Learn how to metalsmith jewelry and enjoy the best of the Colorado outdoors all in one weekend! No prior experience needed! At the end of the two days, you will walk away with two pendants and two pairs of earrings, memories of hiking and kayaking/SUP in the Rocky Mountains, and making new friends! Our retreat is limited to 5 students.
Price includes *all* instruction, materials (including sterling silver, copper, and studio materials), tool use, meals as described below (gluten, dairy-free, vegetarian options will be available), and carpooling options. All you need to do is bring your positive, can-do attitude! We do ask that you participate both days so you get the most out of the experience. All participants will be required to sign a waiver and a photo/video release. (Lodging/transportation for out of town participants is not included).
Prerequisite: None
Here are the dates and location:
July 1 & 2
Sat. & Sun.: 609 S. Taylor Ave Suite D Louisville CO 80027
Daily schedule:
Saturday, July 1
7:45 am: meet at trailhead (TBD)
8:00-10:30 hike
11:30-1:00: lunch at Silver Peak Studio (provided)
1:00-5:00: Torch fired enamel class with Jen. Project: Pendant and earrings
5:00-630: Happy Hour at studio (provided)
Sunday, July 2
9:45: Meet at Boulder Reservoir (entrance fee included)
10:00-11:00: Kayak/SUP
11:15-12:15: Picnic lunch at Boulder Reservoir (provided)
1:00-5:00: Fusing Sterling Silver with Jen. Project: earrings and pendant
Check out our photos to see what you will be learning and making as well as a few photos from past land and water adventures. Questions? Please contact Jen today!
Last day to cancel for a full refund is June 23, 2023.
About our team:
Jen Lesea-Ames, owner of Silver Peak Studio:
A former personal fitness trainer and triathlete (B.S. Exercise Science, UC Davis and M.S. Kinesiology, CU-Boulder) with over 18 years of teaching experience, Jen retired from her fitness and coaching career after receiving a diagnosis of hip dysplasia and underwent two major hip surgeries. Wanting more of a challenge after stringing beads for three years, she studied metalsmithing at the Denver School of Metal Arts (now called Denver Jewelry Studio) from 2012-2016. She decided to go full-time with her jewelry business in 2014 and opened Silver Peak Studio in July 2020.
Her idea about starting the world's first Jewelry Adventure School Retreat came to her when she was in Hawaii and saw a lot of advertising for surfing and yoga retreats. She thought "why can't I do this in Colorado where I can combine my love for metalsmithing jewelry and Rocky Mountain adventures?"
Her fun and friendly nature is apparent in everything she does, whether its teaching metalsmithing, talking to art show patrons, or motivating people to try something new, like stand up paddleboarding!
A few of Jen's favorite things: cats, happy hour with friends, and trail running.