Learning how to form metal using the hydraulic press opens new possibilities for your work! In this skills-focused class, you'll learn how to:

• Texture metal using the rolling mill.

• Create dimensional squares, diamonds, teardrops, and other shapes using pre-made silhouette dies in the hydraulic press.

• Cut your own silhouette dies out of cast acrylic.

• Cut metal shapes using pancake dies.

• Create high-relief forms with fine details using brass dies.

You can use the metal shapes that you textured and formed as is or enamel them at a later date.

Details

• Skill Level: Beginning to intermediate.

• We'll take a 30-minute lunch break, if you want to bring food or snacks. BARN has a refrigerator and microwave on the lower level. There are no close-by restaurants.

Prerequisites

To be able to complete the samples during this class, you must:

• Have completed the following classes at BARN or equivalent classes elsewhere:

• •  Introduction to Jewelry Skills

  •  Introduction to Jewelry Soldering

• Be able to: 

• • Cut metal using a jeweler's saw and a bench shear.

  • Anneal and file metal.

Materials

• A $45 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers all materials needed.

• You should bring:

• • A towel for drying your hands and metal.

  • A cotton apron.

  • Safety glasses and magnifying glasses (or wear ones available in the studio)

Class Policies

• Ages 14 and up are welcome.

• Wear closed-toe shoes and natural-fiber clothing.

• Do not wear loose or synthetic-fiber clothing, scarves, or ties.

• Do not wear dangling jewelry, such as necklaces and bracelets.

• Tie back beards. Tie back long hair in a bun.