Master the basics of copper electroforming, an incredibly versatile technique. Learn the technique to augment work in any media (e.g., metal arts, glass arts, collage, et cetera). The workshop requires no background in electricity or chemistry and is suitable for beginners.
June 28, 2023 from 6:30 – 9 PDT: 1.5 hour Zoom meeting covering essentials of electroforming and information you’ll need for the in-person session. Options and instructions for item prep will be covered in the Zoom session. Seal the organic items you will electroform before the in-person session.
July 8, 2023 from 10 – 5 PDT: Hands on electroforming workshop at Patty’s studio near Summit Rd, Los Gatos, CA. Create 2-3 designs of your choice. Troubleshooting, tank maintenance and much more will be taught. You will learn how to make bails and add embellishments such as gemstones. The electroforming process takes 24 hours and arrangements need to be made to pick up the finished pieces.
Prerequisites: Access to Zoom meetings via phone, tablet or computer Workshop participants must be current MBMAG members
Instructor supplies all tools and materials except those listed below for students to bring. (No kit fee.)
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: noon PDT on Wednesday June 14, 2023
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CANCELLATION POLICY
In the event we have to cancel a workshop, you will be notified prior to the start date and will be issued a full refund.
Cancellations more than 4 weeks prior to the workshop are refundable less a 6% service fee.
Cancellations more than 2 weeks prior to the workshop are refundable less a 15% service fee.
Cancellations two weeks or less prior to the workshop are not refundable unless there is a wait list for the class and the seat is filled.
June 23 – 25, 2023, 10 am – 5 pm daily In person Fri – Sun @ Creator Haven in Watsonville, CA
The 3 day in-person workshop taught by guild member Darci Shea Bogdan will focus on guided instruction through the cloisonné enamel process with the addition of optional mason stain and painting enamel application. The theme of the workshop will be Avifauna and Flora, also known as birds and flowers, inspiring the students to use the techniques learned to create aesthetic textures such as feathers, skin, tonal gradients, and more.
3 day workshop $375 per person covers all 3 days $75 kit fee paid to instructor on 1st day of workshop Maximum 10 students
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Enamel and Mason Stain Necklace by Darci Shea Bogdan
Avifauna and Flora WorkshopDescription
Students will be introduced to the classical techniques of cloisonné enamel. Through guided demos and instruction students will learn safety protocols and procedures, basic silver wire bending techniques, and proper tool and kiln use. Students will then be taught enamel washing and disposal, enamel application, optional mason stain and painting enamel application, and final grinding and finishing. Once all students are finished with their pieces, they will participate in a group critique/show and tell.
Designs Due Before Workshop
Students will be required to have 3 designs ready before the class that they will email Darci Shea for pre-approval, one of which will be the final class project. These designs should be emailed to me at the instructor no later than 5 days before the workshop. If students do not want to design their own piece, they may follow the guided design by Darci Shea with the express understanding that they may NOT sell the piece as their own.
Prerequisites: – Basic metalsmithing skills are required – Workshop participants must be current MBMAG members
Kit Fee: A kit fee of $75 is due the first day of class and payable directly to the instructor. Use of tools is included. The $75 kit includes the materials for creating pieces in the workshop.
Please review our COVID-19 guidelines for in-person students: For the health and safety our staff and students, students are required to be fully vaccinated and boosted. Masks are optional unless you are, or suspect you are, sick in which case you must wear a mask at all times. You will be required to sign Creator Haven’s liability and vaccination certification forms.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the event we have to cancel a workshop, you will be notified prior to the start date and will be issued a full refund.
Cancellations more than 4 weeks prior to the workshop are refundable less a 6% service fee.
Cancellations more than 2 weeks prior to the workshop are refundable less a 15% service fee.
Cancellations two weeks or less prior to the workshop are not refundable unless there is a wait list for the class and the seat is filled.
By clicking on the “Buy Now” button and by paying the registration fee, you are agreeing to this cancellation policy.
Guild members are offered seats in the workshop before the dates are announced to the public. Anyone anywhere in the world can join the guild now.
About DARCI SHEA BOGDAN
Darci Shea is an artist and cloisonné enamelist who focuses on creating work that mirrors the majesty and magic of the natural world. With over a decade of maritime experience as a USCG licensed captain and 15 years as a professional illustrator and jewelry designer, Darci Shea has married her two passions to create work that focuses on wildlife, nature, and storytelling.
The 4 day workshop taught by guild member Jeanie Pratt has been filled. Click below to add your name to the Waiting List
April 21 – April 24, 2022, 10 am – 6 pm daily @ Creator Haven in Watsonville, CA
4 day workshop $450 per person covers all 4 days + $70 kit fee paid to instructor on 1st day of workshop Maximum 7 students
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Create pieces of patterned woven metal for adding a special touch to your jewelry designs. Jeanie Pratt will teach you how to weave small sheets of metal from flattened wire in this 4 day workshop. You will be introduced to a variety of different patterns that can be achieved with weave structures that range from a simple over under plain weave to beautiful flowing undulating twill designs.
There are so many fun ways to achieve different effects in weaving, including the weave pattern itself, combining different metals for contrast and varying the widths of the wire used in the weave structure. Students have the opportunity to create a variety of samples.
You’ll learn a variety of weave methods and patterns, how to prepare your metal for weaving, how to set up a metal weaving loom and how to design your own woven patterns. You’ll also learn to form woven metal in a hydraulic press and, to solder the edges of your weaving. We’ll discuss how to incorporate your weaving samples into brooches, pendants, earrings and beads.
