Brave He{ART} 9:00 - 4:30 Tuesday, August 11th Diane Cook $145
Student Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Type of Workshop: Project
Prerequisite: None
Making art is not for the faint of heart. It requires exposing ourselves in a most unique way. It beckons for us to be brave and totally honest with what’s inside our hearts. In this class I will share my style of creatively designing and assembling a Repoussé heart with wings. What exactly is Repoussé, you might ask? The name Repoussé is derived from the French word pousser, “to push forward”. It has been described as a method of decorating metals, in which parts of the design are raised in relief from the back or the inside of the article, by means of hammers and punches. So, on this day we will do just that….cut and move metal. We’ll also explore several of my favorite patina options, which includes using a small torch to produce unique and vibrant colors onto the metal. We will add texture to the metal using metal stamps, texture hammers, punches and chisels.
So, how about it? Want to flex your muscles, and learn just what’s inside your very own brave he{art}? See you in classroom!Materials Fee:$15 includes the following supplies and use of tools provided by the teacher:
Class Handout
Heart & Wing Patterns
Micro Attachments & Tiny Screwdrivers
Brass Wire, 12 gauge (for clasp)
Torches, Fuel & Soldering Stands
Fire Bricks & Heat Resistant Surfaces
Quenching Bowls & Tongs
Dremel Tool & Bits
Safety Glasses
Face Masks & Gloves
Texture Hammers, Brass Mallet, Metal Stamps
Patina Solutions & Finishing Wax
Metal & Hardwood Dapping Sets
Dasco Pro Cold Chisels
Power Max CuttersStudent should bring:
Nickel Silver, Brass, Jewelers Bronze or Copper Sheet Metal, 24 gauge, at least 1-4”x 6” piece
Sterling Silver, Brass, Jewelers Bronze, or Copper Wire, 22 and/or 20 gauge (4-5’ if wire wrapping…Please patina wire before class!)
French Shears AND/OR Jewelers Saw & Blades (#5/0 or 6/0)
Bench Pin
Metal Jewelry Files, #2 (flat or half-round)
Needle Files
Flush Cutters
Pliers, Chain-Nose, Flat-Nose & Round-Nose
Metal Hole Punch Pliers, 1.8mm
Bailing Pliers (7mmx9mm)
1/8” drill bit
Ball Peen Hammer
Steel Bench Block
Bench Pad, Rubber Bench Block or Small Towel
Hardwood Dapping & Swaging Block - examples found here or here
Nylon Domed Mallet - examples found here or here
Metal Awl or Scribe
Black Marker, Ultra-Fine
Ruler or Measuring Tape
ScissorsOptional Supplies:
Beading Wire - example here
Crimping Pliers - example here
Crimp Tubes & Crimp Covers - example here and here
Vintage Rhinestones, art deco or other brooch, shoe or dress clip, or earring, gemstones, pearls, chain, clear crystal rondells, 6-8mm
Cut Lube (if you decided to use your saw)
Work Light (Battery Operated suggested or bring an extension cord)
Optivisors (if needed)
I will have the following for sale in the classroom, or bring your own: etched sheet metal, book chain, oval jump rings, pearls, gemstones, vintage dangles, charms, rhinestone connectors.
If you'd like to place an advance order for supplies & tools for pick up at the on-site store when you arrive at AU, contact: The Occasional Artist - Email your order to: theoccasionalartist@cox.net or call 623-847-2215
Questions? Email Diane at rosajosies@yahoo.com
Website: www.rosaandjosies.net
