Jewelry | Fine Art & Jewelry Classes

Winter

INDEPENDENT STUDY: LAPIDARY

Dawn Coeur / Jewelry Studio
Mon 2/24-3/17
10am-12:30pm / 4 weeks
Prerequisite: Introduction to Lapidary Stone Cutting For Cabochons
$195 / Members: $175

Cut natural stones to use in your jewelry and metalwork designs. Students will have access to cutting, grinding, and polishing equipment to continue working on cabochon cutting. The instructor will help with the design, layout, and lapidary questions.

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HOOKED ON CLASPS

Danielle Vincent / Jewelry Studio
Tue 2/11-3/4
1-3:30pm / 4 weeks
$170 / Members: $150

Dive into the foundational techniques of closures in this course, ideal for jewelry makers at the basic to intermediate level who have a good understanding of jewelry construction. Learn how to incorporate functional elements into your designs, enhancing both the aesthetics and usability of your pieces. Each session will guide you through different types of closures, providing the skills necessary to execute simple to moderately complex projects.

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INTRODUCTION TO LAPIDARY STONE CUTTING FOR CABOCHONS

Dawn Coeur / Jewelry Studio
Mon 1/6-2/10
10am-12:30pm / 6 weeks
$245 / Members: $225

Learn how to cut, grind, and polish stone slabs to create calibrated and free-form cabochons for your jewelry and metalwork designs.

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Spring

CREATING A SET WITH THE HYDRAULIC PRESS

Amelia Falk / Jewelry Studio
Thu 4/10-5/22
6-9pm / 7 weeks
$305 / Members: $285

In this live demonstration class, you'll learn the basics of creating a full jewelry set. We will learn how to make multiple links with impression and silhouette dies, then join them to form a necklace or bracelet. This will be accompanied by a ring and earrings to match and include simple stone setting instructions to add to the overall look.

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ADVANCED LAPIDARY ARTS

Dawn Coeur / Jewelry Studio
Mon 4/7-5/12
6:30-9pm / 6 weeks
Prerequisite: Introduction to Lapidary or equivalent
$275 / Members: $255

A class for students who have already started to hone their skills in lapidary work and are ready for the next level. We will cover techniques such as calibrated cabochons, doublets, and intarsia.

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TEXTURAL COPPER EARRINGS

Emily Wohlscheid / Jewelry Studio
Tue 5/13
6-9pm / One Day
$95 / Members: $75

Create earrings from copper sheet metal! Students will be introduced to metalsmithing basics in this beginner-friendly, project-based workshop. Simple copper shapes cut out with a jeweler's saw will act as a base for textural experimentation to complete a unique pair of earrings.

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KILN ENAMEL BASICS

Meg Tang / Jewelry Studio
Sat 5/25
1-4pm / One Day
$85 / Members: $65

Whether you want to try kiln-fired enamels for the first time or just want to brush up on the basics, this one-day workshop is for you! Students will explore kiln-fired powder enamels on copper.

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INTRO TO TORCH FIRED ENAMELING

Deb Flook / Jewelry Studio
Sat 5/24
1-4pm / One Day
Prerequisite: Intermediate Jewelry or equivalent
$85 / Members: $65

Kilns aren’t the only way to enamel! This introductory workshop will begin with how to set up a torch enamel workstation and what tools are required and will quickly move into how to add enamel to your work. How to coat headpins, flat and curved surfaces, beads, and more will be covered. All materials are provided with additional available for purchase.

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KEUM-BOO

Lauren Tripp / Jewelry Studio
Thu 4/10-5/15
10am-1pm / 6 weeks
$320 / Members: $300

Learn the art of adding value to your work with the application of gold. This ancient technique permanently fuses the thin gold sheet to the surface of silver, ending in a luminescent surface that glows. This six-week course will explore these techniques and how to use them within the scope of your own work.

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INTERMEDIATE JEWELRY

Danielle Vincent / Jewelry Studio
Wed 4/9-5/21
1-3:30pm / 7 weeks
Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry
$250 / Members: $230

Continue your jewelry making practice while learning new techniques. Emphasis will be placed on advanced soldering techniques and stone settings. Guidance in layout and design for individual student projects will be provided.

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BEGINNING JEWELRY

(A) Emily Wohlshied / Jewelry Studio
Thu 4/8-5/20
10am-1pm / 7 weeks
$285 / Members: $265

In this live demonstration class, you will learn the basics of handcrafted jewelry making, including layout, piercing, filing, texturing, roller embossing, soldering, basic stone setting, finishing, and polishing. You'll leave the class with completed projects to show off your newfound skills.

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BEGINNING JEWELRY

(B) Danny Giancaspro / Jewelry Studio
Wed 4/9-5/21
6-9pm / 7 weeks
$285 / Members: $265

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CASTING CRAZY!

Amelia Falk / Jewelry Studio
Mon 4/7-5/19
10am-1pm / 7 weeks
Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry or equivalent
$305 / Members: $285

Create jewelry in bronze and silver using lost wax casting. Learn to sculpt, carve, and mold wax in this class. Whether students are new to casting or experienced makers, create multiple pieces using silicone mold-making and carving blanks. Join us for an exciting jewelry-making experience.

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