• Introduction to Contemporary Jewelry Design

  • A pair of hands uses a metal tool and a wooden clamp to make jewelry.
  • Jewelry is one of the oldest types of archaeological artifacts. In most cultures, jewelry can be understood as a status symbol, for its material properties, its design, or the cultural symbols it contains. In modern society, contemporary jewelry serves as a unique form of self-expression and communication. In this course, students explore the possibilities of jewelry as a means of self-expression by making a riveted ring. They acquire knowledge about non-ferrous metal and basic fabrication techniques such as cutting, drilling, filing, riveting, and more (excluding heat work). They are introduced to the process of ring making from start to finish and are encouraged to think outside the box and to incorporate non-metal components into their design. Students make at least one finished riveted ring.

    Format: On-site

    Price: $690

    Jewelry supplies for the course are included in the tuition price and will be provided the first day. Please bring a sketchbook to class.

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