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Introduction to Bronze Metal Clay

Get a successful start in the medium of precious metal clay in this introduction to basic information and techniques.

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Introduction to Bronze Metal Clay

Introduction to Bronze Metal Clay

Get a successful start in the medium of precious metal clay in this introduction to basic information and techniques.

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Precious metal clay is a crafting medium of very small particles of precious metals like bronze, silver, gold, or copper along with an organic binder and water. Developed in Japan in 1990, it can be shaped like any soft clay.

Playing with this clay is like revisiting childhood joys! Working with bronze clay, which is considerably less expensive than the silver varieties, allows you to experiment freely, learn many techniques, and create a number of unique pieces.

In the first session, you'll be introduced to the medium and procedures for success along with associated tools and ideas for creative motivation. Due to the extensive firing schedule, all pieces will be fired off campus.

The second session will focus on analysis of fired pieces, finishing techniques, and continued play!

Details

  • A $35 materials fee, included in the cost of this class, covers all the materials you'll need. 
  • You should bring glasses/magnifiers, your imagination, a sense of adventure, and coffee!

Class Policies

Ages 14 and up are welcome.

Instructor
Chris Eisenberg

Chris discovered beading while recovering from an accident and the resulting traumatic brain injury. Beading was her therapy and she credits it for helping her become whole again. Chris has a doctorate in classical piano performance from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colo., and is a performance coach and collaborator at Central Washington University. She has previously taught workshops at the Autumn Artist Retreat and at Iron Mountain Arts near Port Gamble.

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