Metal Clay 101

 

Explore the unlimited potential of Precious Metal Clay during this exciting and in depth workshop while you create a unique, one of a kind, pendant and earring set. This program is designed to give you hands on experience in basic techniques for working with metal clay.

You will learn what metal clay is, the different forms it comes in and how to best care for, work with and store it. An extensive overview of tools and equipment will be provided. You will be shown best practices for working with the clay, including rolling, texturing, cutting, shaping, coiling, layering, drilling and embellishing.

Once you create your unique pieces, you will be shown how to sand, refine and further embellish them. Then they will be fired. Post firing finishing will then be covered, including brushing, polishing, tumbling and adding patina if you so desire. While the pieces are firing, your instructor will demonstrate advanced techniques to inspire you for future projects.

This 2 part workshop is offered on two consecutive Thursday evenings: January 16th & 23rd, from 6pm to 9pm. Class fee is $95 plus materials.

 ***Materials***

Please purchase your desired amount of metal clay at registration so we are sure to have it for you the day of the class. 

 Taught by Julie Booras: 

Julie Booras, the owner of Heart and Stone, has a degree in Fine Arts from the George Washington University where she studied photography and graphic design. Julie has been working in metal clay and jewelry design since 2007.

A minimum of 4 registrants is required for classed to run. 

Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel you can do so up to 7 days before the workshop for a full refund. If it is less than 7 days before the class there is no refund for the class but you can receive a full refund for any metal clay purchased. No credits or refunds for missed sessions. 

In the event we need to cancel a class or workshop due to inclement weather, illness or not enough particiation you can choose to  receive a refund or you can reserve a seat in a future class.

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