Introduction to Jewelry: Skills Class

Learn how to safely and efficiently use jewelers' tools through demonstration and guided, hands-on practice.

Meeting Times

Sun, 10/29/2023 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sun, 11/5/2023 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sun, 10/29/2023 - Sun, 11/5/2023

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About

This class is for students of all experience levels to become familiar with the Jewelry Studio space and tools.

Start with a studio tour/facility walk-through and learn about the studio's guidelines, safety protocols, and policies. Learn how to order materials and tools, acquire a Jewelry Studio skills card, and all about open studio hours.

Skills covered include how to safely use a jeweler’s saw, bench shear, step shear, disc cutters, files, hammer identification, stamping tools, dapping tools, pliers, rolling mill, flex shaft, and buffing wheel. All of these skills will help you feel more comfortable and confident in our studio or yours and get you ready for project classes. You'll take home your sample exercises and handouts for future practice and revision.

Details

Registration closes Oct. 24

Materials

A $30 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers all materials needed.

Class Policies

Ages 14 and up are welcome.

BARN Policies

View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy
View BARN's current COVID-19 health and safety protocols.
BARN is committed to accessibility. Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
For those who might need physical assistance, learn more about BARN's Companion Program.

Instructors or Guides

Sarah Jones

Sarah is a Bainbridge Island artist and teacher with experience in fine metal arts, jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, stained glass, and photography. She is a BARN founding member and Jewelry Studio programming and steering committee member.

Because Sarah is a visual and tactile learner herself, her classes typically involve a lot of hands-on learning and printed information.

Sarah’s art has been displayed in the Seattle Metals Guild and Bainbridge Arts & Craft exhibitions. Her work is sold at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art. To view her recent work, visit www.foggyroaddesigns.com.