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Your donation to the Metal Arts Guild of Georgia allows us to continue sharing the art of metalsmithing within our community & across the country. Donate You can help make MAGG Maggnificent ! Our mission at MAGG is to keep the ancient craft of metalsmithing alive for future generations to enjoy by providing exceptional metal arts classes both in-person and virtually around the world. The Metal Arts Guild of Georgia (MAGG) is a magical place where students and professionals come together to create art out of metal. Working with your hands and your brain and getting away from technology for even a short time is good for all of us. "Nothing in life compares to the satisfaction, respect and peace that comes from working with your hands." - Eric Gorges We are fundraising for three reasons: #1 To help us cover the tuition for the classes and workshops we offer. We are receiving a lot of requests for financial assistance and would love to be able to offer scholarships to those students in need. #2 To help us purchase equipment needed to enhance and maintain our studio. We are proud to offer one of the best equipped studios in the Southeast and we need to regularly replace worn out tools and purchase new equipment to further enhance our students' experience. #3 To help us cover our $13K monthly overhead expenses. It costs a lot to keep MAGG running. We have to pay for rent, utilities, insurance, internet, security, building maintenance and more. MAGG is run by an all volunteer board. We are not asking for you to pay our salaries as we are all unpaid volunteers. We are just trying to cover the costs of keeping the doors open. Any donation amount for any reason is greatly appreciated. We love our members and all that you do to make MAGG Maggnificent. Keep it up! OTHER WAYS TO DONATE OUR DONATION PARTNER BENEVITY We're excited to announce that we are now a part of the Benevity network! Many companies use Benevity to match employee donations to their favorite non-profits. If your company uses Benevity, we can now accept any matches your company may make when you donate to MAGG using that system. TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, AND BOOKS In addition to monetary contributions, MAGG enthusiastically accepts donations that help equip our studio and library. Do you have metalsmithing tools you are no longer using? Did you just make some studio upgrades and are now looking to rehome your lovingly used equipment? Do you have books related to the metal arts that could help educate and inspire our students? Perhaps you even have some extra project supplies and materials that could be donated to a student in need. These are all ways to support our mission! Contact us at info@metalartsguildga.org or 404-737-7738 to arrange your donation drop off. All monetary donations and donations of tools, equipment, supplies, and books, are tax deductible. Make a Financial Contribution Donate to Make a Difference for MAGG Leave a one-time donation First Name Last Name Email Honoree name: How did you hear about us? Select an item ($) * Quartz - $25 Aquamarine - $50 Pearl - $100 Opal - $200 Sapphire - $500 Tanzanite - $1000 Tourmaline - $2500 Ruby - $5000 Emerald - $7500 Diamond - $10000 Donate Thank you for supporting MAGG! Error Processing Request

Donate Metal Arts Guild of Georgia (MAGG) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing, enriching, and nurturing the creativity and community of metalsmiths in Georgia in our studio and beyond with virtual learning. We are a diverse organization of professional metalsmiths, jewelry designers, instructors, hobbyists, suppliers, gallery owners, and those who support the fine art of metalsmithing. We encourage metalsmiths of all skill levels and metal mediums to join us ! Metal Arts Guild of Georgia strives to create an environment that inspires our students to learn and grow as metalsmith artists. Our goal is to provide outstanding instruction and an environment where students flourish and friendships thrive. In order to achieve the many goals we have at MAGG, we rely on your donations. Please consider a donation to help sustain our efforts. Thank you! Donate to Make a Difference for MAGG First Name Last Name Email Honoree Name: How did you hear about us? Select an item($) * Quartz - $25 Aquamarine - $50 Pearl - $100 Opal - $200 Sapphire - $500 Tanzanite - $1000 Tourmaline - $2500 Ruby - $5000 Emerald - $7500 Diamond - $10000 Other Other Amount * Donate Donate to Make a Difference for MAGG Leave a one-time donation First Name Last Name Email Honoree name: How did you hear about us? Select an item ($) * Quartz - $25 Aquamarine - $50 Pearl - $100 Opal - $200 Sapphire - $500 Tanzanite - $1000 Tourmaline - $2500 Ruby - $5000 Emerald - $7500 Diamond - $10000 Donate Thank you for supporting MAGG! Error Processing Request

