Prices subject to change. Check site, www.Studio34Beads.com, or call for most current class information.
Studio 34 Beads, 34 Elton St, Rochester, NY 14607 - (585)737.5858 - studio34artists@aol.com -page last updated:02/ 03/ 2012.
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Bezel Set Ring In this all day intensive workshop, learn to saw, forge, solder, and set a semi-precious stone in a bezel setting. This is an opportunity to study with Liaung Chung Yen, internationally known metalsmith artist and experienced instructor. Liaung accepts 2-4 students per class for maximum teacher/student ratio. Complete and wear home a sterling ring with your choice of stones. Limit of 3 students. Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: Liaung Chung Yen Level: Beginner Cost*: $149 + 30 |
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Cold Connections Learn to create incredible jewelry designs from mixed metals (copper, bronze, steel, aluminum) without the use of a torch. This class is a great introduction to basic metalsmithing tools and techniques. Students cut, shape, texture and connect metal pieces to form a unique pendant or charm. All tools and materials provided. Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: Liaung-Chung Yen and Daniel Porter Stevens Level: Beginner Cost*: $89 + 14 |
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Domed Hollow Ring The main focus of this class is to make a ring by using simple hollow construction. The class will use basic metalsmithing techniques including sawing, piercing, banding and soldering, Prerequisite: must have taken soldering class -or- instructor's permission. Prerequisite: Soldering 101 Studio 34 Instructor: Level: Intermediate Cost*: $150 + 30 |
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Flex Shaft Mini Workshop Unlock the hidden potential in the flex shaft The flexible shaft machine is a versatile tool that is a trusted and valuable friend to jewelers. Learn to use the flex shaft to create a variety of textures, drill, cut, and polish.Students learn about and experiment with different types and shapes of steel burs, drill bits, silicone tips, diamond burs, buffs, and more Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: Daniel Porter Stevens Level: Cost*: $89 + 10 |
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Intro to Metalsmithing Basic metalsmith techniques including sawing, piercing, riveting and soldering. Class project involves layering metals and using positive and negative space in the design. Class size is limited to 3 students for maximum instructor/student ratio and individualized attention. Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: Daniel Porter Stevens and Liaung Chung-Yen Level: Beginner Cost*: $149 + 29 |
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Metal Series: Bracelet New Workshop Series Take your jewelry design to the next level in this comprehensive cold work class where you will learn to saw, pierce, stamp, measure, texture, patina and rivet. Combine different gauges of copper, red brass and bronze to design and fabricate a bracelet, Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: Liaung-Chung Yen Level: Cost*: $179 + 25 |
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Metals Stamped Charms and Pendants Stamp a significant date , quote, your child’s birth date or any significant words and dates onto metal. Design unique pendants and charms using basic tools. Students first learn to make their own blanks which means they can then create any shape , not just the store bought ones. Prerequisite: beginner level Studio 34 Instructor: Marilynne Lipshutz Level: Cost*: $50 + 18 |
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Metalsmith Basics In this class we will use the techniques of piercing and lamination, a type of soldering, to create a beautiful sterling pendant for you to wear home Techniques included in this class are sawing, piercing, filing, sweat soldering, pick soldering, making jump rings, and using a liver of sulfur patina. Students may bring a design to class or choose from one or two available in class. All experience levels are welcome (including no experience). Class size limit is 4 students. Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: Level: Cost*: $ + 15 |
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Metalsmith: Totally Textures New Class. Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: Julie Simancek Level: Cost*: $89 + 10 |
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Micro-Torch and Fusing Unsure of which torch to buy and what they are used for? Butane-fired Micro-torches ar,e perfect for making your own head pins, ear wires, for creating charms and clasps, fusing fine silver, and for torch firing PMC. Learn a lot about torches and why micro torches are so popular among jewelry artists. This is a hands-on class as well as demonstration and discussion. Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: Level: All Levels Cost*: $35 + 18 |
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Patina! Coloring Metals Monthly workshops for metalsmith, wire and metal clay artists. Topics include various patina techniques, torch firing, enamels, colored pencil, and more. Students sign up only for the workshops they are interested in and do not have to take them in any particular sequence. Workshops will be held in semester intervals. Some workshops will have a supply fee. Materials list will be sent upon registration. Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: Level: All Levels Cost*: $45 + 0 |
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Riveting Mini Workshop In this metalsmith mini workshop you will learn how to create metal connections without using a torch. You will learn how to make five kinds of rivets: standard rivet, tube rivet, spaced rivet, flush rivet, and swing rivet. (If you already have a riveting hammer, bring it with you to class, if you don't, one will be provided during class.) Prerequisite: (none) Studio 34 Instructor: Level: Cost*: $59 + 15 |
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Soldering 101 Do you want to securely attach findings to your metalwork or keep jump rings from pulling open? You can by taking your jewelry creation skills one step further with soldering. This is a techniques workshop that will help familiarize you with a jeweler’s torch and the techniques of soldering. Learn about different grades of solder and their uses. Prerequisite: Metalsmith Basics Class required Studio 34 Instructor: Daniel Porter Stevens and Liaung Chung Yen Level: Beginner Cost*: $99 + 12 |
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Steampunk Style Jewelry Multiple Part Class: Create meaningful jewelry and other objects by combining the past with the future in an aesthetically pleasing yet punkish way. Use materials from the past and parts from our modern technological society to make useful objects for our imagined future. Students are encouraged to bring an assortment of objects to incorporate into a Steampunk pendant or charm. Instructor provides supplies including antique brass watch parts. All tools provided. This three- session workshop is taught in the metals studio. No sandals or shorts, please. Prerequisite: none Studio 34 Instructor: Julie Simancek Level: All Levels Welcome Cost*: $99 + 20 |
*Prices subject to change. Check site, www.Studio34Beads.com, for most current class information.
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