Workshops

Electroforming for Enamelists
Feb
1
to Feb 15

Electroforming for Enamelists

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Fridays, Feb 1, 8 & 16, 2025
3 - 5 pm EST

Enamelists, come explore the exciting world of copper electroforming! Learn to create uniquely organic and textured copper designs that highlight and enhance the color and surface of your enamels. In this workshop we will start by learning how to create enamels that are appropriate for combining with electroforming and how to set up and operate your own copper electroformer. We will then discuss strategies for design and composition as well as how to create findings so that your pieces become wearable. The workshop is focused on jewelry but with a larger electroformer this technique can easily be adapted to sculpture or wall panels.

Registration opens November 1, 2024 on Pocosin Arts

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The Alchemy of Copper Oxides: Two Enamels, Infinite Colors
Oct
4
to Oct 18

The Alchemy of Copper Oxides: Two Enamels, Infinite Colors

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Fridays, October 4, 11, 18, 2024
12 - 2 pm EST

Explore the dynamic interaction between copper, white and clear liquid enamel, and heat. Start with enamel application (pouring, dipping, brushing) and sgraffito (creating patterns by scratching through the enamel). Then firing, adding layers, and firing again makes the magic really happens. The range of colors created with just two enamels is amazing! In addition to technical information, we will cover various approaches to design for wall panels and jewelry. All skill levels welcome.

Registration opens July 5, 2024 on Pocosin Arts

Use the following code for a 10% online workshop discount code (expires at midnight, July 6, 2024)
Code: Pocosin10

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Enameling Basics
Jul
13
to Jul 14

Enameling Basics

Come explore the amazing world of color and texture offered by the ancient yet vibrant art of enameling, the process of fusing powered glass onto metal. We will cover metal prep, sifting, stencils, over and under firing and visual design strategy. Day one, students will learn the basics and make samples in order to generate ideas for day two when the focus will shift to making one or more finished pendants or earrings. This workshop is a great introduction to enameling for those with no prior experience as well a chance for experienced enamelists to gain some new tricks and tips and enjoy the comradery of other makers.

All skill levels welcome

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