In this class you will learn how to work with the metal clay paste, syringe, and clay. You will learn the techniques to make several projects. There are $250 worth of supplies that are included in the price of the class that will be used to complete the projects.
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Ring Day
In this one day class I will demonstrate how to make several rings including a rolled band ring and a flat band ring. You will also learn how to adjust the size you make to allow for the shrinkage of the clay, how to work with a ring mandrel, how to ‘set’ stones without a setting prior to firing as well as how to use a snap-set, securing ring joints and adding syringe embellishments. Prerequisite for this class - Learn the Basics Class.
Enameling
Fine Silver is an excellent metal to use in enameling. In this class, students learn two techniques - dry sifting and wet packing.
Metal Clay Veneer Class
In this 6-hour class, students (including beginners) will learn how to mix metal clay with veneer solution, place the mixture on texture sheets and how to apply the sheets once they are dry to several surfaces.
Making and Using Molds for Metal Clay
This is a 6-hour class and students (including beginners) will learn how to make molds using five different methods. In this class students will learn how to use 2-part molding compound, polymer clay, photopolymer plates, rubber sheets with linoleum carving tools, and oyumaru.