Fine Silver Creations: Printing in Silver Metal Clay | 2 day workshop

JEWELLERY WITH PATRICE BAKER OF SILVERFISH STUDIOS

FRIDAY, APRIL 22, 2022  |  6:30 – 9:00 PM  AND SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 2022 from 10AM – 4 PM

Ages 16+  | MAX. 12

$150 + HST

Plus $90 kit fee payable to the instructor (day of workshop)

This introductory 2 session workshop in Fine Silver Metal Clay will astonish and delight you!

Silver Metal Clay feels like a dense, heavy clay, but is actually minute particles of silver mixed with water and a cellulose based binder.  Friday evening, we will explore all manner of textures, found objects, commercial materials, and plan our launch into using the malleable silver clay on day 2.

On the Saturday, we will create, refine and dry our silver, and during a later lunch break, the pieces will be fired at 1650 degrees F in Patrice’s travelling kiln. The remainder of the day will entail finishing details of the pieces, creating patina if desired, and adding components to make your unique wearable art pieces. 

You will be amazed at the compliments you will receive when you wear your art, AND, watch the look of disbelief when you say ‘I made this myself’!

Please note: there is a $90 kit fee to cover the cost of materials, payable by cash, e-transfer, visa or MasterCard to Patrice at the start of class.

• All materials included in the kit fee.
• Kit fit includes 25 grams of pure fine silver, a sterling chain and a pair of sterling ear wires. 
• Expect to make approximately 5-7 smaller pieces, or 3-5 larger pieces.

About the Instructor

Patrice is a maker and a collector, with a beautiful studio and workspace in Fergus ON.  She has had a long career as an educator, including many years teaching art, science and technology. She has also been an instructor in the Jewellery Program at Georgian College, as well as a repeat instructor and presenter in Milwaukee, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Maine Schools of Art. 

Repeatedly, participants in Patrice’s workshops remark on how thrilled they are to find their artistic voice, and how delighted they are to have made such beautiful and meaningful pieces of wearable  art.

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Health & Safety

To ensure the health and safety of staff and participants, daily cleaning and masking will be in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Participants will be asked to complete a COVID-19 Liability Waiver.

If classes are cancelled for any reason due to Public Health concerns, refunds will be given in full.

Questions?  Please contact us.