Learn silversmithing, stone setting & wax carving in Tucker, GA 15 minutes from Atlanta. Beginner to Advanced classes. Enroll today. Register Now Register Now Learn to Make Jewelry Take jewelry classes and workshops at our facility in Tucker, Georgia, or online in the comfort of your home studio. Our mission is to share the love and craft of metalsmithing and jewlery making with everyone. Welcome to the Guild. 2026 ONLINE CATALOG What's New? ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. Join the Guild As a Member of Metal Arts Guild of Georiga, you enjoy members-only access to special discounts, events, and other bonus content. Join our creative community and learn the amazing skills and techniques to help you succeed. JOIN NOW Coming Up Next No events at the moment Our Team. Our amazing instructors teach weekly classes on everything from beginner-friendly How to Solder to advanced topics like How to Pave and everything in between. Alex Wilson Helen Blythe-Hart Susan Wachler Rian Archer Regina Imbsweiler Lisa Winn Leah Fedeli Dallas Vinson Weekly Jewelry Classes for every Skill Level TAKE A CLASS Open Studio Open Studio gives MAGG Bronze members affordable access to our professionally equipped studio to work on their own projects and practice what they learned in class. VIEW CALENDAR I want to join the newsletter, Sign me up! First Name Last Name Email Message Submit Thanks for submitting!

Learn the ancient craft of metalsmithing in weekly jewelry making classes and seasonal metal arts workshops. Virtual and In Person. Learn More Our mission is to share the love and craft of Metalsmithing with everyone. Welcome. Did You Know? What is this Metalsmithing thing anyway? Learn More about BNPL Here ! Exciting Upcoming Events! Sold Out Wanna Mesh Around? Fusing and Enameling Woven Steel Mesh Mon, Oct 20 Instructor Bette Barnett at MAGG Studio Instructor Bette Barnett | During this workshop, students will have the opportunity to create various mesh forms, including cylinders, cubes and hemispheres. In addition, students will create at least two mesh pieces using fused metals and/or enamels. Details Sold Out Painting with Powdered Metals on Steel Sat, Oct 18 Instructor Bette Barnett at MAGG Studio Instructor Bette Barnett | In this workshop students will learn an innovative new metal fusing technique that was developed by the instructor—Painting with Powdered Metals on Steel. Learn how to use powdered metals as paint to create a spectrum of color on steel surfaces. Details Sold Out Hidden Gems: Crafting Jewelry from Unlikely Materials Fri, Sep 12 Instructor Anna Johnson at MAGG Studio Instructor Anna Johnson | Unleash your creativity in this workshop that examines jewelry-making through a “trash to treasure” lens. Designed for those eager to explore unconventional materials, this course encourages students to playfully and curiously experiment with found objects. Details Sold Out Embracing the Process: Fused and Reticulated Sterling Silver, Pearl and Unusual Stone Setting Strategies Fri, Jun 13 Instructor Todd Conover at MAGG Studio Instructor Todd Conover | Join us for a three-day jewelry and silversmithing class focused on working with fused and reticulated sterling silver, setting strategies for unconventional stones, pearls, and crafting custom pin back mechanisms. Details Sold Out Bezel Fabrication & Construction Fri, May 16 Instructor Sam Woehrmann at MAGG Studio Instructor Sam Woehrmann | 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. Details Sold Out Transform Unworn Jewels into Innovative Adornment Fri, Mar 21 Jill Herlands: Virtually & In Studio Instructor Jill Herlands | We all have jewels that are outdated and unworn. Instead of leaving them in a drawer, let's use the components to create new fabulous adornments! We'll take apart the unused jewels and redefine what components can be! Details Sold Out Working with Mitsuro Hikime Fri, Jan 24 Instructor Jennifer Stenhouse 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. Details Sip 'n Saw with Jennifer Stenhouse: Mitsuro Hikime Wed, Dec 11 Virtual Join us for a preview of Jennifer Stenhouse's 3-day workshop Working with Mitsuro Hikime. An open Q&A will follow the presentation. Sip 'n Saw is free to attend. RSVP to receive the Zoom link. Details Sold Out Hydraulic Press: Metal Sampler Quilt Fri, Apr 04 Sarah Chapman: Virtually & In Studio Instructor Sarah Chapman | Through a combination of demonstration and practice, this fast-paced workshop will introduce participants to creating form and texture in metal with the hydraulic press to create a "sampler quilt". Details Sold Out Fusing Fun with Argentium Silver Fri, Feb 21 Instructor Linda Bernasconi -MAGG Studio Instructor Linda Bernasconi | Explore the magic of Argentium Silver opening up design vistas not possible with traditional Sterling. Fuse, granulate, and texture with Argentium and 22k Gold- the possibilities are endless! Details Metal Arts Guild of Georgia (MAGG) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our mission is to keep the ancient craft of metalsmithing alive for future generations by providing exceptional metal arts classes both in-person and virtually around the world. We also focus on the dynamic engagement of our metalsmithing community and provide community outreach. We want everyone to be able to learn, participate, and prosper as they enjoy working with metals. We encourage metalsmiths of all skill levels and metal mediums to join us ! In order to achieve the goals we have at MAGG, we need donations to survive. Please consider a donation to help sustain our efforts. Thank you! Donate Popup1 We appreciate your feedback! Review us on G o o g l e Leave a Review Subscribe to get our latest updates Email First Name Join Our Mailing List Last name I want to subscribe to the newsletter. Thanks for submitting! VISIT OUR STUDIO

