| Enamel on Copper Jewelry - An Introduction | $120 |
| Richard Salley | |
| Student Level: All levels (knowledge of jewelry tools and how to use helpful) | |
| Type of workshop: Project |
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Enameling is one of the oldest methods used for creating colorful designs on metal. In this workshop students will complete jewelry projects by way of fusing powdered glass enamel on copper. Techniques and skills covered in the class will include: surface preparation of metal, types of enamel, basic torch-firing, solders to use with enameling, use of holding agents, sifting enamels, wet inlay, enameling tools and supplies, safety considerations.
Students should be able to complete a pendant, brooch and earrings similar to the example photos. If time permits, experimentation on additional projects will be encouraged. You will leave the class with new skills for adding color and drama to your own jewelry creations.
Supply Fee of $5 payable to Instructor at class time includes: The enamel, copper wire, leather neck cord and miscellaneous supplies
Supply list:
Basic jewelry making tools will be needed, including round nose and flat nose pliers, wire cutters (flush cutters recommended)
Small hammer
Jeweler’s saw and #1 or #2 blades
Bench Pin
Bench block (bring something for dampening the hammering noise such as a shot bag or towel)
Questions? Email Richard at art@rsalley.com
Website: www.rsalley.com