Chasing & Repousse is expanding to encompass Metal Forming techniques. Forming means shaping metal. There are several techniques under the metal forming umbrella including fold forming, sinking, forming, raising, chasing & repousse. These techniques allow the silversmith to create 3-dimensional metal pieces that flow dynamically into naturalistic forms, like leaves, shells, spirals & more. Forming creates strong, lightweight forms using thin metal which translates well for jewelry application.
Syllabus coming soon. Check back, or ask at a monthly meeting.
The copper for each project is supplied, cut to the dimensions needed. If you want extra copper for your own use, bring 22 ga. copper. The cuff bracelet (taught by Don Whitney) and Flower Forms will be scheduled as their own classes.
Hammers · bring them if you have them
Hammer faces should be dressed with rounded edges. If you don't have these, the club has a selection of dressed hammers. Don't worry about dressing hammers; we'll talk about it in lab.
Hand tools · bring them if you have them
Other items · bring them if you have them
None required.
Before you come: We'll show you how to saw. It helps to already know how to anneal copper and use pliers, a jeweler's saw, files and abrasive papers.
Members enroll online. Building time is $5/hour, payable by card or with Arlie Bucks (1 Buck/hour), plus any materials fee, paid by card. Life members don't pay the building fee.
