Metalwerx: Mr. Michael Banner [90]

Mr. Michael Banner

Michael Banner, a professional studio silversmith since 1967, has work in museum permanent collections, received his B.S. from Western Michigan University, and studied at the Cleveland Institute of Art. He has won the Massachusetts Cultural Council Artist Fellowship and Society of Arts and Crafts Artists Award.

Publications include The Artful Teapot, Objects for Use, Mary Englebreit, Metalsmith Magazine, and television's HGTV Modern Masters. Michael collaborates with his wife Maureen in their Berkshire hills studio in western Massachusetts.

Michael and Maureen have a website.

	May 09, 2008
	PMC Certification
	PMC Certification is the work of serious, dedicated, and well-trained enthusiasts. Certification ensures a standardized level of excellence and is earned upon successfully completing a Rio Grande-sponsored workshop.
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	May 17, 2008
	Investigating Patinas and Cold Connections
	Learn how to create an interesting colorful effects on metals such as brass, copper, and silver.
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	May 31, 2008
	Mechanisms and Movement
	This workshop will teach you how to tackle aspects of functionality and movement in your jewelry. Learn simple mechanics to make your work swing back and forth and spin from front to back.
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	New Book! - Making the Most of Your Flex-shaft
	By Karen Christians
	Making the Most of Your Flex-shaft is the one resource you'll need to ensure you gain maximum advantage from your flex-shaft system. Learn how to select the right system, how to choose and use the latest accessories and attachments, and how to properly maintain your system for extended life. See why so many jewelers are reading this book and discovering what they didn't know about their flex-shaft systems! Prime Sponsor: Rio Grande Patrons: Foredom and 3M Inc Price: $34.95 Shipping: $5 USA, $9 International
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