Copper and Silver - A Mixed Marriage Tuesday 9:00 - 4:30 $130 Louise Duhamel
Student Level: All
Type of Workshop: Project
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In this workshop we will cover the basics of working with the new quick fire copper clay and how to combine the copper with silver. You’ll learn what works…and what doesn’t and how to combine the clays in order to get optimal results. Students will create several pieces by choosing from an assortment of projects, according to their level of expertise. Finishing techniques will also be covered. This fast paced workshop promises to be packed with lots of fun and information!
Supplies provided by Instructor include: Tools and materials for working with the wet metal clays, finishing tools and materials, molds, rubber stamps and consumables such as torches and fuel, other items to enhance the class experience
Kit fee of $15 payable to Instructor at class time includes: Metal clay tool kit, copper and silver wire, sterling silver ear wires, report cover, sanding sponge
Supply List:- 50 grams of copper clay, 10 grams of silver clay
- Non porous work surface, such as a piece of glass or acrylic
- Medium or large soft tapered tip clay shaper (sometimes called a ‘color’ shaper)
- Ruler
- Craft knife
- Fine tip permanent marker
- 3 Paintbrushes – size 4 round, size 0 round, and size 2 flat
Optional: Electric drill, acrylic roller for rolling ropes, pin vise with a #55 drill bit, tweezers
**Copper and Silver clay will be available for purchase the day of class at a 15% discount or can be purchased in advance from www.artclayworld.com
Questions? Email Louise at enchante@roadrunner.com
Website: www.louiseduhamel.com