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Textured Earrings and Brooch by Joy Raskin
Hammering Techniques
Instructor: Ms. Joy Raskin

Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Requirements: Jewelry I or Equivalent
Program: Summer
Status: Closed
Length: 4 Sessions
Tuition: $ 190
Materials: $ 30
Date: June 28, 2010 - July 19, 2010
Time: Every Monday at 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Metalwerx

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This jewelry II course will focus on a variety hammering techniques and surface embellishments as well as increasing confidence at the torch and successful planning and completion of projects.

Students will learn to forge both wire and thick sheet metal which allows for the creation of 3 dimensional forms that are not possible through fabrication alone. Other hammering skills introduced include fold forming and texturing. Joy will also demonstrate surface embellishment possibilities achievable through the rolling mill.

Following demonstrations, there will be several assigned technique-based projects which continue to develop and expand student's skill set. However, if students prefer, they will have the opportunity to work on specific projects of their own design.

This class is 4 sessions long. Each session is 3 hours.

You can see more of Joy's work on her website www.joyraskin.com or her webstore http://store.metalornaments.com/

Materials & Tools

The $30 materials fee, payable when signing up, includes metal and supplies to complete projects.

Students should bring:

  • A sketchbook for taking notes
  • Personal hand tools, such as files or pliers.

 

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