5 & 6 WEEKLY SESSIONS
Nov/Dec 2025
** Register 1 week in advance to avoid cancellation due to lack of enrollment**
6 Tuesdays
Nov 11 - Dec 16
Basic 3 - “Pump Up the Volume” / Forging & Forming
6:00 - 9:00
Shift your focus to a more sculptural approach and discover more in depth knowledge of how to move metal. Sheet and wire can be manipulated in amazing ways! Bend, stretch, form, construct, fabricate, score, deck and forge pieces of jewelry and functional objects. Learn the basics of forging by hammering heavy wire to stretch it, learn to form and dap sheet to create bracelet and bowl shapes and to score and bend sharp corners to produce box forms. Students are encouraged to sample a variety of techniques and combine them into more significant pieces of their creation.
Projects ideas may include (but are not limited to): A constructed cylinder box, hollow ring, forged bracelet or small scale sculptures.
This class can be repeated over & over. More advanced projects may include candlesticks, boxes, business card holder, vase, incense burner. Here's the opportunity to expand on your skills and create pieces of volume beyond jewelry.
Skill Level: Basic 2
Tuition: 375.
Lab Fee: 15.
Materials: 20. for non-precious metals. (Students bring their own silver or gold)
5 Wednesdays
Nov 12 - Dec 17
Wax Working for Casting
2:00 - 5:00
(William Greenwood
The casting process is primarily used for two reasons: Wax is the best means for producing the design and/or production of multiple pieces that are identical and can be cast in brass, bronze, silver, gold of any karat and color or platinum. It’s economical because it yields minimal scrap and is the preferred method of creating wedding bands because it signifies a seamless never-ending circle. Understand the casting process from soup to nuts! Students will learn how to carve wax models for casting in the metal of their choice (the actual casting will be done by William).
Skill Level: No experience necessary (but it’s helpful)
Tuition: 315.
Lab Fee: 15.
Materials: 30. (additional fee for casting)
Memory Boxes
6:00 - 9:00
(Raychel Wengenroth)
Sentimentality is a way of life for many. Exploring just how deep these waters run is a creative journey like no other. To give reverence to those who came before, to honor their gifts, to remember them with your own personal vision is a special gift. This isn't to imply you'll create a masterpiece, but you'll be learning new techniques with inspiration to further your educational journey. Think about what the contents will be. A piece of hair, a tooth, fingernail, dried flower, picture, perfume, poem, even a small amount of cremains.................
The lid of the box offers a wonderful canvas for incorporating birth stones, photos, etc. It's time to literally think outside the box on Memory Lane with hands on creativity as your guide.
kill Level: Basic 101 and 2
Tuition: 315.
Lab Fee: 15.
Materials: 20.
5 Thursdays
Nov 13 - Dec 18
Independent Study
12:00 - 3:00
(Raychel Wengenroth)
For students with a broad range of technical skills needing individual attention with more advanced projects, from planning and materials needed to step by step process planning and hand holding. This class is a flexible continuation of your skills enabling you to have one on one consultation with the instructor. New techniques will be explored as individual needs are addressed. Classmates can observe demonstrations as they see fit.
Skill Level: Basic 101, 2 and 3 (or the equivalent)
Tuition: 315.
Lab Fee: 15.
Materials: Students bring their own
