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SUMMARY:Sterling Silver Mixed Metals Bangles - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT.\nSaturday\, March 1st from 1:30PM-7:30PM\nLearn the art of bangle making! Join our one day bangle making workshop where you will leave with 3 sterling silver bangles at the end of the day. Brass will also be available to add on accents to the bangles. \nPLEASE BRING A SKETCHBOOK AND PENCIL. \n$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $45 materials kit can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop via Venmo\, CASH\, or credit card. \n(For safety\, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.) \nWe will have a 20-minute break\, so feel free to bring a snack. \nOpen to adults only. \n \n  \n  \n\nAbout the instructor: Olivia Boi creates jewelry at her home and metals studio in Maine. Sterling silver\, brass\, and beautifully cut stones are the bread and butter to her practice. She started Strong Moon Metals December 2017 and hasn’t looked back ever since. You can find more of her work on her website\, or in person at local shows around the Portland area. \nClick here to view our cancellation policy.
URL:https://artascope.org/event/sterling-silver-mixed-metals-bangles-saturday-metalsmithing-workshop-030125/
LOCATION:Artascope Studios\, 138 Bayview Street\, Yarmouth\, ME\, 04096\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginning Metalsmithing,Class,Metalsmithing,One-Day Workshop
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SUMMARY:Signet Ring Wax Carving Two-Day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn the ancient technique of wax carving in this two-day workshop. \nIn the first class on Sunday\, March 9th from 9AM-4PM\, you will design\, lay out\, and carve a signet ring out of wax in your choice of several shapes. We will meet three weeks later on Sunday\, March 30th from 9AM-NOON for you to clean up and finish your ring after it is cast in either silver or brass. Basic wax carving\, tool use\, and finishing techniques will be covered. The casting process will occur off-site during the three weeks between classes. No prior metalsmithing experience necessary. \n$149 workshop fee does not include materials. Supply kit available from instructor for $40 on first workshop day. (For safety\, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.) \nWe will have an hour break for lunch between Noon-1pm on the first workshop day. The studio will be closed during this break\, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own\, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area. \nOpen to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens. \n \n  \n  \n\nAbout the instructor: Carly has been working in the professional jewelry business for 13 years\, and started her company\, Flux Jewelry Studio in 2018. After learning the basics of fabrication and repair as a bench jeweler\, she spent an inspiring year in Florence\, Italy\, taking classes in gemology\, wax carving\, rendering\, and stone setting. Many of the unique engraved finishes and detail techniques Carly uses in her designs were passed down from the expert hands of jewelers working in the traditional Italian metalsmithing style. In her sunny Westbrook\, Maine studio\, Carly spends hours twisting fine wires\, forming small beads of metal\, and engraving each piece. Old world techniques\, antique design inspiration\, and a fresh take on classic concepts are Flux specialties. \n  \nClick here to view our cancellation policy.
URL:https://artascope.org/event/signet-ring-wax-carving-two-day-workshop-030925-and-033025/
LOCATION:Artascope Studios\, 138 Bayview Street\, Yarmouth\, ME\, 04096\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginning Metalsmithing,Class,Metalsmithing
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SUMMARY:Beginner Silver Ring Bands One-Day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT. \nSunday\, March 16th from 9:30AM-4:30PM \nIn this workshop students will make their own silver rings from start to finish. This class will cover basic metalsmithing skills\, such as cutting\, shaping\, and joining metal. You will customize your ring bands with surface design techniques such as filing\, stamping\, and hammering. \n$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $25 materials kit can be purchased at the beginning of the workshop. (For safety\, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.) \nWe will have an hour break for lunch midday. The studio will be closed during this break\, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own\, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area. \nOpen to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens. \n \n  \n  \n\nAbout the instructor: Kim Round got her degree in art at Florida State University and taught jewelry workshops in Tallahassee\, FL before making the move back home to Maine. She has been teaching Beginning Metalsmithing and other workshops at Artascope since 2016 and is thrilled to be part of a friendly & creative community. She is a member of the Maine Crafts Association and her work can be found at the Center for Maine Craft and Archipelago/The Island Institute store. \nClick here to view our cancellation policy.
URL:https://artascope.org/event/beginner-silver-ring-bands-one-day-workshop-031625/
LOCATION:Artascope Studios\, 138 Bayview Street\, Yarmouth\, ME\, 04096\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginning Metalsmithing,Class,Metalsmithing,One-Day Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T180000
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Metalsmithing - Monday 6-week Artist Series
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT. \nStarts March 17th (Mondays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks.) \nExpand your knowledge in this experimental intermediate series. Use your skills and knowledge from Beginner Metalsmithing and explore your ideas further in the direction of more advanced jewelry making. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN SKETCHBOOK AND PENCIL. \nStudents will make: \n\n1 pair of earrings\n1 ring with bezel set stone\n1 pendant with bezel set stone\n2 independent study projects (project of your choice with what you have learned)\n\nWe will be working with copper\, brass\, and sterling silver. \nPlease note: It is important that students have basic metalsmithing knowledge\, either through the beginner 6-week metalsmithing course at Artascope or a comparable class. \nMETALS USED: Copper\, Brass & Sterling Silver Mixed Metals \nFee does not include materials. The required $65 materials kit fee can be paid directly to the instructor at the first class via Venmo\, CASH\, or credit card. Additional supplies can be purchased separately as needed for class projects. \nNon-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200. \nOpen to adults only. \n \n  \n  \n\nAbout the instructor: Olivia Boi creates jewelry at her home and metals studio in Maine. Sterling silver\, brass\, and beautifully cut stones are the bread and butter to her practice. She started Strong Moon Metals December 2017 and hasn’t looked back ever since. You can find more of her work on her website\, or in person at local shows around the Portland area. \nClick here to view our cancellation policy.
