2024 February 20, 2024

< Back Beginner Metalsmithing and Jewelry (SUNDAYS) September 17, 2023 Instructor Lisa Winn | Learn the ancient craft of making silver and copper jewelry by hand. You will learn how to create designs using a jewelers saw and other hand tools and how to solder with an acetylene and air torch. Create simple designs that will lead you to make more advanced work later. 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 Friday Night Fabrication with Helen Blythe-Hart July 8, 2022 In-Person | 8 Class Sessions | Join us Friday nights for some jewelry making free-form fun! Put your techniques to work making some personalized bling. 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.

< Back Advanced Jewelry (MONDAY MORNING) January 8, 2024 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. 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.

Members receive 8% OFF all classes and workshops! Bezel Fabrication & Construction Instructor Sam Woehrmann In-Person Friday May 16, 2025 10am-5pm EST 3 Day Workshop $540 Register Now Members receive 8% OFF! Click Here to Join Class Description We will be learning my method of fabricating bezels in 22k gold and either 18k gold or sterling silver. I'll bring gemstones to purchase or you can use stones you already have. Cabochons, faceted stones, pearls or gems with rough surfaces, rose cut gems in geometric shapes are all welcome. We will learn how to shape the bezels to fit specific stones. Making interior seats for faceted gems or stones we want to raise higher in their settings for design purposes. Learn fast efficient ways to set stones in tube settings for use in constructing finished pieces. I like to use diamonds, sapphires or rubies so we can set them first and solder with them in place to keep the settings clean and to add some sparkle where it is harder to reach later. I'll talk and demonstrate a few ways of attaching bezels to one another strategically to bring designs together. Finish your pieces after learning how to safely set stones into your newly made settings and some tips I've learned along the way as well as techniques I have figured out after working many hours at the bench. Prerequisite Materials, Supplies & Tools Instructor Bio Class Dates

< Back Wednesday Morning Beginning 2 Metalsmithing August 21, 2024 Instructor Donna D'Aquino | In this second and third level Beginning class students will build upon the skills they have previously learned. This class will focus on further developing fabrication and hand skills through a number of hands on demonstrations. 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. PRE_REQUISITE : 1 Beginning class in the last 3 months or permission from the instructor. In this second and third level Beginning class students will build upon the skills they have previously learned. This class will focus on further developing fabrication and hand skills through a number of hands on demonstrations. Class will explore various forms of construction, connections and several methods of stone setting. Stone setting techniques to be covered will include tube setting, flush setting, simple prong setting, tab setting and bezel setting. With a focus on the principles of design and proper finishing, student projects may include pendants, rings, earrings, and bracelets. Come join us in this warm, welcoming, fun environment to learn something new!

Members receive 8% OFF all classes and workshops! Painting with Powdered Metals on Steel Instructor Bette Barnett In-Person Saturday October 18-October 19, 2025 10am-5pm EST 2 Day Workshop $360 Register Now Members receive 8% OFF! Click Here to Join Class Description In this workshop students will learn an innovative new metal fusing technique that was developed by the instructor—Painting with Powdered Metals on Steel. We will take a deep dive into this new approach and learn how to use powdered metals as paint to create colorful hues and shades on steel surfaces. You will be able to experiment with a spectrum of colors, textures, and patterns, pushing the boundaries of traditional metalsmithing. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your metalwork and bring your creative visions to life. Enroll now and be among the first to master this exciting new technique! WHY STEEL? Steel has many practical advantages, not the least of which are cost and accessibility. Steel is strong, malleable, and ductile, making it durable and workable. It is lightweight, making larger pieces of jewelry comfortable. Topping the list of advantages is steel's high melting temperature, which makes it ideal for fusing other metals to it. Fusing gold and other non-ferrous metals to steel takes it to another level and results in jewelry that has a modern, urban edge but also feels ancient and rich. As alternative metal, steel has another big advantage—it’s different—and invites you to dare to stand apart and try new things. Steel can serve as a catalyst that opens the floodgates of creativity. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN • Basics of working with steel. Sourcing steel, its characteristics, techniques such as shearing, sawing, forming and soldering steel. • Sourcing. All about powdered metals...where to buy them, the metals, alloys and formulas (pure powders, flakes, metal clay, etc.) that are available in powder form and how to grind your own powders. • Effects. Understanding how the various powdered metals react when fused to steel. • Mixing. How to mix powdered metals “paint” to create your own individual palette of colors and textures. • Painting techniques. Painting powdered metals onto steel and fusing them to the surface. Heat and flow control. Troubleshooting. • Advanced fusion techniques. How to mix various powdered metals to create alloys both in the “paint” or during the fusion process. • Designing. Exploration of design possibilities. WORKSHOP STRUCTURE Each day will be structured with a combination of instruction, demonstrations, interactive discussion and hands-on work. The instructor will provide individual support and guidance throughout. During the workshop, you will have the guidance and opportunity to produce at least three completed pieces of steel jewelry. Patterns for these pieces will be included in the course handout and you are free to use the patterns or create your own designs. SKILL LEVEL Students should be comfortable using a torch and should possess basic metal working skills, such as sawing, filing and forming. Prerequisite Pre-class Online Tutorials--Basics of Working with Steel. Instructor will provide students with a link approximately one week before the workshop. Students should have taken at least 3 beginner classes. Materials, Supplies & Tools In Person Supply List: bette-barnett-painting .pdf Download PDF • 52KB Virtual Supply List: Virtual-Supply-List .pdf Download PDF • 63KB Instructor Bio Class Dates

VOLUNTEER with the Metal Arts Guild of Georgia! The Metal Arts Guild of Georgia is a volunteer-led organization! Our volunteers help grow the community and steer MAGG into the future by tabling at events, driving marketing efforts, and working in the studio on maintenance and special projects. Volunteer your time and make MAGG magnificent - we can’t do it without you! How To Volunteer: MAGG’s volunteer-based leadership structure forms different committees, led by board members. You can specify which committees suit your skills, or offer your time as a general volunteer. All volunteers are welcome to virtually attend open committee meetings – all other calls for volunteer support will be sent out via email. Let us know you’re interested in volunteering by filling out this form: Volunteer with us! CURRENT Volunteer Opportunities Wherever you’re located, you can support MAGG as a volunteer virtually or in-person by joining a committee. When we have additional volunteer needs for scheduled in-person events or studio workdays, we will post those volunteer sign-up forms here. Volunteer Orientation & Work Day, August 8th

< Back Thursday Afternoon Intermediate & Advanced Metalsmithing October 31, 2024 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. Previous Add to Cart Next Taught by Instructor Susan Wachler 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. Please note- there will be no class November 28th! Unleash your creativity and push boundaries in this Intermediate/Advanced Metalsmithing class! This course is designed for smiths ready to enhance and explore new approaches to jewelry making. Dive into the world of fusing, where metals meet through torch and temperatures. Or jump into less traditional techniques of chain-making, linking, and creative connections. Transform older works or repurpose existing work into bold components, focusing on your vision through stone setting, texturing and patina. Learn to use your scrap with ingot making, bringing your metal from scrap to final product. Whether you’re drawn to the combination of metal and stone or the beauty of metals alone, this class offers the tools and support to surprise yourself with new ways of creating beautiful works. Can’t wait to work with you!