Create a layered shadow box ring using sterling silver and a wide variety of metalsmithing techniques including: designing, stone setting, stamping/texturing, cold/hot connections, sawing, shaping, and adding patina. Artist Alexander Draven will walk you through each step from designing your ring to the beautifully polished final product. Add a small cabochon stone, metal cut outs and other adornments to personalize your one-of-a-kind ring.
Create a unique birdhouse plant stake made of fused glass. This durable glass is weatherproof and suitable for outdoors. The stake, including birdhouse, is 11” tall, perfect to brighten up any planter. No glass cutting is required.
Learn the fundamentals of glass fusing. Cut, design and fuse glass in a kiln using an original design or ideas supplied by the instructor. Glass plates, bowls and jewelry are discussed in this series. All skill levels are welcome.
This two-day workshop offers students the opportunity to explore hand building techniques and the exciting process of Raku firing. Basic clay knowledge required. Day One 5/24 10:30 am–2:30 pm: Students learn hand building techniques for creating pottery. Break: Pieces dried and bisque fired. Day Two 6/7 10:30 am–4:30 pm: Students participate in Raku firing to create unique colors and patterns.
Transform clay into an adorable small-scale animal sculpture by using basic hand-building techniques and texture tools. For students who are familiar with the basic techniques of working with clay.
*Designed for advanced students looking to expand their knowledge and skills in raku firing, this workshop is an intensive, one-day experience focused on advanced glazing and firing techniques. Participants should come prepared with 4-5 bisque-fired pieces ready for glazing.
Students will explore innovative approaches to surface design and color development, while also learning how to control and manipulate the unique effects of the raku process. *Final enrollment contingent upon pre-approval by raku instructor, Sarah DeBaun.
