Intermediate Metalsmithing for Jewelry 1/2-1/16 – private group class
Salt City Smithery 44 West 3450 South, South Salt Lake, UT, United StatesAbout the Class For students ready to take the next steps after Metalsmithing I and II. Embark on a journey catered to students aspiring to further their skills in metalsmithing for jewelry. We will refine skills learned in previous classes as well as explore advanced techniques such as hollow forms and multiple stone settings. […]
Cowboy Toothpick, Sat 1/6
Salt City Smithery 44 West 3450 South, South Salt Lake, UT, United StatesAbout the Class What's a cowboy toothpick? Cowboys have had a long tradition of keeping a "toothpick" in their hats. They were used to clean their teeth and even to whittle away at pieces of wood. In this class you will create a pin that can be used in your hat or in your hair. […]
Intermediate Silversmithing, Mondays, 1/8-2/5/24, 6-9pm
Salt City Smithery 44 West 3450 South, South Salt Lake, UT, United StatesAbout the Class Have you ever wondered what comes next after Lifelong Learning’s Metalsmithing 1 and 2 classes? This is your chance to find out. We will explore advanced techniques including pick soldering, pronged settings, stone-on-stone mountings, and much more. We will also talk about the design process, keeping a sketchbook, and keeping track of […]
Intro to Enamels, Sat & Sun 1/20-21
Salt City Smithery 44 West 3450 South, South Salt Lake, UT, United StatesAbout the Class Enamel 101 - Day 1 (Sat 1/20/24) Objective: To get the student familiar with what enameling is, the tools needed to start, the metals used, and how to use sifters to create base layers and […]
Sand Casting, Saturday, 1/20/24, 10am-3pm
Salt City Smithery 44 West 3450 South, South Salt Lake, UT, United StatesAbout the Class Students will learn the traditional method of sand casting to quickly replicate shapes in metal. We will cast using ring molds but other molds will be discussed. We will practice casting stones in place and students who know how to bezel set stones may bring small stones to add to their rings […]
Enamels Guided Open Studio with Marianne
Salt City Smithery 44 West 3450 South, South Salt Lake, UT, United StatesWednesday, 6-9pm - 4th Wednesday of each month Jan thru Oct, 2024 This guided open studio gives students the opportunity to practice what they learned in Enamels 101 and work independently while still having access to Marianne's expertise. There will be no new instruction, but Marianne will be available to answer questions and give advice […]
Intro to Lapidary, Mondays 2/12-2/19, 6-9pm
Salt City Smithery 44 West 3450 South, South Salt Lake, UT, United StatesAbout the Class Learn how to use lapidary machines and saws to shape stones from slab to cabochons you can set in jewelry. You will learn how to saw stones into a rough shape and use the wheels to polish into a final piece. You will also learn about the basic types of stone, MOHs […]
Lost Wax Casting February 13 to March 5, 2024
Salt City Smithery 44 West 3450 South, South Salt Lake, UT, United StatesAbout the Class Learn the ancient craft of lost wax casting. In this class, we will learn to make a model out of wax, attach the model(s) to a casting flask, fill with investment, burn out and cast with bronze or silver. After casting, I will demonstrate how to finish the piece. Class is every […]
Intermediate Silversmithing – 5 week class – ends 3/25/2024
Salt City Smithery 44 West 3450 South, South Salt Lake, UT, United StatesAbout the Class Have you ever wondered what comes next after Lifelong Learning's Metalsmithing 1 and 2 classes? This is your chance to find out. we will explore advanced techniques including pick soldering, pronged settings with faceted stones, stone-on-stone settings and much more. In addition, you will have an opportunity to practice skills you […]
Intro to Wetpacking and Cloisonne, 3/16-3/17/24
Salt City Smithery 44 West 3450 South, South Salt Lake, UT, United StatesAbout the Class: Intro to Wetpacking and Cloisonne: Saturday and Sunday, March 16 & 17, 9am - 4:00pm. Note - there will be a half hour break for lunch. Objective: Learn how to apply wet enamels with a brush. Learn how to place cloisonne wires and how to create gradients. The students will learn how […]
Intro to Wetpacking and Cloisonne, 3/16-3/17/24
Salt City Smithery 44 West 3450 South, South Salt Lake, UT, United StatesAbout the Class: Intro to Wetpacking and Cloisonne: Saturday and Sunday, March 16 & 17, 9am - 4:00pm. Note - there will be a half hour break for lunch. (continuation of Saturday 3/16 class) Click here to register https://saltcitysmithery.com/class/intro-to-wetpacking-and-cloisonne-enamels-102-with-marianne-2/ Cancellations, Refunds, Missed Classes, and Pro-Rating Cancellation by Salt City Smithery: If a class must be […]
Nicole Ringgold Wasatch Botanicals April 25-29, 2024
Salt City Smithery 44 West 3450 South, South Salt Lake, UT, United StatesAbout the Class DESCRIPTION:This workshop is a 5-day intensive for beginning silversmiths. We will convene for 8 hours each day which includes a one hour break for lunch. DATES: 4/25-4/29/2024, 9AM-5PM Students will focus on how to use the torch to strategically melt sterling silver to create a variety of organic forms […]
