FLORIDA SOCIETY OF GOLDSMITHS

MODERN MASTERS WORKSHOP

WILDACRES, NORTH CAROLINA

OCTOBER 26 beginning with dinner NOVEMBER 1, 2009 ending with breakfast

Classes on Oct. 27 Oct. 31^st, 2009. All workshops are 5 day class. The workshop fee is $900. This fee covers: Tuition for 5 days of classes; Lodging for 6 nights; 17 Meals; Gratuities; as well as membership in FSG. Material & Lab fees are additional and include the specialized materials and other consumable materials required for the projects. <click here for REGISTRATION forms>

Michael Boyd Integrating Stone and Metal 

Material, Tool, & Lab fee $100 * some tools are optional if you already own them.

Prerequisite: Fabrication and basic stone setting skills. Learn how to design with stone. Class will cover basic lapidary techniques to better integrate stones into your metal work. This will involve cutting and polishing stones along with how to drill holes in stones, carve grooves and channels, glues, and laminations. We will also explore various metal fabrications you will need to set the stones you have cut. This workshop will cover some basic design and how to use color. <Boyd student list> Website: www.michaelboyd.com

 

Patsy Croft- Pliqu a Jour Enameling with a New Methodology

Material & Lab fee $35

You will have the opportunity to change the way artists think of Pliqu a Jour. This advanced enameling technique is made easier through a new methodology. With new and old materials we can simplify the technique and also allow you to create an enamel jewel in any shape. This will not only add to your design opportunities but also lower your cost. You will explore the advantages and disadvantages of Klyre Fire, Foils, Wet Felt and the new possibilities in designs they can bring you. We will also cover stone setting stone prior to enameling. So bring your ideas and lets explore. <Croft student list> Website: http://www.alohilanidesigns.com

 

Arline Fisch: Textile Techniques in Metal

Materials Kit $50 *based on copper cost.

This is a 5 day intensive workshop covering a broad range of textile techniques which can be used with metal, including weaving, braiding, knitting, crochet and basketry. Slides and demonstrations will be followed by making small samples in thin sheet metal and small gauge wire as an introduction to various processes in creating these structures. Each sample will be a complete unit with edges and surfaces finished in a manner appropriate to the specific technique. Materials used will include copper, brass, aluminum, and silver if you wish to bring your own. No prior fiber experience is required. A complete list of techniques covered is available on the student list. <Fisch student list> Arline M. Fisch, Author of the book, Textile Techniques in Metal. Her work can be seen at www.taboostudio.com gallery.

 

Harold OConnor: Surface Embellishment

Material & Lab fee $70 * based on metal costs

Surface Embellishments Workshop: Introduction to creasing and folding to create hollow forms with little soldering; Reticulation of silver; Lamination of copper and gold to silver to create bi-metals; Introduction to silver and gold granulation, and roller embossing to create subtle metal textures.    <OConnor student list> Website: www.haroldoconnor.com

 

Deb Stoner: Making a Spectacle (Eyeglasses)

Material & Lab fee $55

Historically, jewelers were partners with opticians in the design and making of eyeglasses. In this workshop, well explore historical through contemporary spectacles through slides, samples, demos and hands-on work. Well learn how jeweler's techniques are applicable to making eyeglasses. Learn tricks from the optical industry about holding lenses in frames, coloring lenses, making screws and rivets, and explore inventive approaches to creating hinges and other mechanisms. <Stoner student list> Website: www.debstoner.com

 

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Questions may be emailed to Jean Marie DeSpiegler at fsgjm@earthlink.net.