 If you've always wanted to learn how to make jewelry, start with one of our weekly classes! No matter if you're brand new to the studio, or have been creating for years, our weekly in-studio classes are exactly what you need. Jewelry and Metalsmithing Classes If you've always wanted to learn how to make jewelry, start with one of our weekly classes! No matter if you're brand new to the studio, or have been creating for years, our weekly in-studio classes are exactly what you need. Sunday Afternoon Intro to Metalsmithing Sun, Mar 30 MAGG Studio Taught by MAGG STAFF |Join us for this 5 week intensive beginner metalsmithing class. Students will become acquainted with the MAGG studio, tools and safety practices, while learning the basics to get started on a silversmithing journey. Details Sunday Morning Intro to Metalsmithing Sun, Mar 30 Metal Arts Guild of Georgia Taught by MAGG STAFF | Join us for this 5 week intensive beginner metalsmithing class. Students will become acquainted with the MAGG studio, tools, and safety practices, while learning the basics to get started on a silversmithing journey. Details Friday Afternoon Advanced Studio Fri, Mar 28 Instructor Dallas Vinson at MAGG Studio 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. Details Thursday Evening Intermediate Jewelry and Metalsmithing Thu, Mar 20 Instructor Lisa Winn at MAGG Studio Instructor Lisa Winn | Take it to the next level. Expand your knowledge of torches and soldering. Projects include a basket setting, split ring bands and pin backs. We will explore techniques like keum boo and cuttlefish bone casting. Details Thursday Afternoon Intermediate/Advanced Metalsmithing Thu, Mar 20 Instructor Susan Wachler at MAGG Studio 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. Details Thursday Morning Beginning 1 & 2 Metalsmithing Thu, Mar 20 Instructor Lisa Winn at MAGG Studio Instructor Lisa Winn | Start from the beginning and learn to saw, solder and form jewelry. I’ll cover correct sawing techniques, how to safely use an acetylene and air torch, and use the rolling mill to create texture. Projects will lead up to a cabochon stone set on a sterling ring band. Details Wednesday Evenings Lost Wax Casting Wed, Mar 19 Instructor Dallas Vinson at MAGG Studio 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. Details Wednesday Morning Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing Wed, Mar 19 Instructor Donna D'Aquino at MAGG Studio Instructor Donna D'Aquino | Building upon the skills that students have learned in the first beginning class, this class will focus on further developing and improving those skills. Details Tuesday Evening Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing Tue, Mar 18 Instructor Donna D'Aquino at MAGG Studio Instructor Donna D'Aquino | Building upon the skills that students have learned in the first beginning class, this class will focus on further developing and improving those skills Details Tuesday Morning Advanced Metalsmithing Tue, Mar 18 Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart MAGG Studio Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart | Refine your craft and elevate your jewelry-making skills in our Advanced Jewelry Metalsmithing class. Designed for experienced students seeking to excel independently, this course offers personalized guidance from master stone setter and expert Metalsmith and Jeweler Details Monday Morning Advanced Jewelry and Metalsmithing Mon, Mar 17 Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart at MAGG Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart | Refine your craft and elevate your jewelry-making skills in our Advanced Jewelry Metalsmithing class. Designed for experienced students seeking to excel independently, this course offers personalized guidance from master stone setter and expert Metalsmith and Jeweler Details Sunday Evening Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing Sun, Mar 16 Instructor Donna D'Aquino at MAGG Studio Instructor Donna D'Aquino | Building upon the skills that students have learned in the first beginning class, this class will focus on further developing and improving those skills. Details

 If you've always wanted to learn how to fuse precious metals, or how to create faceted gemstone settings, we have the workshop you need. Workshops are available in-person at our Atlanta studio and are also offered virtually. Jewelry & Metalsmithing Workshops If you've always wanted to learn how to fabricate jewelry with precious metals, create faceted gemstone settings, an explore new techniques with experienced instructors, we have the workshops and weekly classes you need. at the Metal Arts Guild of Georgia Quick View Workshop Etching Copper & Brass Price $180.00 Quick View Workshop Sculpting the Raven's Skull Price $720.00 In Person Virtual Quick View Workshop The Heat Zone Price $360.00 Quick View Workshop Wax Carving: Textured Rings Price $160.00 Quick View Workshop Introduction to Electroforming Price $195.00 Quick View Workshop Flush Setting 101 Price $180.00 Quick View Workshop Soldering Demystified Price $225.00 In Person Virtual Quick View Workshop Hollow Forms: Rings Price $360.00 Quick View Workshop Chasing and Repousse: No Pitch Required Price $225.00 In Person Virtual Quick View Workshop 24k Gold Powder on Silver Price $225.00 In Person Virtual Quick View Workshop Wearable Hollow Forms & Capsules Price $900.00 In Person Virtual

