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Open Studio
Utilize this time
to finish projects or start new ones! Take advantage of the
tools and machines in the studio that you may not have at
home. Buffers, hammers, torches, and a great selection of
smaller hand tools make Art Worx a
great place to get to worx! Come and work with your
fellow artists in a great atmosphere. Open studio sessions
will be supervised and students will work
independently.
Studio
time is sold in blocks of 3 hours at $15 per 3 hour block.
Blocks are sold in a minimum of 10, which gives each card a
total of 30 hours of open studio time. Multiple cards may be
purchased with a discount - please inquire. Lost cards will not be replaced
under any circumstance.
Walk-ins $20 per Open
Studio session.
**Open
studio schedule is subject to change. Please check monthly
calendar or call the studio to make sure space is
available.
Private Lessons
Private lessons are a great way to
accomodate various learning styles and schedules. Sessions are
$40/hr and can be structured and mapped to your individual
goals. As a guide most sessions are structured in 3 hour
blocks, but can be edited to fit your specific
requirements.
To pay with shopping cart please figure
the number of hours in your session and enter in total number
of hours in the quantity field. Total should equal hourly rate
'x' hours.
Upcoming Workshops - SUMMER
2010
Stay tuned for these great workshops:
Found Object Talisman Workshop
Polymer Clay for Metalsmiths
Metal Crochet
3D Found Object Personal Sculpture Class
Introduction to
Metalsmithing Workshop Join us for this one-day
workshop and be exposed to some of the most basic
foundation skills in metalsmithing/jewelry
fabrication.
Students will learn to forge a bangle bracelet trio or duo,
depending on how you utlilize your materials.
Students will be exposed to soldering, hammers, mallets, texturing, joins,
decorative embellishment options, and more basic metalsmithing
skills. Try it out and see if fabrication
is for you!
**Lab fees included in
tuition.
COURSE CODE - INTROMETALS
August 14 Saturday 12-6pm Instructor: Dana
Ruth Tuition: $145 includes materials
REGISTER (fax or
mail)
Spin Ring
Workshop This fun one-day
workshop will teach students how to make a basic spin ring. This
project is fun and challenging with a killer ring as
your finished product! You will LOVE this workshop!
Students
must have basic metalsmithing skills including soldering,
filing, finishing, and polishing! **Lab fees included in tuition.
COURSE CODE - SPINRING
Aug
7 Saturday 12-6pm Instructor: Dana Ruth Tuition: $145 includes materials
REGISTER (fax or
mail)
Etching Workshop - Saltwater &
Acid Etching!! Interested in creating patterns that are
uniquely yours? Ever wanted to
learn how to make your own brass plates? In this one day
workshop students will learn about resist techniques, etching
solution, metal preparation, and metal etching. We will touch
on resist techniques safe studio practices, and safe disposal
methods.
This workshop will also
cover Saltwater Etching where students will learn to
electrically charge saltwater for a safe, fun way to etch
copper, brass, & bronze!
Student
Supplies: (1) 'D' battery, 'D' battery holder, 1 Liter glass
container with lid for mixing, & glass or plastic etching
bath chamber. Battery holder available at Radio Shack or other
electronics supplier.
**Lab fees
included in tuition.
COURSE CODE - ETCHING
Aug 21 Saturday
12-6pm Instructor: Dana Ruth Tuition: $195 includes
materials
REGISTER (fax or
mail)
Precious
Metal Clay Students will be introduced to this
amazing material that works like clay, but fires up to a 99.9%
fine silver piece. This medium allows any age and skill level
to produce artful metal clay jewelry. Great for kids and
adults! No prior experience needed!!
This workshop will
cover the basics and students will learn about basic clay
care, stone setting, texture, joins, and more! Students will
leave with 2-3 finished creations! Dana Ruth is a Level 1
and Level 2 Certified PMC Artist.
Workshop tuition includes Beginners PMC
Tool Kit.
Student supplies: PMC Plus (any size pack)
Jul 10 Saturday
12-6pm Instructor: Dana Ruth Tuition: $145 includes Beginner PMC Tool
Kit REGISTER (fax or mail)
Metal
Crochet Workshop Crochet ain't just for yarn!
Experience the versatility of this technique and learn to
crochet a beautiful silver bracelet, including making sterling
end-caps and hook clasp.
Students should have basic metalsmithing/soldering skills to
maximize their experience in this workshop.
Workshop tuition includes
supplies
Jun 19 Saturday
12-6pm Instructor: Stacy Nathan Tuition:
$145 REGISTER (fax or mail)
Jewelry / Metalsmithing Classes - SUMMER
2010
**class cost has been
adjusted accordingly with rising metal
costs
Beginning /
Intermediate Metalsmithing Explore the art of jewelry fabrication. Students
will learn piercing, soldering, stone setting, and polishing
through demonstrations and hands-on work. Projects may
include rings, bracelets, pendants, and/or earrings. Some
metal will be provided by instructor. Students have access to
studio tools and equipment. Additional tools and metal can be
purchased on site. COURSE CODE - BGJWTUE
Jul 27 - Sep
14 6:30pm -
9:30pm Tuesday Instructor: Dana Ruth Tuition: $250
(tuition covers class, lab fees, and
materials) REGISTER (fax or mail)
COURSE CODE - BGJWSUN ** please note new format - 4
sessions / 6 hours each Sunday
Jul 25 Aug 1, 8,
15 1pm -
7pm Sunday Instructor: Dana Ruth Tuition: $250
(tuition covers class, lab fees, and
materials) REGISTER (fax or mail)
Introduction to Casting The class will consist of a basic introduction
to lost wax casting. Starting with basic carving, moving to
wax forming, sculpting and wax wire. Students will work all
the way though the full process of investing and centrifugal
casting using sterling silver. Bring your pure scrap silver for your
castings!
Prerequisites: Those taking this class
should have had at least introduction to basic metalsmithing so they will not have issues
with finishing touches like polishing and soldering. Supplies
will be spoken about during the first class.
COURSE CODE -
CASTING
TBD
6:30-9:30 Thursday Instructor: Karl
English Tuition: $215 REGISTER (fax or
mail)