Prerequisites: – Basic metalsmithing skills are required – Workshop participants must be current MBMAG members
Kit Fee: A kit fee of $70 is due the first day of class and payable to the instructor. Use of tools is included. The $70 kit includes the materials to get started, as well as a 30+ page handout covering the workshop, resources and inspiration for future weaving.
Please review our COVID-19 guidelines for in-person students. For the health and safety our staff and students, students are required to be fully vaccinated and boosted and to wear masks in the studio. You will be required to sign Creator Haven’s liability and vaccination certification forms.
Cancellation Policy
In the event we have to cancel a class, you will be notified prior to the start date and will be issued a full refund.
Cancellations more than two weeks prior to class are refundable less a 5% service fee. Cancellations two weeks or less prior to class are not refundable unless there is a wait list for the class and the seat is filled.
By clicking on the “Buy Now” button and by paying the registration fee, you are agreeing to this cancellation policy.
Dear Workshop Participants, You will receive a Kit which includes ample amounts of copper wire, 10” each of a variety of gauges of flattened sterling silver wire, the “stuff” you need to set up a simple “loom” to weave your wire and an extensive handout with instructions and weave patterns. In addition, there will be soldering supplies available for use. These have been included in the $70.00 kit fee. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Jeanie
About Jeanie Pratt
Jeanie Pratt works as studio artist on the Central Coast of California. She has been a fiber artist since learning to weave in the San Francisco Bay Area in the early 1970’s and more recently has exchanged wire for yarn as the “fiber” of choice. Her metals education can be described as self-directed as she has sought out workshops and classes with a number of distinguished instructors. She has exhibited nationally in galleries, museums and shows. She currently shows at Mobilia Gallery in Cambridge, MA. You can learn more about Jeanie on her website www.jeaniepratt.net.
Ornament Magazine featuring artist member Jeanie Pratt. Cover photo: MBMAG member Carol Holaday
Jeanie Pratt wearing one of her woven and enameled metal creations
Many of the photos of Jeanie’s work in Ornament Magazine were photographed locally with the expert eye of member Carol Holaday. Visit Carol’s member gallery to see photographs of her metal art.
NOTE: Guild members are offered seats in the workshop before the dates are announced to the public. Anyone anywhere in the world can join the guild now.
TOOL & SUPPLY LIST
FOR DESIGNS IN WOVEN METAL WORKSHOP WITH JEANIE PRATT
ARTIST SUPPLIED TOOLS
· Fine brush for applying anti-flux · Ultra-fine tipped Sharpies in 2 colors (such as black and red) · Mechanical pencil with .5 mm lead · Eraser · Patience · Sense of humor
SHARED ITEMS AVAILABLE TO USE AT CREATOR HAVEN BRING YOUR OWN IF YOU WISH
· Soldering pick, brush and tweezers · Acetone · Scotch Permanent Double-Sided Tape · Needle nose pliers · Wire cutters · Shears or cheap scissors for cutting thin metal sheet (I like the Joyce Chen Original Unlimited Scissors) · Digital calipers or wire gauge · Toothpicks · Q-tips
OPTIONAL TOOLS & SUPPLIES
· Optivisor · Honeycomb soldering block (at least 3” x 3”) Rio Item # 502005 · Magnesia Soldering Block 6″ X 3″ X 1.5″ (available at Amazon.com and some jewelry supply stores) · Leather gloves (for holding wire while flattening) · Nylon jawed pliers (for straightening wire) · Simple 1” to 2” hydraulic press acrylic dies (if you want to puff and solder your woven sheet after weaving—some will be available in class to use)
Jeanie said “I am thrilled with the article about my life and my work, along with the cover and an Artist Showcase!“
We in the Monterey Bay Metal Arts Guild are thrilled for member Jeanie Pratt! The cover article features her work, tells about her life and is a great read.
The guild and Jeanie are in the process of picking dates for her to teach “Designs in Metal Weaving” as a guild sponsored workshop in early 2022.
Many of the photos of Jeanie’s work were photographed locally with the expert eye of member Carol Holaday. Visit Carol’s member gallery to see photographs of her metal art.
Visit our Workshops page to check for dates for Jeanie’s upcoming workshop, or sign up for the mailing list to be one of the first to register for the workshop. Guild members are offered seats in the workshop before the dates are announced to the public. Anyone anywhere in the world can join now.
Join Our Current and Historical Record of Member Artists
Section of the original Links Project
In ~ 2003, MBMAG asked each of the members to create and donate a small piece of artwork that would reflect their skills and aesthetic. The piece would have a means to connect it on both ends and once linked together would become one chain of unique works.
In 2015, the guild began a new “Links Project” which demonstrated each of our member’s style and personality.
The new chain of links is exhibited, along with the original chain, at our exhibits and events where appropriate.
Contribute a Link
We invite all members to make a link that meets the following parameters – The individual piece should range be a minimum size of 1 x 1 x 1″ HLD* – The individual piece must not exceed to 1.5 x 2 x 1″ HLD* – The piece must be link-able on both ends – The piece must reflect your unique style
*HLD = Height x Length x Depth where Length is the measurement between the link-able end rings
Send an email if you have more questions, or are ready to donate your link.
Many of us see a piece or jewelry we like and want to bring it home with us; Jeanie has done exactly that and supported many artists from all stages of their careers. As a maker herself, Jeanie brings a unique set of eyes to the idea of developing a jewelry collection- come hear her story and get inspired to start your own collection! If you are unable to attend the live talk, you will receive a link to watch the recording after!
