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 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.

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

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

If the scheduled time is bad for you contact instructor at jimcohenjudaica@gmail.com, or 505.629.9893 to determine a mutually compatible class date and time. Non-evening hours are available.

Materials fee, $40.00 (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.

Introduction to Forged Jewelry, 3 hours, $150