10/27/24 - 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Thayer, Gail
First time in the jewelry studio? No problem. Learn to solder sterling silver wire, form it into a circle and shape it using a steel bangle die and the hydraulic press. Beginners can expect to complete 3 bangles during this workshop. Instructor will have a variety of sterling silver wire for sale ranging from $6 to $16 per bangle (cash or check is paid directly to the instructor). Ages 17 and up.
Levels: Beginner,Intermediate
Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL
Member Tuition: $70.00
Non-Member: $80.00
9/9/24 - 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Perry, Stacy
This is a guided independent studies class for the intermediate to advanced metalsmith student. Bring in your jewelry projects or start something new! We'll troubleshoot both design and technique challenges and critique designs both one-on-one and as a group. This class is loaded with great bench tips and technical demonstrations to guide students through projects with success.
Bring your own materials or you may purchase materials from the instructor. A $15 materials fee, payable to the instructor, helps to defray the cost of miscellaneous supplies. Ages 17 and up.
Levels: Advanced,Professional
Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL
Lab Fee: $15.00
Member Tuition: $185.00
Non-Member: $215.00
4/8/24 - 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Perry, Stacy
In this Intermediate Metalsmithing class, students will be introduced to technique-based projects designed to increase confidence with the torch and expand and hone their jewelry fabrication skill set, with a focus on torch control and more advanced stone setting techniques like unusual bezel and tube settings.
Basic metal fabrication skills are a must! This class builds on the skills learned in the introductory Fundamentals of Jewelry Fabrication I and II classes or equivalent and is appropriate for advanced beginner to intermediate metalsmiths. This is a limited entry class, so sign up early to ensure your spot.
A $15 materials fee is paid directly to the instructor.Additional materials may be purchased from the instructor or you may bring your own.
Levels: Intermediate
Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL
Lab Fee: $15.00
Member Tuition: $185.00
Non-Member: $215.00
8/19/24 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Perry, Stacy
This 5-day workshop is for the advanced beginner and focuses on the fundamentals of jewelry design and execution. Studio habits, safety and design elements will be covered in detail. Perhaps you want to hone your basic skills in metal jewelry fabrication but a busy schedule keeps you from committing to a 6-week course. Or, you simply prefer a short, intensive metal jewelry workshop. If either of these describes you, then this five day class is the place to be! We'll focus on some of the most important basic metalworking skills such as sawing, soldering, filing, texturing, hammering, setting cabochons in bezels and finish work. As you learn the proper techniques to help you build a strong foundation in the metal jewelry arts, you'll make fun and unique jewelry such as a spinner-style ring, earrings featuring bezel-set cabochons and a multi-linked bracelet. You'll also take home a full-color information-packed booklet complete with tutorials for the week's projects. You'll be working in copper, fine and Sterling silvers. A $130 Material Fee includes all materials and is paid directly to the instructor.
A complete tool list will be sent a week prior to camp in case you wish to use your own. However, all tools used during the week will be available for you to borrow during the camp, so there's nothing to buy except an apron and a Sharpie marker with your name on it!
Ages 17 and up.
Levels: Beginner,Intermediate
Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL
Member Tuition: $345.00
Non-Member: $375.00
4/8/24 - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Perry, Stacy
In this Intermediate Metalsmithing class, students will be introduced to technique-based projects designed to increase confidence with the torch and expand and hone their jewelry fabrication skill set, with a focus on torch control and more advanced stone setting techniques like unusual bezel and tube settings. This class is for students new to the Intermediate level.
Basic metal fabrication skills are a must! This class builds on the skills learned in the introductory Fundamentals of Jewelry Fabrication I and II classes or equivalent and is appropriate for Advanced Beginner to Beginning Intermediate metalsmiths. This is a limited entry class, so sign up early to ensure your spot. Ages 17 and up.
A $15 materials fee is paid directly to the instructor. Additional materials may be purchased from the instructor or you may bring your own.
Levels: Intermediate
Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL
Lab Fee: $15.00
Member Tuition: $185.00
Non-Member: $215.00
4/9/24 - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Perry, Stacy
In this Intermediate Metalsmithing class, students will be introduced to technique-based projects designed to increase confidence with the torch and expand and hone their jewelry fabrication skill set, with a focus on torch control and more advanced stone setting techniques like unusual bezel and tube settings.
Basic metal fabrication skills are a must! This class builds on the skills learned in the introductory Fundamentals of Jewelry Fabrication I and II classes or equivalent and is appropriate for advanced beginner to intermediate metalsmiths. This is a limited entry class, so sign up early to ensure your spot. Ages 17 and up.
A $15 materials fee is paid directly to the instructor. Additional materials may be purchased from the instructor or you may bring your own.
Levels: Intermediate,Advanced
Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL
Lab Fee: $15.00
Member Tuition: $185.00
Non-Member: $215.00
10/29/24 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Perry, Stacy
This class builds on the skills learned in Fundamentals of Jewelry Fabrication I. In addition, you will learn how to create a bezel and basic stone setting along with lots of demonstrations and hands-on work. You'll create beautiful pieces of jewelry while expanding and building your metalsmithing skills. All students will be following the same curriculum. Ages 17 and up.
A fee of $120 will be paid to the instructor to cover the cost of metals used in class.
Levels: Intermediate
Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL
Lab Fee: $15.00
Member Tuition: $185.00
Non-Member: $215.00
4/9/24 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Perry, Stacy
Refresh the fundamentals or learn from scratch! In this introductory metalsmithing class, you'll learn the fundamental skills of metal jewelry fabrication. Learn good studio habits while learning how to solder with a gas torch, sawing, filing, using the flex-shaft, riveting techniques, finish work and other common bench and studio necessities. All students will be following the same curriculum.
You'll complete unique jewelry projects in copper, brass and sterling silver while learning the proper techniques necessary to build a solid foundation in the metal jewelry arts. This is a limited entry class, so sign up early to ensure your spot. Ages 17 and up.
A $120 fee will be paid to the instructor for the metals and supplies used in class.
Levels: Beginner
Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL
Lab Fee: $15.00
Member Tuition: $185.00
Non-Member: $215.00
4/10/24 - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monitor
Enjoy the use of DFAC’s newly updated jewelry studio with endless thanks to our creative partners, the West Coast Florida Society of Goldsmiths. This open studio allows both currently enrolled DFAC jewelry students & WCFSG members time to continue their jewelry-making pursuits outside of the designated class time. Open Jewelry Studio registration entitles you to an additional 18 hours of studio time. A monitor is present to oversee the proper use of studio equipment only. No instruction provided.Tuition includes a $10 lab fee designated to a common studio fund.
Levels: All Levels
Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL
Member Tuition: $65.00
Non-Member: $95.00
12/14/24 - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thayer, Gail
First time in the jewelry studio? No problem. Learn to solder sterling silver wire, form it into a circle and shape it using a steel bangle die and the hydraulic press. Beginners can expect to complete 3 bangles during this workshop. Instructor will have a variety of sterling silver wire for sale ranging from $6 to $16 per bangle (cash or check is paid directly to the instructor). Ages 17 and up.
Levels: Beginner,Intermediate
Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL
Member Tuition: $70.00
Non-Member: $80.00