< Back Beginning Metalsmithing (WEDNESDAY MORNING) January 10, 2024 Instructor Donna D'Aquino | 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.

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Download Your Supply List Many of our workshops and classes require specific tools or materials. Please download the pdf supply list for your class or workshop. List Title Beginning Metalsmithing Intensive Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Sunday Evening Beginning 2&3 Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Monday Morning Advanced Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Tuesday Morning Advanced Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Tuesday Evening Beginner 1 Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Wednesday Morning Beginner 1 Soldering Intensive Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Wednesday Evening Lost Wax Casting Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Thursday Afternoon Intermediate/Advanced Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Thursday Evening Intermediate Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Friday Morning Intermediate/Advanced Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Friday Afternoon Advanced Studio Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Sunday Morning Beginning Metalsmithing Intensive Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Go With the Flow: Liquid Enamels Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Fusing Fun with Argentium Silver Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Test Event Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Learn How To Make Filigree Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Forging Copper into a Bowl Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Sunday Evening Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Monday Morning Advanced Jewelry and Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Tuesday Morning Advanced Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Tuesday Evening Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Wednesday Morning Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Wednesday Evenings Lost Wax Casting Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Thursday Morning Beginning 1 & 2 Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Thursday Afternoon Intermediate/Advanced Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Thursday Evening Intermediate Jewelry and Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Transform Unworn Jewels into Innovative Adornment Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Friday Afternoon Advanced Studio Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Sunday Morning Intro to Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Sunday Afternoon Intro to Metalsmithing Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Hydraulic Press: Metal Sampler Quilt Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Bezel Fabrication & Construction Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Embracing the Process: Fused and Reticulated Sterling Silver, Pearl and Unusual Stone Setting Strategies Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Sand casting with Jay Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Hidden Gems: Crafting Jewelry from Unlikely Materials Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Painting with Powdered Metals on Steel Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Guerilla Gold Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Wanna Mesh Around? Fusing and Enameling Woven Steel Mesh Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Painting with Powdered Metals on Steel Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text. Guerilla Gold: More Flash Less Cash Describe the item and include any relevant details. Click to edit the text.

< Back Sip 'n Saw with Linda Bernasconi: Fusing Fun with Argentium February 2, 2025 Join us for a preview of Linda Bernasconi's 3-day workshop Fusing Fun with Argentium Silver. 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, February 2nd at 6:00pm, MAGG will host visiting artist, Linda Bernasconi, for a Sip 'n Saw presentation in which she will give us a preview of the exciting things to come in her 3-day workshop Fusing Fun with Argentium Silver . Linda will talk about the magic of Argentium Silver, and pushing the boundaries of fusing, granulation, and texture with Argentium and 22k Gold. 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.

Board Chair, Workshops Chair < Back Susan Wachler Board Chair, Workshops Chair susan@metalartsguildga.org Previous Next

< Back Visiting Artist odd Conover Associate professor of Design, Syracuse University School of design, College of Visual and Performing Arts Member- SNAG, Society of North American Goldsmiths Member- Society of Illustrators Member-American Crafts Council While I don't intentionally create work with preconceived conceptual meanings, my artistic endeavors serve as a channel for expressing memories and experiences. My creative process isn't typically predetermined; however, I constantly carry a sketchbook and camera to observe the macro level, seeking small shapes, patterns, and details that ignite my creative inspiration. Often, these initial sketches and photographs give way to more prevailing concepts that arise during my explorations. This cycle of conceptual birth, development, occasional abandonment, and eventual re-birth fuels my creative energy and keeps the element of surprise alive in my artistic output. My journey into working with metal wasn't initially planned. Metal found me through my fascination with collecting early 20th-century American Arts and Crafts Period metalwork. In an effort to deepen my appreciation as a collector, I delved into understanding the fundamental aspects of design and production behind these century-old pieces. I contextualized these questions within the socio-political and economic environment of the Arts and Crafts Period, which directed the decorative arts of that era. Through hands-on exploration, I discovered that the techniques and processes used to create these objects had remained largely unchanged over centuries, regardless of the time period. My fascination with obscure techniques of hand metalworking led me down a path of obsession, driving me to learn and apply these techniques in my own unique works. As my technical skills and body of work expanded, I realized that incorporating metal into my artistic practice was a natural and significant development. This transition seamlessly integrated with my background in fashion design, as metalwork and fabric construction share similarities in fluidity and construction techniques. The design and crafting process for a piece of jewelry became analogous to that of a dress or jacket. With twenty-five years of experience in fashion design, I found it a logical progression to transition my focus from decorative objects to jewelry making. This pivot allowed me to invest my creative energy, design process, and studio practice into the world of jewelry. My pieces are often characterized by their boldness, drawing inspiration from natural forms to emphasize surface and materials. I incorporate colors through various means, such as using freeform cabochons of gemstones, glass, and rock, as well as employing ancient patina techniques and enameling methods. Additionally, my work embraces material experimentation, where I explore the application of raw and unrefined textures. This approach adds a distinctive quality to my pieces, allowing me to evoke a sense of raw beauty and authenticity. The interplay of unexpected yet interconnected materials and techniques has enabled me to craft jewelry that is not only unique but also embodies my artistic evolution. The amalgamation of metal and fabric techniques in my work captures the essence of natural forms while incorporating a range of materials to bring depth, color, texture, and a sense of unrefined allure to the pieces. https://www.toddconovermetalworks.com https://instagram.com/todd_conover_metal_works Todd Conover The Sun-Smart Collection Todd Conover Button View More

