Classes
Gold I
Start with 24 Karat pure gold, weigh and alloy to custom colors of 14 to 22 karat gold - deep rich yellow to pale light green gold, to orangey-red to a delicate rose. Learn to work with the properties of the individual alloys, how to mill the ingot into wire or sheet or bezel for a gemstone setting, and create a beautiful, original piece of jewelry.
It is possible in this class to use two different colors of gold for your design - to have a contrast between green and red golds, for example, or create stacking bands that compliment the color of select gemstones.
We explore traditional Goldsmithing techniques - including how to recycle your materials, how to raise and lower the karat of a piece of gold, developing soldering techniques, and look at both ancient and modern design parameters.
Basic Silversmithing experience recommended. Please ask.
8 weeks
May 22 - July 17 (skip July 4 weekend)
Saturday afternoons 3 - 6 pm
$400 + gold materials (determined by market price)
10 dwts pure gold
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