Extended Education — Jewelry / Metal Arts
Introduction to Jewelry Design
OAK 214
Instructor: Shabnam Bahmanian
Sat., 9 a.m.–noon, September 27–November 22
9 sessions. $275; $25 lab fee payable at registration; $30 materials fee payable to instructor at first session. Noncredit. Prerequisite: none
This course explores basic metalsmithing and jewelry processes. Students are introduced to various techniques for cutting metal, methods of joinery, soldering, forming, fabrication, and various means of surface treatment. Students may work with copper, brass, or sterling silver as they create jewelry or other small forms.
Tool kit deposit: each student is required to submit a check in the amount of $140, payable to CCA, at the first session. Checks will be returned to students on the last day of the course upon the return of tool kits. A materials list will be sent to registrants. Materials fee covers some copper, silver, and additional supplies.