Members receive 8% OFF all classes and workshops! Advanced Studio (FRIDAY AFTERNOON) Instructor Dallas Vinson In-Person Only Fridays January 12 - March 1, 2024 2:00pm - 5:30pm EST 8 Weekly Classes $339 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 January 12, 2024 January 19, 2024 January 26, 2024 February 2, 2024 February 9, 2024 February 16, 2024 February 23, 2024 March 1, 2024

< Back Metal Clay Madness with Kate Larrabee November 14, 2022 Learn to create completely unique, one of a kind jewelry using metal clay. Beginners welcome! 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 Wednesday Afternoon Directed Open Studio Beginners/Intermediate August 21, 2024 Instructor Donna D'Aquino | Did you start a project in a beginning class that you really wanted to finish? Maybe you ran out of time, or have questions about how to proceed? Come join me to complete those projects, build your skills and gain more confidence in your jewelry making journey. 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. Did you start a project in a beginning class that you really wanted to finish? Maybe you ran out of time, or have questions about how to proceed? Need more practice in a properly equipped studio space?Looking for a gentle, (very) experienced hand to help you out? Have you had at least one beginning class (or maybe several) but don’t feel confident enough to move to a more advanced class level? If you answered “YES!” To one or all of these questions, then this class is for you! Come join me to complete those projects, build your skills and gain more confidence in your jewelry making journey.

About The Full Story Metal Arts Guild of Georgia Historical Overview In 1998, a group of likeminded metalsmiths, feeling the need for an organization to mentor, network, and nurture their interests in learning and mastery of metal art techniques, established the Georgia Goldsmith’s Group, now known as The Metal Arts Guild of Georgia. For the first 20 years, the membership ranks grew, as well as the programs and the Guild assets. The Guild brought a steady stream of world-renowned artists to Atlanta to teach a range of workshops for members. In addition, the Guild arranged for member participation in local festivals, organized tool and stone swaps, tours of local galleries, and built an inventory of tools and equipment to support members' increasing needs. All through this period they were a band of ‘roaming artisans’, pitching tents and setting up tables and tool stations wherever they could find workshop space at reasonable cost. Several visionary members saw the value of establishing a physical home. In May 2015, the Guild became a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. A location was leased and the space built out specifically for metalsmithing endeavors. November 2016 marked the Grand Opening and offered even greater value for members. Four “member studios” were created as well as the establishment of the best equipped metalsmithing studio in the region. Class and workshop offerings increased markedly and the First ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE program of its kind in Georgia. Creativity has been fostered via regular Design Challenges, and MAGG hosts its own annual Art Jewelry Show and Sale, where members showcase and sell their creations in the fall of each year. MAGG was able to weather the pandemic by offering both virtual and in-person classes and by supporting a jewelry tool business on site. It's 2023 and our 25th anniversary. The future continues to look bright for MAGG as we continue to grow by offering a robust class and workshop schedule for an ever growing membership with diverse skills and interests. Let’s Work Together Get in touch so we can start working together. First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

< Back Introduction to Liquid Polymer Clay December 2, 2023 Instructor Lynn Yuhr | Explore a wide variety of surface techniques using liquid clay that will enhance your polymer skill set. Previous Add to Cart Next See course details page for detailed information and supply list. SIGN UP by OCTOBER 20th for EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT - $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 Layers and Levels in Polymer Clay. 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.