Join us in the studio to work on your own creations and have Kenzie available to answer questions and troubleshoot fabrication challenges!
Price is for 3 hours of independent studio time, with assistance (not instruction) from Kenzie.
Those who have taken Intro to Metalsmithing (or Metals 1 or equivalent) will have access to a flex-shaft, bench, our Intro to Metalsmithing tool box with tools, well-ventilated soldering station, rolling mill, vice, bracelet and ring mandrels, and hammers. You will be required to bring their own materials (i.e. metal, enamels, and consumables such as solder, saw blades, enameling supplies, etc.), KN95 or N95 mask for polishing metal, and hand tools beyond what is included in our student box.
Metal and materials can be ordered through Riogrande.com or Halsteadbead.com. Be sure to order at least 2 weeks in advance so your materials arrive on time.
Prerequisites: Metals 1 or equivalent
Duration: 3 hours, 9:00-12:00. If you show up after 9:00 or take breaks, fees will not be pro-rated.
Last day to cancel for full refund or to transfer is March 26, 2023. After that date, no refunds or transfers will be given. By signing up, you agree to our dress code (long pants, closed toe shoes, hair tied back if can be), and abiding by all safety procedures and instructions.
About the instructors:
Kenzie Nelson
Kenzie has been enveloped by art and art making her entire life and loves nothing more than connecting with others through the act of creating. After taking an introduction to metalsmithing class in her first year of college, she became infatuated with the medium. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Colorado State University and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a concentration in metalsmithing and jewelry making. She loves sharing her passion with others and has teaching experience ranging from K-12 art, museum education classes, as well as collegiate level metalsmithing courses.