Asilomar Art and Soul Workshops

Susan Lenart-Kazmer
9-4:30
Monday

1059 - Objects & Elements--Creating Talisman Jewelry

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Challenge what is commonly held notions of what is considered jewelry. Gain knowledge of my studio style, tools and techniques for altering sheet metal and incorporating personal mementos and found objects to create wearable works of art. Learn metal techniques such as hand hammering, shaping, stamping, finishing and a variety of oxidizing methods. Also learn a variety of appropriate attachments. Individual work and pieces are welcome.

Materials fee of $24 is payable to instructor on the day of class.

Supply List:  tin snips, wire snips, needle nose and chain nose pliers, metal wire (18 to 26 gauge) small hammer, anvil, metal file,

Optional:   flexible shaft drill or hand drill, 1/16 or 1/8 metal files, jewelry saw, bench pin, metal stamps, center punch, beads, tin scraps, found or small precious objects.

Materials fee includes:  sheet metal, brass and copper, jump rings, sterling silver link, silver wire for closure, head pins, eyelets, etc.

CLOSED - CLASS FULL