< Back Visiting Artist Anna Johnson is a studio artist and educator living in Asheville, NC. She received her BFA in metalsmithing and jewelry design from Appalachian State University. Her work is exhibited internationally, has appeared in numerous publications including American Craft Magazine, Metalsmith Magazine, and CAST: Art and Objects, and is in the permanent collection of the Museum of Arts and Design in NY, NY. Johnson has taught at Penland School of Craft, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, and Haywood Community College. Her work is represented by Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg, TN, Mora Jewelry in Asheville NC, Hecho a Mano in Santa Fe NM, Woodlands Gallery in Hendersonville NC, Metal Museum in Memphis TN, and Galeria Alice Floriano in Brazil. https://www.annajohnsonjewelry.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annajohnsonjewelry Anna Johnson The Sun-Smart Collection Anna Johnson Button View More

< Back Visiting Artist Participation in the arts was always important to me growing up. A strong arts program in high school influenced my decision to pursue a degree in the arts. I chose the arts program at Bowling Green State University in northwest Ohio where I discovered and fell in love with metals. I was introduced to many artists, including Michael Boyd, who became an inspiration for me. Upon graduation I apprenticed for Michael Boyd at his studio in Colorado. That experience turned into an eight year adventure that continues today. It was with Michael that I learned to work with and manipulate stone, adding a new element to my love of jewelry design. Since being in Colorado I have started my own business, Ryan Gardner Designs. I now showcase my work in galleries across the country. I love working with combining stone and metal in new ways creating works of art for people to enjoy in their daily lives. http://ryangardnerjewelry.com http://instagram.com/ryangardnerdesigns http://facebook.com/ryangardnerdesigns Ryan Gardner The Sun-Smart Collection Ryan Gardner Button View More

< Back Visiting Artist Ace, of Studio Luna Verde, wandered (and settled) into the shadows of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, after many years exploring and hiking and driving all over the western U.S. Experiences have included driving 1950s era tour buses for Green Tortoise Adventure Travel throughout the U.S., Mexico, and Central America / performing for a year with a three ring circus / hiking into (and out of) the Grand Canyon so many times she’s lost count / living out of a '72 Toyota Landcruiser for three (and a half) years while exploring the U.S. / and failing miserably at surfing on the Sea of Cortez in Baja California. She loves spicy chocolate and lightening storms. Her largest creation thus far is having built her own studio, where she currently makes her eclectic jewelry and unabashedly embraces the art of imperfection. https://www.studiolunaverde.com/ https://www.instagram.com/studiolunaverde/ Ace McCasland

< Back Jay Reddish is a metalsmith and educator specializing in sand casting with recycled materials. With over a decade of teaching experience, they create functional sculpture and jewelry inspired by history, fantasy, and the natural world. Through their workshops, Jay empowers students to explore sustainable practices and explore the creative potential of upcycled metals. https://instagram.com/foresttrollart Jay Reddish

< Back Visiting Artist Taylor is a full-time metalsmith in St. Louis, Missouri. She began creating jewelry in 2003 as "The Rare Bird", transitioning from beadwork to wire work. Entirely self-taught, she now builds her jewelry by hand from precious metals, preserving organic flora in sterling silver using lost wax casting techniques and setting gemstones. She has been featured in Step by Step Wire Jewelry Magazine, Easy Wire Magazine, and ArtJewlery Magazine and frequently teaches virtual jewelry-making workshops. As a woman of mixed ancestry (54% European and 48% African), Taylor often struggles to articulate where she fits in society. Working through silver, stone, and beads, she is discovering who she is in a tangible way. Whether casting organic botanicals to reflect Victorian floriography or weaving and stringing African trade beads, her pieces bridge the divide across her cultural identity. She believes metalsmithing is a type of modern folklore whereby she can refine her voice and narrative through the stories conveyed in each piece of jewelry. http://www.taylorsaleem.com Taylor Saleem

< Back Georgia Talent Helen Blythe-Hart has been an internationally collected Metalsmithing artist and educator for over 46 years. She creates strikingly original jewels opulently encrusted with colorful gemstones. Her work is inspired by the fantastical forms of orchids and ethnic adornments which have the magical power to transform and elevate the wearer. https://www.helenblythehart.com/ Helen Blythe-Hart The Sun-Smart Collection Helen Blythe-Hart Button View More The Sun-Smart Collection Helen Blythe-Hart Button View More