5:30-8:30 pm
In this class, you will start with raw brass or copper sheet and wire or pre-cut shapes. You will learn the skills to design, cut, stamp, hammer, and solder, as well as sand, patina, and polish these brilliant base metals. Working with copper and brass is a great option for those learning to metalsmith since they are less expensive than precious metals like silver and gold. They also offer interesting options for patina and texture that can be a signature of handmade items.
The class includes all materials and tools. Open to all skill levels, including beginners. Participants can opt to make two pendants instead of earrings.
No prior metalworking experience is required.
please note
This class has a maximum sign-up of eight (8) participants. At this time, due the amount of pre-planning, nature of a workshop environments and with respect to our instructor, we can not issue refunds on workshop registrations. In the event of an emergency, please notify us you will not be attending at least 48 hours prior to receive a credit towards another workshop. Workshop credits are not good for any in-store purchases.
please bring
water bottle, snacks
about aurora pinkey
Aurora lives in Reno, Nevada and has been making jewelry out of blades of grass and collecting smooth rocks since before she could hold a pair of pliers. She grew up in Providence, RI as the daughter of two full-time artists and grandmother is a jeweler, too! Aurora incorporates beadwork and metalwork into her pieces, is obsessed with treasure hunting and refurbishing vintage pieces and does jewelry repair as well. When she is not creating you can find her skiing, mountain biking, or exploring the Sierras and Great Basin with her dogs.
5:30-8:30 pm
In this class, you will start with raw brass or copper sheet and wire or pre-cut shapes. You will learn the skills to design, cut, stamp, hammer, and solder, as well as sand, patina, and polish these brilliant base metals. Working with copper and brass is a great option for those learning to metalsmith since they are less expensive than precious metals like silver and gold. They also offer interesting options for patina and texture that can be a signature of handmade items.
The class includes all materials and tools. Open to all skill levels, including beginners. Participants can opt to make two pendants instead of earrings.
No prior metalworking experience is required.
please note
This class has a maximum sign-up of eight (8) participants. At this time, due the amount of pre-planning, nature of a workshop environments and with respect to our instructor, we can not issue refunds on workshop registrations. In the event of an emergency, please notify us you will not be attending at least 48 hours prior to receive a credit towards another workshop. Workshop credits are not good for any in-store purchases.
please bring
water bottle, snacks
about aurora pinkey
Aurora lives in Reno, Nevada and has been making jewelry out of blades of grass and collecting smooth rocks since before she could hold a pair of pliers. She grew up in Providence, RI as the daughter of two full-time artists and grandmother is a jeweler, too! Aurora incorporates beadwork and metalwork into her pieces, is obsessed with treasure hunting and refurbishing vintage pieces and does jewelry repair as well. When she is not creating you can find her skiing, mountain biking, or exploring the Sierras and Great Basin with her dogs.
