Metals 1 & 2

Metals 1 introduces students to the basic techniques necessary for the design and fabrication of jewelry.  This course is the foundation for further exploration in jewelry design and metalsmithing as a vehicle for self-expression. Focus is placed on basis bench techniques such as sawing, piercing, drilling, filing, soldering and polishing.  By the end of the course students will be able to apply basic jewelry fabrication techniques to complete projects.  They will acquire knowledge of materials for making jewelry, as well as small functional and non-functional objects. This course is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors who have completed the prerequisite course of Studio Art. 

Metals 2 further expands students basic bench techniques with an emphasis on design and construction.  Planning becomes an integral part of this class and students will work from sketch to physical construction.  By the end of the course student will have a small collection of designed jewelry pieces.

This course is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors who have completed the prerequisite course of Studio Art and Metals I.