september, december, 2015   creative arts group,  sierra madre

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creative arts group is a non-profit art center located in beautiful sierra madre.  if you haven't discovered it yet you will be pleasantly surprised!  creative arts group offers a variety of classes,
a fantastic gallery of varied artists and many festivals throughout the year.
i will be teaching folded decorative bail pendant, sunday, september 27 and twisted wire bracelet, sunday, december 6.  please check out their website and contact them if interested in my or any classes they have on their current calendar.  help support the arts!

goodbye

I'm sure you've heard, but if not, the studio is closing to the public come the end of june.  it has been a really fun and huge learning experience for me and I'm sure for many others.  these past 10 years have flown by and during that time I have had the best adventure I could have asked for - learning how to really make jewelry from the best teachers I've ever known and meeting some wonderful, creative people in the process!  I thank most Margo, who gave me the opportunity to teach which really honed my craft and gave me the confidence to pursue metalsmithing.  she has touched and influenced so many people's lives, I am so grateful.


last classes! 
*if signing up for june etching with paypal, please be sure to use the 'pull down' selection to register for the correct date of the class you are interested in!  thank you!

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etching techniques
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june 11, 2014 
wednesday 
10am - 5:30pm
and/or
june 14, 2014
saturday
10am - 5:30pm
exploring etching techniques - $125 one day, both days $200 ($50 discount)
  • I have been experimenting with different ways to etch metals.  we will be covering photo-etching, ink resists, scratching techniques, layering, roller printing and more!  this class is offered twice, wed., the 11th and sat., the 14th.  one or both classes can be taken.  etching techniques can be explored one day, and the next can be used for assembling , or etching both days!    $5.00 materials fee (metal is not included, but just about everything else is!)
  • all levels  
  • studio lab fee - $10
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here is another etching example for wed. 6/11 and sat. 6/14
  • loads of possibilities and fun!
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may 21, 2014
wednesday
10am - 5:30pm
fused silver and enamel pendant - $125

  • back by popular demand
  • this is a class where you will learn how to create a fused silver piece, attach it to your individually made multi-metal enameled cabochon and set it in a handmade bezel setting.  lots of techniques covered!
  • this is one of my most favorite pieces, I will not part with this one, though I've been asked many times.  there are so many techniques covered that can be used individually or combined as in this piece.  
  • stdio lab fee - $10

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may 31, 2014
saturday
10am - 5:30pm
swinging locket - $125
  • in this class you will learn how to make a fold formed flower (with a template I will supply to you), texture metal and make a simple swing hinge.  although I've added a flower to the top of the locket anything can take its place.  inside the locket can be placed a photo or a hidden object.  it makes a statement.
  • studio lab fee $10
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april 26, 2014
saturday
10am - 5:30pm
hinged double stone pendant - $125   
  • in this class you will learn how to make thick bezels with prongs securing your stone in place.   you will also learn how to make a very simple hinge adding movement to your piece.  many techniques covered here: soldering, roller milling, bezel making, prong setting, hinge making and riveting.
  • all levels
  • studio lab fee - $10
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april 30, 2014
wednesday
10am - 5:30pm
textured seed ring - $125
  • this is a class where you will learn how to make a hollow seed/pod form, textured, embellished then set as a ring.  I will show other really fun surfaces in lieu of a stone setting too!  really fun.
  • studio lab fee - $10  




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march 1, 2014
saturday
10am - 5:30pm
stackable inlay rings - $125
  • this is a class where you will learn how to make stackable rings, make multiple free form bezels (great practice on a small scale), how to inlay different types of materials and explore lots of colors.  this technique can be used in making earrings, pendants and more.
  • back by popular demand
  • studio lab fee - $10 
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march 15, 2014
saturday
10am - 5:30pm
twisted sister ring - $125
  • this is a class where you will learn how to make a really unique ring.  twisting wire, hammering, setting a cab and tube setting a faceted stone.  looks great on and better in person!  lots of techniques.
  • studio lab fee - $10

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'new' february, march classes 2014                             
can't believe another year has gone by.  I want to thank all those who have visited my website and have supported me during this year of  so many transitions, trials and tribulations.  hopefully this will be a great and prosperous year for all.
I am offering time for those who need to finish their pieces during one of my scheduled teaching dates - at a discount.   just email me and we can get you on the books.  hope to see you soon…





 

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february 5, 2014                
wednesday
10:00am - 5:30pm 
black rose pendant - $125  class is filled!
  • this is a class where you will learn how to make your own unique patterned metal and fabricate a very easy rose, really 3 dimensional.   just in time for valentine's day.
  • studio lab fee - $10