Forged Rings

Instructor: Michael David Sturlin

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Course Outline:

Forging is one of the oldest, most basic and effective metal forming techniques. An essential skill for goldsmiths and jewelry makers, forging is a transformative process employing simple tools and raw materials to create finished jewelry items directly in metal.

In this class, students use hammer, anvil and mandrel under the guidance of a master goldsmith to learn the principles of forging jewelry scale objects. Participants produce classic and creative rings in copper and fine silver and bring new skills as well as a new vocabulary of form and shape to their body of work.

In addition to the principles of forging, this course covers the processes of bending ,shaping, filing, forming, work hardening and annealing precious metals.

This class is for all levels. No prior jewelry or metalsmithing experience is required.

Skill Level: Beginner/All Levels

Prerequisite: None

Price: $ 320.00(HST), deposit or payment in advance required

Kit Fee: $55.00

Need to Bring: Goldsmither Hammer, 17mm Nylon Mallet. For this technique the correct magnification is also essential. Students should bring visual aid for clear vision at a distance of 7 inches from tip of the nose; typically reading glasses (300 to 350) or an optivisor type device (#5 lens). Instructor suggests that reading glasses are preferable for extended use.

This is a full day class, please bring a lunch. Coffee, tea, pop are provided.

To enroll in this class, please call 416.701.1373 or toll free 877.473.2323 (877.473.BEAD)

or email info@beadfx.com

Refund Policy: Due to the expense and the commitment required in bringing in a teacher from a distance, our refund policy for this class is as follows: Cancellations before Oct 1st - full refund. Cancellations after Oct 1st forfeit the deposit unless we can fill your spot. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Instructor Bio:

Michael David Sturlin's 40 year career as a studio jewelry artist, educator, industry consultant and award winning goldsmith includes recognition from the World Gold Council, the American Jewelry Design Council, and the Jewelers of America's JA NY New Designer Gallery. Michael's internationally acclaimed jewelry focusing on minimalism in precious metal  has been published in 75 magazine articles and is featured in the books MASTERS:GOLD and Crocheted Wire Jewelry.

Faculty member of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts, and a popular visiting guest artist and conference presenter, Michael devotes his time to sharing his expertise and insight with students at every level from beginners to accomplished professionals.

Faculty member of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts, and a popular visiting guest artist and conference presenter, Michael devotes his time to sharing his expertise and insight with students at every level from beginners to accomplished professionals.

Website link:
http://michaelsturlinstudio.com/
Studio Blog:
http://michaelsturlinstudio.ganoksin.com/blogs/