< Back Forging Copper into a Bowl March 16, 2025 Instructor Courtney Poole Pendergrast | In this in-studio one day class, students will be introduced to the incredible technique of forging. Using the technique of sinking, the project will be to make a simple copper dish or bowl. Previous Add to Cart Next Taught by Guest Instructor Courtney Poole Pendergrast In this in-studop one day class, students will be introduced to the incredible technique of forging. The topic will be presented with a laid back, straight forward approach, but don’t be fooled, there will also be lots of technical information! Using the technique of sinking, the project will be to make a simple copper dish or bowl. Students will be taught how to manipulate and move metal with a mindful approach, learning to listen to the metal and work within the limits of the materials. It is helpful if a student is familiar with using a jeweler’s saw and files but is not required. The instructor’s goal for this class is for each student to go home with confidence on the topic being presented. Be warned, forging can be habit forming! Download Class Supply List

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< Back Sterling Silver Etching February 17, 2024 Instructor Beth Kirtland | Learn how to safely etch sterling silver using ferric nitrate along with a Silhouette Cameo die cutting machine to cut custom vinyl decals as the resist. Previous Add to Cart Next This is an IN-PERSON workshop. Please plan to arrive no more than 15 minutes early to the class. Learn how to safely etch your Sterling Silver using ferric nitrate along with a Silhouette Cameo die cutting machine to cut custom vinyl decals as the resist. We will cover how to apply the vinyl resist to your silver, how to safely and properly etch your silver, how to stop the etching process, how to clean up the chemicals when the etching process is complete, and how to properly store your chemicals. A list of all materials used in class will be provided. You will leave with at least 1 fully etched sheet of Sterling Silver ready to be turned into something fabulous!

< Back Working with Mitsuro Hikime January 24, 2025 Instructor Jennifer Stenhouse | In this 3-Day Workshop, explore the ancient art of Mitsuro Hikime a Japanese modeling wax that showcases exceptionally delicate details. We will also explore several pulling techniques for creating ribbon like jewelry. Previous Add to Cart Next Taught by Guest Instructor Jennifer Stenhouse The ancient art of Mitsuro Hikime is a Japanese modeling wax that creates exceptionally delicate detail that resembles the most exquisite the texture of organic material like grass, hair, or flowing silk. The wax is made up of a mixture of pine resin and bees wax, along with other waxes, depending on the recipe you use. (You can buy it pre-made and focus on design.) You may want to customize your wax to your preferences. This is done by understanding the recipe. Much like taffy, the cold wax is gently warmed and pulled until the desired effect is created. Students will learn how to make their own wax with hands on demonstration. They will also learn how to adjust the wax to their personal needs for creating models. Then we will explore several pulling techniques for creating ribbon like jewelry. Jennifer will also show students how to include a few stone setting possibilities for lost wax casting. On the last day of class, we will be casting a few of the models the student has made. So, bring some metal to cast! Download Class Supply List

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< Back Friday Afternoon Advanced Studio March 28, 2025 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. 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. Class Details: Friday Afternoon Advanced Studio Instructor: Dallas Vinson 6 Sessions, Fridays, 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm Class Dates: 3/28, (No class 4/4), 4/11, (No class 4/18), 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, (No class 5/16 and 5/23), 5/30 Supply List: none 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.

Members receive 8% OFF all classes and workshops! Giving Form to Metal: Methods of Creating Hollow Forms Instructor Harold O'Connor In-Person Monday - Tuesday May 22-23, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm EDT 2 Day Workshop $325 Past Members receive 8% OFF! Click Here to Join Class Description This workshop will include how to make hollow forms from one sheet of metal through creasing and folding metal sheet with minimum solder joints. Students will be taught how to accomplish this by scoring and folding metal sheet to create a three dimensional form. (Normally, this would require four solder joints.) Roller printing of various materials to create textured surfaces, creating a mosaic pattern using different metals, efficiency in the workshop, soldering tips, finishing, and use of various tools for flex shaft will be covered. QUESTIONS? Please contact Artist Assistant Piper Espey at piper@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 Beginner Level 2 skills required. Appropriate for Beginner Level 2 to Advanced students. Materials, Supplies & Tools supply-list-hollow-forms .pdf Download PDF • 26KB Instructor Bio Class Dates May 22, 2023 May 23, 2023

< Back Creativity Bootcamp for Jewelry Artists June 10, 2023 Instructor Ricky Frank | Develop and improve the different skills that creative artists use to change and combine their ideas into a new reality. Beginning with simple prompts and “babystep” exercises, we will practice new skills that can free you from conventional ways of seeing and thinking. Previous Add to Cart Next This is a VIRTUAL event. Live interaction with the instructor will occur via Zoom. ----- 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.

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Members receive 8% OFF all classes and workshops! Play with Cloisonné Patterns Instructor Ricky Frank In-Person Friday - Sunday November 17-19, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm EST 3 Day Workshop $480 Past Members receive 8% OFF! Click Here to Join Class Description 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. A core part of our process will be learning how to translate design elements into enamel design elements. You will be challenged to combine new techniques, design questions, and story ideas as you develop your artistic enamel vision and voice. Students will collect, change, and combine a variety of patterns to be translated using enamel techniques and then begin the process of using their enamel patterns to create personal imagery. Some of the techniques included are... Wire Lines Wire “Closed” & “Open” Shapes Foil Combinations Embossed Foils Foil Sgraffito Enamel Opaque & Transparent Color Patterns Lumps, Threads, and Beads Students should expect to become more comfortable with their cloisonné skills, explore new ways to use their skills to develop and build enamel patterns, and begin to explore the use of pattern in personal enamel imagery. Two weeks before the first day of class, students will be provided access to some basic cloisonné video tutorials as reference and for practice. Prerequisite Some basic cloisonné experience required. Intermediate level students should understand the cloisonné process: wire bending, applying color layers, and firing enamels. Materials, Supplies & Tools supply-list-play-w-cloisonne .pdf Download PDF • 47KB Instructor Bio Class Dates November 17, 2023 November 18, 2023 November 19, 2023

< Back Friday Evening Advanced Studio August 23, 2024 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. 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. Please Note- No Class September 27th and October 18th! 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.

Members receive 8% OFF all classes and workshops! Beginner Metalsmithing and Jewelry (SUNDAYS) Instructor Lisa Winn In-Person Sundays September 17 - November 5, 2023 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm EDT 8 Weekly Classes $319 Past Members receive 8% OFF! Click Here to Join Class Description In this project based course, students will learn solid techniques of metalsmithing and jewelry fabrication. In these 8 weeks of creating, students will be introduced to the acetylene torch for soldering and other fun techniques to create a unique piece of jewelry. Learn safely how to create simple designs that will lead you to make more advanced work later. Come ready to learn as we explore various tools and their many uses, design, sawing, and bezel setting stones. Join us in a relaxed environment and let your creativity soar! This is a perfect class for both true beginners and those with only a few courses under their belt. Lateral learning at its best! Prerequisite None Materials, Supplies & Tools Supplies will be discussed during the first class. MAGG will provide all tools needed for this course. The instructor will assist new students with building their Beginner Tool Supply. Students will need to purchase metal with an estimated cost of $40-$90. Metal will be available for purchase at MAGG. Instructor Bio Class Dates September 17, 2023 September 24, 2023 October 1, 2023 October 8, 2023 October 15, 2023 October 22, 2023 October 29, 2023 November 5, 2023