Jewelry Classes at Meadowbrook Arts studio!
We have just added classes for 2007! Come join Mary at her home studio for a very personal art jewelry experience. Classes are limited to two participants per class to provide a very hands on experience and more one-on-one time with the instructor.
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mailing list to be notified of future classes or send an email to be included on our list in the event of a cancellation. We always give our mailing list participants first shot at the class dates. And believe me, they fill up fast and have ALWAYS had a waiting list.
Metal Jewelry 101:
This one day class provides instruction in the fundamental techniques needed to cold fabricate metal jewelry. You will complete at least one jewelry piece while you learn how to cut, saw, pierce, bend, form, hammer, file, sand, polish, and finish copper, brass or sterling silver. No experience is necessary for this class. Tools & supplies will be covered and a basic list will be provided to take home so the participants can further pursue jewelry as a hobby or more professionally.
Instructor: Mary A. McCunn
Level: Beginner Child 16+ to AdultsClass size: Limit 2*Length: 9-5 pm "day class"Tuition: $100Materials: $20 per personTotal cost: $120 per person
Date & Time:
May 20, 2007
Sunday Full
June 9, 2007
Saturday Full
July 22, 2007
Sunday 2 slots available
August 4, 2007
Saturday Full
September 16, 2007
Sunday 2 slots available
Registration deadline: One month prior to class dates (i.e. April 20 for May 20 class)
Silver Solder 101:In this one day class you will learn to solder silver. After you learn the basics about the tools, materials and equipment, you will have hands on torch soldering time and will design and complete at least one jewelry piece with a bezel cup and semi-precious cabochon stone. Prerequisite required: Metal Jewelry 101, Earring 101 or prior class knowledge of techniques or skills included Metal Jewelry 101
Level: Beginner 18+ to AdultsClass size: Limit 2*Length: 9-5 pm "day class"Tuition: $125Materials: $30 per personTotal cost: $155 per person
Date & Time:
May 19, 2007
Saturday Full
July 21, 2007
Saturday Full
August 5, 2007
Sunday 2 slots available
Registration deadline: One month prior to class dates (i.e. April 19 for May 19 class)
Brazing 101:
This one day class is similar to soldering, but instead you will learn the techniques to brazing copper and brass. Learn about flux, tools, materials and equipment. You will form a necklace piece out of copper and brass and learn how to forge and heat form brass. Torch time will be provided. Prerequisite required: Metal Jewelry 101, Earring 101 or prior class knowledge of technique or skills included Metal Jewelry 101
Level: Beginner 18+ to AdultsClass size: Limit 2*Length: 9-5 pm "day class"Tuition: $125Materials: $30 per personTotal cost: $155 per person
Date & Time:
June 10, 2007
Sunday 2 slots available
September 15, 2007
Saturday Full
Registration deadline: One month prior to class dates (i.e. May 10 for Jun 10 class)
Kids Beginner Class - Homeschoolers:Are you a homeschooling parent who wants to give your child some extra art to add to their curriculum? Depending on age and gender of the participants, two to three projects will be performed. Kids will learn about sculptures where they will make and paint a small abstract plaster sculpture. Another project would be learning about metals and how they are used in sculptures and jewelry in the past and present. They will be supervised using hand tools to make a metal pendant, earrings, bookmarker and/or small metal sculpture.
Level: Elementary Grades 1 - 5Class size: Limit 2*Length: 9-11 am 3 sessionsTuition: $100Materials: $20 per personTotal cost: $120 per person
Date & Time:
Oct 15, 22, 29
Mondays 2 slots available
or
Level: Middleschool Grades 6 - 8Class size: Limit 2*Length: 9-11 am 3 sessionsTuition: $100Materials: $20 per personTotal cost: $120 per person
Date & Time:
Oct 17, 24, 31
Wednesdays 2 slots available
Registration deadline: One month prior to class dates (i.e. Sep 15 for Oct 15 class)
Adult Hobby Beginner Evening Class (2 sessions):
This two session evening class provides instruction in the fundamental techniques needed to cold fabricate metal jewelry. You will complete at least one jewelry piece while you learn how to cut, saw, pierce, bend, form, hammer, file, sand, polish, and finish copper, brass or sterling silver. No experience is necessary for this class. Tools & supplies will be covered and a basic list will be provided to take home so the participants can further pursue jewelry as a hobby.
Level: Beginner Child 16+ to AdultsClass size: Limit 2*Length: 5:30 - 8:30 pm eveningTuition: $100Materials: $20 per personTotal cost: $120 per person
Date & Time:
Nov 5 & 19
Mondays 2 slots available
or
Level: Beginner Child 16+ to AdultsClass size: Limit 2*Length: 5:30 - 8:30 pm eveningTuition: $100Materials: $20 per personTotal cost: $120 per person
Date & Time:
Nov 7 & 14
Wednesdays 2 slots available
Registration deadline: One month prior to class dates (i.e. April 20 for May 20 class)
The materials fee is for basic materials needed in class and for wear and tear on tools. Participants have access to hand tools & power tools at Meadowbrook Arts. Feel free to bring whatever favorite jewelry supplies you already own (i.e. pliers, beads, wires).
We also recommend that you bring the following items:
hair accessory (pony tail holder, hat or bandana, etc.)
sketch book & pencil
zip lock baggie, craft box or your own favorite beads & container
brown bag lunch (we have a microwave!) & drink or lunch money
1 hour break for lunch - pack a lunch if you don't feel like driving out
Because we pride ourselves in your safety and want to make sure we have a fun time without accidents, there are a few safety tips we would like to pass on to make sure you are prepared. You may want to consider bringing an apron made of cotton to protect yourself or your clothing. Because long hair and loose jewelry items can get caught in some machinery, you should bring a pony tail holder or hat to pull back your hair at certain times. Loose jewelry (chain bracelets & long necklaces) as well as loose ties on shirts and scarves can get caught in machinery. If you wear them, you should remove them during class. Eyewear will also be provided.
You will be provided with a mailing before the class of pertinent information! Please read it thoroughly because it contains a liability waiver that you will be required to sign to participate in our class!
REGISTER FOR YOUR CLASS TODAY!
Complete the registration form below and return it with your registration & materials class fee (payable to Meadowbrook Arts or Mary A. McCunn) by check, visa or mc. If you want to ensure your spot in the class, register early since space is limited and on a first-come first-serve basis! Class fees due to cancellations on your part 14 days prior to the class are NOT REFUNDED for any reason!
Classes are filled on a first come, first served basis!
Register early to avoid disappointment.
Your place is held only upon receipt of payment in full.
Please call (301) 729-3750 with questions or to check availability or e-mail Mary at
mary@meadowbrookarts.com for specifics pertaining to the class.
Class Registration Information Form (MS Word document)
