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Enamels, Beyond Sifting: Intermediate TechniquesThis class is designed for the student who has previous enameling experience and wants to expand their knowledge beyond basic skills and materials. Alternative techniques for applying enamel to metal, including painting, drawing and stamping, will be explored as well as new or lesser known enameling surfaces. Students are given copper sheet and a pre-enameled steel tile to use for experimenting with liquid enamel, acrylic enamel, crayons and stamps. These mediums can be mixed with sifting and embellishing techniques learned in previous classes. (I will not include sawing, but the earrings use the technique described I have other class samples that are the square shapes)Prerequisite: Basic enameling skills, Enameling: Applying Color to Metal, or permission of the instructor Studio 34 Instructor: Aleana D'Aniello Level: Intermediate Cost: $40 + 25 Please read before registering: If you do not get a confirmation from us after checking out, please call to confirm. Same day registrations are accepted by phone call only. Day of class registrations do not guarantee a spot. (585)737-5858 |
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Enamel Immersion: Sifting and BeyondIn the first half of the class, students learn basic enameling techniques including how to prepare a surface to accept enamels, how to apply foundation layers by sifting, and several techniques for adding details and embellishments. Students are provided with all the materials needed to make a finished pendant or charm, but feel free to bring fired PMC scrap, small stencils, left-over glass seed beads, or other items to use as inspiration and decoration. After a short break, the second half of class focus is newer or less widely known enamel types and surfaces. Students are given copper sheet as well as a pre-enameled steel tile to use for experimenting with liquid enamel, acrylic enamel, crayons and stamps. These mediums can be mixed with sifting and embellishing techniques learned in the first half. 5hrsPrerequisite: None Studio 34 Instructor: Aleana D'Aniello Level: All Skill Levels Welcome Cost: $75 + 30 Please read before registering: If you do not get a confirmation from us after checking out, please call to confirm. Same day registrations are accepted by phone call only. Day of class registrations do not guarantee a spot. (585)737-5858 |
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Enameling: Applying Color to MetalWant to learn the fundamental techniques behind the ancient art of enameling? Students will first learn to prepare a surface to accept enamels, then how to apply the foundation layer, and several techniques for adding details and embellishments. Instructor will fire your piece in the kiln and you will take home a finished work of art. Students are provided with all the materials needed to make a finished pendant or charm, but feel free to bring fired PMC scrap, small stencils, left over glass seed beads, or other items to use as inspiration and decoration. Materials fee includes choice of a copper blank, unlimited use of enamels, embellishments, and tools.Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: Aleana D'Aniello Level: Beginner Cost: $35 + 20 Please read before registering: If you do not get a confirmation from us after checking out, please call to confirm. Same day registrations are accepted by phone call only. Day of class registrations do not guarantee a spot. (585)737-5858 |
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Enamels for Metal ClayStudents will bring pure copper or silver metal clay pieces made in previous classes (or from home) and learn enameling techniques appropriate for this medium. Students will learn how to choose appropriate colors to include transparent enamels, how to wet-pack the enamels into desired areas, and how to finish their pieces. Challenges unique to this medium will be discussed and examples will be reviewed. Please note if bringing fired metal clay pieces from home, the piece must be fired at the hottest/longest schedule for that brand, must not contain any inclusions (dichroic, gemstones..etc), and must be tumbled prior to enameling. The reasons for these restrictions will be discussed in class. 3hrsPrerequisite: None Studio 34 Instructor: Aleana D'Aniello Level: All Cost: $35 + 30 Please read before registering: If you do not get a confirmation from us after checking out, please call to confirm. Same day registrations are accepted by phone call only. Day of class registrations do not guarantee a spot. (585)737-5858 |
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Enamels, Beyond Sifting: Intermediate TechniquesThis class is designed for the student who has previous enameling experience and wants to expand their knowledge beyond basic skills and materials. Alternative techniques for applying enamel to metal, including painting, drawing and stamping, will be explored as well as new or lesser known enameling surfaces. Students are given copper sheet and a pre-enameled steel tile to use for experimenting with liquid enamel, acrylic enamel, crayons and stamps. These mediums can be mixed with sifting and embellishing techniques learned in previous classes. (I will not include sawing, but the earrings use the technique described I have other class samples that are the square shapes)Prerequisite: Basic enameling skills, Enameling: Applying Color to Metal, or permission of the instructor Studio 34 Instructor: Aleana D'Aniello Level: Intermediate Cost: $40 + 25 Please read before registering: If you do not get a confirmation from us after checking out, please call to confirm. Same day registrations are accepted by phone call only. Day of class registrations do not guarantee a spot. (585)737-5858 |
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Photo Charms and PendantCreate your very own photo or artwork keepsake Microscope Slide Glass Soldiered Pendant/Charm. Learn how to solder, cut glass, use copper tape and do a little wire work. Students complete one double-sided pendant or charm in class. NO art or soldering experience required. Instructions to students: Please bring TWO special small photos or two -dimensional ephemera that measure no bigger than 1 inch by 1 inch. Completed pendants/charms are two sided so you need two images to include in your project. Examples of things that can be put in pendants: pictures of your kids or pets, paper of any kind, real lace, and pieces of original artwork- anything that is flat and thin. The two pieces of art or photos should not be thicker than 1/16th inch when sandwiched back to back. Some pieces of original art made by Vickie Porter will be available if you don't have the right size photos. Please note: We can't use older photos that were developed from film as the paper does not tolerate the heat of soldering. Make a print copy of older photos or bring digitally printed images. If you have a bone folder, please bring one. Available at craft stores.No art experience required. Everyone can do this! [Photos by Teri Fiske at Pumpkin Patch Photos]Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: Vickie Porter Level: Beginner Cost: $35 + 14 Please read before registering: If you do not get a confirmation from us after checking out, please call to confirm. Same day registrations are accepted by phone call only. Day of class registrations do not guarantee a spot. (585)737-5858 |
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Resin Techniques for Jewelry and MetalsCreate three dimensional necklace pendants or bracelet components using a variety of fibers, images, papers, found objects. The technique of applying a heavy resin encasement ensures incredible clarity and depth. Instructions for students: bring unique found objects such as dried flowers, dichroic glass, etc.Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: TBD Level: Beginner Cost: $35 + 20 Please read before registering: If you do not get a confirmation from us after checking out, please call to confirm. Same day registrations are accepted by phone call only. Day of class registrations do not guarantee a spot. (585)737-5858 |
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