Upcoming Jewelry Making: Argentium® Silver, Level 3
3-Day Workshop with Cynthia Topp
Thursdays, March 13 – 27, 2025
5:45 – 8:45pm
In this three-evening workshop, you’ll take your Argentium® skills to the next level by creating a wire filigree pendant with a stone. You’ll discover how to form the outline of your design, then fuse granules and wire shapes to each other within that silhouette, using either a tension technique or some other tricks. You’ll learn the process of heat-hardening Argentium®, and how to decide when it’s necessary.
You’ve already fallen in love with Argentium®, and now it’s time to elevate your fusing skills, so you can create the intricate designs you’ve dreamed up!
This is an intermediate class. Proficiency using an acetylene jeweler’s torch and working with Argentium® is required.
CLASS FEES
Members: $148.50
Non-Members: $165
MATERIALS FEES
(Paid to instructor on the 1st day of class)
$30
AGES
Adults 18+
PREREQUISITES
You must have already taken Argentium® Silver, Level 2.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Wednesday, March 12, 12:00pm
MATERIALS TO BRING
All necessary tools and materials will be provided, but students who have acquired some of their own metalsmithing hand tools are encouraged to bring their toolboxes.
One stone, either a cabochon or a rose-cut, is included in the materials fee, and the instructor will provide a selection. Alternatively, you may bring your own stone if you wish, and we will discuss whether it is suitable for the project. Stones must have flat backs, i.e., either cabochons or rose-cuts. Please choose stones that have a shorter dimension no shorter than 6mm, and a longer dimension no longer than 18mm. For example, ovals between the sizes of 8x6mm and 18x13mm would work well. (This is approximate, to give you a general sense of the size of piece you will be making).
Students are required to wear closed-toed shoes and tie long hair back for safety. Class handout will be provided.
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Day 1
March 13, 2025
5:45 pm - 8:45 pm -
Day 2
March 20, 2025
5:45 pm - 8:45 pm -
Day 3
March 27, 2025
5:45 pm - 8:45 pm
Venue: Jewelry Studio
Address:
Description:
The Jewelry Studio at the Jansen Art Center is located in the SE side of the main floor:
