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Intro to Metalsmithing with Vita Qualles

Tuesdays

10am-2pm

Offered for:

Spring Session (Apr. 14, 21, 28, May. 5, 12, 19)

Price: 

$300 – not yet members

$250 members

*$60 materials fee due at the start of class

Learn the basics of metalsmithing – sawing, texturing, soldering, forming, and stone setting. Students will learn the basic foundational skills of metalsmithing using copper sheet and brass wire. We will explore the techniques through projects including earrings, bracelets, pendants, and rings. Students will also learn how to make jump rings.

Completed pieces include – a sawing/internal sawing project, a hammer texture or forming project, a layered soldered piece, and the final project is a sterling silver ring or pendant with a gemstone. 

Class will be held at The Morean Arts Center – 719 Central Ave. St. PetersburgÂ