Explore basic metal smithing and discover the fun in vitreous enameling while creating wearable art. You will learn design, sawing, soldering, hammer texturing, stamping and forming, application of patina, and stone setting while using sterling silver and copper metals. You will leave with a pair of dangle mixed metal/enameled earrings and a ring or pendant.

All materials included.

Students must be 18 or older to participate.

GENERAL WORKSHOP INFORMATION

SMALL METALS STUDENT INFORMATION AND SAFETY

About Instructors

Mary Lou Christie

Small Metals

Mary Lou (Tahlequah, OK) is a retired elementary teacher who now spends her time honing her sills and teaching jewelry making classes in her Tahlequah, OK studio.Her creations have been featured in several galleries and are shown at Fine Art Festivals in Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri and Arkansas. Her creations have won numerous fine art awards.