Liberty Arts

Introduction to Forged Jewelry, 3 hours, $150.00

One of America’s great sculptors, Alexander Calder, made jewelry using little more than wire, a hammer and pliers. This class will introduce students to some of the techniques he used. Through this fast paced class students will learn some of the basics of forging: directional forming, “flip” earrings, and the fibula, a one-piece of metal pin - the original safety pin.

Students will work in copper, brass wire, and sterling silver wire and french hooks for flip earrings.

Class is limited to two students. Instruction will be by the discuss, demo, do methodology. Classes are conducted in an air conditioned/heated classroom.

If the scheduled time is not good for you contact Jim either by email, jimcohenjudaica@gmail.com, or phone 505.629.9893 and he’ll work with you to find a new time slot

Materials fee, $50.00 (paid directly to the instructor). Additional sterling silver wire will be available for purchase for those ready to make a show piece as a gift for a friend or themselves.