Midwest Metalsmiths Workshops

One Workshop prior to Covid shut down in 2020.

Fusing, Fabricating, and Granulating in Argentium

Ronda Coryell

March 5, 6, 7, & 8, 2020 (four days)

In this four-day class, explore the technology and techniques required to work with Argentium Sterling Silver. Master goldsmith and Certified Master Bench Jeweler, Ronda Coryell, will provide expert instruction and close up demos. Students learn the process of fusing both flat and three-dimensional forms. Demonstrations are followed by hands-on experience to create and finish four projects: two rings, a pendant, and Keum Boo earrings.

Earlier This Year Workshops

Stellar Workshops in 2019

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Get it Together - An Exploration of Unique Clasping and Closure Methods for Jewelers

October 2019 Workshop

Suzanne Williams

Website: suzannewilliamsjewelry.com

Suzanne Williams visited St. Louis in October for a three day workshop. The students had their hands full working their way through the six kits that would result in six jewelry closures. Each closure was different, very clever and an artful way to bring a necklace or bracelet together. The primary objective was to show how alternative clasps and closures can go beyond the out-of-sight, simple hook. It was an introduction for the students to make their closures a robust part of the overall design in their jewelry pieces.

New Twist in Fold Forming &

Acrylite Carving and Riveting Techniques

April 2019 Workshop

Nick Barnes

Website: nickgrantbarnes.com

Nick Barnes came to St. Louis for three days to present two workshops; New Twist on Fold Forming on April 6, 2019, and Acrylite Carving and Riveting Techniques on April 7 & 8, 2019 at Maryville University. All three days an enthusiastic group of students were rushing around applying their newly acquired techniques. So much information was presented that the students were saying they needed another day.

Moving Beyond the Box: Hollow Forms

January 2019 Workshop

Carla M Fox

Website: http://www.carlamfox.com/

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In January Carla M Fox led a sold-out workshop at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville for Midwest Metalsmiths. It was fast-paced and information and skill filled experience for all the members. Midwest Metalsmiths were also delighted to scholarship in two SIUE Masters candidates in the workshop. Scroll through the slider to see all fourteen photos of the workshop.