Metalsmithing for Beginners | Susan Richter O'Connell | Thur-Sat, Sept 18-20 | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Adult | Metal | Levels 1-2
Members: $460 | Non-Members: $490
Course ID: 3D2510
*This workshop must meet a minimum number of students by August 14, 2025.
Concept
Have you always wondered how a piece of jewelry is constructed? This workshop is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of metalsmithing. Beginning with a blank piece of metal and a cabochon stone, learn the construction skills needed to deign and build a unique finished piece of jewelry.
Experience
Demonstrations and hands-on practice introduce you to the tools used to cut, shape, and texture metal sheet and wire. Learn how to use the soldering torch to join your metal elements and gain confidence through guided practice, as well as how to build a bezel and set a cabochon stone. Finally choose techniques to patina and polish in which to finish your pieces. Leave this workshop with at least one piece of jewelry, as well as the basic building blocks to continue your metalsmithing journey!
Skill Level
Designed for beginners; no prior experience necessary.
Adult | Metal | Levels 1-2
Members: $460 | Non-Members: $490
Course ID: 3D2510
*This workshop must meet a minimum number of students by August 14, 2025.
Concept
Have you always wondered how a piece of jewelry is constructed? This workshop is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of metalsmithing. Beginning with a blank piece of metal and a cabochon stone, learn the construction skills needed to deign and build a unique finished piece of jewelry.
Experience
Demonstrations and hands-on practice introduce you to the tools used to cut, shape, and texture metal sheet and wire. Learn how to use the soldering torch to join your metal elements and gain confidence through guided practice, as well as how to build a bezel and set a cabochon stone. Finally choose techniques to patina and polish in which to finish your pieces. Leave this workshop with at least one piece of jewelry, as well as the basic building blocks to continue your metalsmithing journey!
Skill Level
Designed for beginners; no prior experience necessary.
Adult | Metal | Levels 1-2
Members: $460 | Non-Members: $490
Course ID: 3D2510
*This workshop must meet a minimum number of students by August 14, 2025.
Concept
Have you always wondered how a piece of jewelry is constructed? This workshop is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of metalsmithing. Beginning with a blank piece of metal and a cabochon stone, learn the construction skills needed to deign and build a unique finished piece of jewelry.
Experience
Demonstrations and hands-on practice introduce you to the tools used to cut, shape, and texture metal sheet and wire. Learn how to use the soldering torch to join your metal elements and gain confidence through guided practice, as well as how to build a bezel and set a cabochon stone. Finally choose techniques to patina and polish in which to finish your pieces. Leave this workshop with at least one piece of jewelry, as well as the basic building blocks to continue your metalsmithing journey!
Skill Level
Designed for beginners; no prior experience necessary.
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INSTRUCTOR
The first half of Susan Richter-O’Connell’s life was spent in pursuit of a career in dance, and the second is immersed in metalsmithing. Though seemingly very different art forms, she believes her first studio practice greatly informs her second. Susan is a nurturer by nature. In the classroom, she creates a safe environment in which she encourages taking creative risks, being vulnerable, and contributing to the group’s journey. Susan’s wisdom comes from predominantly being a self taught metalsmith, and believes in sharing with her students the mistakes that precede the successes!
