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Studio Classes
Classes resume
January 27, 2025
Studio Jewelry Classes
Please join me in the studio for the winter series of technique and design instruction.
The next two classes relate to the creative aspects of lost wax casting. The first session focuses on the two different categories of wax used to make the models that are “lost” in the casting process.
The second session can continue wax model making or offer guidance on finishing the silver castings that result from your models.
You are welcome to work in metal in either class. You might choose to do this if you aren’t interested in wax model making or if you want to work on both wax and metal projects.
Please contact me with any questions.
Winter dates
Mondays / Your choice of day or night class
Day class 10:30-1:30
Night class 5:30- 8:30
Session 1
Jan 27, Feb 3, 10, 17
Session 2
Feb 24, Mar 3, 10, 17
Session One
$260 / 4 classes
Please add an additional $5 for wax,
or bring your own.
Wax Fundamentals
Learn the basics for producing wax models for lost wax casting
Experience using hard carving waxes and soft modeling waxes.
Create models from each to see which material best suits your design style.
I share how to have your waxes cast using professionals.
Access to wax working tools is included in the class.
Wax can be purchased on your own or through the studio for $5 per session.
You are welcome to work in metal techniques in either session.
Session Two
$260 / 4 classes
Please add an additional $5 for wax,
or bring your own.
Continue with Wax
and/or
Metal Fundamentals
Create more complex wax forms using your preferred wax
Discuss which methods and materials are best for your design style.
Learn ways to incorporate gemstones and build settings in wax
Refine and finish silver castings from an earlier class.
Access to wax working tools is included in the class.
Wax can be purchased on your own or through the studio for $5 per session.
You are welcome to work in metal techniques in either session.
Details
The small class size offers exceptional one-to-one instruction on exactly what you want to learn.
Students are encouraged to listen in, ask questions, and offer feedback on all instructions.
We share all knowledge exchanged within the group.
With four students working on individual projects and sharing information, it’s like having four workshops in one.
Space permitting, you are welcome to join at the drop-in rate of $70 per class.
Please Note: Make ups for missed classes is not guaranteed, though any open spots are available for those who need them.
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