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Unlock the art of Metalsmithing in this comprehensive introductory class. From mastering essential techniques like sawing and soldering to exploring advanced skills such as chain making and raising, dive into a hands-on exploration of metal manipulation. Develop your craftsmanship and create stunning jewelry pieces under expert guidance.

  • Beginner
  • 18 and older
  • $750
  • 327 Irving, Brooklyn, NY
  • 24 hours over 8 sessions
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  • $750
  • Bushwick Jewelry Casting New Location @ 327 Irving Ste 1A, Brooklyn, NY 11237
  • 24 hours over 8 sessions
  • Includes 2 days of studio time.
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What you'll learn in this metalsmithing class:

This introductory class to Metalsmithing is designed for both those with little to no previous experience as well as those who want to hone, develop and learn new skills.

Students will have an opportunity to learn and develop a wide range of fundamental jewelry-making skills that are essential for building a solid foundation.

A wide variety of tools and techniques include: 

  • Safe practices for working in a jeweler’s studio
  • Proper use of hand tools
  • Soldering techniques and torches, flex shafts, hammers
  • Polishing equipment, jeweler’s saw, files, pliers
  • Doming blocks and more

You will learn how to cut, solder, saw, drill, rivet, pierce, dome, texture, drill etc.

This class is designed for each student to create a minimum of 2-4 pieces in this 8 week session.

Metalsmithing involves numerous techniques. In this introductory course, one will learn the following skills:

  • The basic overview of metal properties and manipulation
  • Sawing and piercing
  • Cold connections such as rivets
  • Soldering and fabrication
  • Mechanisms such as clasps and hinges
  • Rolling Mill
  • Hydraulic Press
  • Textures
  • Chain Making
  • Raising, Forming and Spiculum
  • Chasing and Repoussé
  • Patinas

Refund Policy

Excluding the first day of class, a minimum of 7 days are required to reschedule a planned absence. 

Less than a 7 day notice, make up classes are available during studio time and studio fees apply. 

No refunds for no shows. 

For cancellations more than 10 business days before class date, students can be refunded payment amount minus 10% processing fee OR receive full payment amount toward another class.

For cancellations 10 to 5 business days before class date, students can receive payment amount as credit towards another class. 

No refunds or credit available for cancellations less than 5 business days before class.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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Scott Alexander Fowler studied metalsmithing at The University of North Texas from 1993-1999. For the past several years, Scott has experimented with various techniques and materials to develop the craftsmanship necessary to create his unique designs. His pieces fuse modern clean lines with organic...

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