URL:https://artascope.org/event/intermediate-metalsmithing-monday-6-week-artist-series-032025/
LOCATION:Artascope Studios\, 138 Bayview Street\, Yarmouth\, ME\, 04096\, United States
CATEGORIES:6-week Artist Series,Class,Intermediate Metalsmithing,Metalsmithing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T180000
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SUMMARY:Metalsmithing for Beginners Tuesday 6-week Artist Series
DESCRIPTION:Starts March 18th (Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks.) \nLearn the basics of jewelry metalsmithing in a fun\, relaxed atmosphere–no prior experience required. Each class will introduce tools and techniques to include hammering\, soldering\, and riveting\, as well as ways to shape and texture metal. Class projects include a hammered cuff\, fold-formed leaves and simple soldered rings as well as samples to inspire individual creativity and ways to customize projects. This series will also include important information on tool & equipment safety. A class overview can be emailed upon request. \nFee does not include materials. The required $25 materials supply kit can be purchased directly from the instructor. The kit includes brass and copper in various sizes of wire and sheet\, one piece of sterling silver for a ring and some other materials to experiment with. \nOptional: A selection of sterling silver wire and ready-made bezels and stones is available for additional purchase from the instructor (not required for class projects). \nNon-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200. \nOpen to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens. \n \n  \n  \n\nAbout the instructor: Kim Round got her degree in art at Florida State University and taught jewelry workshops in Tallahassee\, FL before making the move back home to Maine. She has been teaching Beginning Metalsmithing and other workshops at Artascope since 2016 and is thrilled to be part of a friendly & creative community. She is a member of the Maine Crafts Association and her work can be found at the Center for Maine Craft and Archipelago/The Island Institute store. \nClick here to view our cancellation policy.
URL:https://artascope.org/event/metalsmithing-for-beginners-tuesday-6-week-artist-series-032025/
LOCATION:Artascope Studios\, 138 Bayview Street\, Yarmouth\, ME\, 04096\, United States
CATEGORIES:6-week Artist Series,Beginning Metalsmithing,Class,Metalsmithing
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SUMMARY:Beginner Bezel Setting Wednesday 6-week Artist Series
DESCRIPTION:Starts Wednesday\, March 19th (Wednesday mornings from 10:00AM-1:00PM for six weeks.) \nNOTE: Class dates are 3/19; 3/26; 4/2; 4/9; 4/16; and 4/30. There is no class on 4/23. In the event of a weather cancellation\, a make-up date would be held on 5/7. \nThis course is a full overview of bezel settings\, starting with simple bezels and progressing up to custom setting unusual shapes. The first half of the series is project based. We will be making a pair of earrings\, a ring\, and a pendant. The second half of the series will be a self-designed project with instructor support. For the final project\, a selection of stones will be available but students are also welcome to bring in small stones or objects from home. This is a beginner class\, no prior metalsmithing experience is needed! \nFee does not include materials. A basic materials kit is $50 and includes everything needed to complete the course\, including your choice of stones. The materials kit can be purchased directly from the instructor with Venmo or cash at the first class. \nNon-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200. \n \n  \n  \n\nAbout the instructor: Racheal Cooley has a degree in art and biology. She was first introduced to metalsmith jewelry making in high school and has had a passion for it ever since. She enjoys helping people discover this medium and has been teaching classes since 2023. \nClick here to view our cancellation policy.
URL:https://artascope.org/event/beginner-bezel-setting-wednesday-6-week-artist-series-032025/
LOCATION:Artascope Studios\, 138 Bayview Street\, Yarmouth\, ME\, 04096\, United States
CATEGORIES:6-week Artist Series,Beginning Metalsmithing,Class,Metalsmithing
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Metalsmithing Guided Studio 6-week Artist Series
DESCRIPTION:Starts March 26th (Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks). \nThis class is an opportunity to bring your specific interests to the bench and receive help in creating the jewelry that YOU want to make. Students should feel comfortable working mostly independently with occasional guidance. Instructor will provide demos of techniques related to your projects as needed. She will not provide instruction for a specific project\, so be prepared to come to class with your own ideas. \nMetal and components will be available and charged for as needed\, but feel free to bring your own materials to start\, especially for the first class so you can hit the ground running. Take the skills you already have to a new level by designing and creating your own pieces\, with support in bringing them to life! \nPlease note: It is important that students have basic metalsmithing knowledge\, either through the beginner 6-week metalsmithing course at Artascope or a comparable class. \nNon-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200. \nFee does not include materials. $10 materials fee covers communal tools\, additional materials can be purchased as needed. \nOpen to adults only. \n \n  \n  \n\nAbout the instructor: Carly Cooke has been a full-time bench jeweler since 2012\, and started her business\, Flux Jewelry Studio in 2018. Carly pieced together her jewelry education through workshops at Haystack\, Metalwerks\, SMCC\, and an inspiring year in Florence\, Italy learning traditional metalsmithing techniques. Carly specializes in custom wedding and engagement jewelry\, filigree\, and unique engraved finishing details. \nClick here to view our cancellation policy.
URL:https://artascope.org/event/intermediate-metalsmithing-guided-studio-6-week-artist-series-032025/
LOCATION:Artascope Studios\, 138 Bayview Street\, Yarmouth\, ME\, 04096\, United States
CATEGORIES:6-week Artist Series,Class,Intermediate Metalsmithing,Metalsmithing
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