Metal Jewelry Experiments, Investigations, & Explorations in Metal
Basic Metalsmithing What is Metalsmithing? We define Metalsmithing as "creating jewelry through the manipulation of various metals." In the next few weeks you will learn metalsmithing techniques while creating your own metal jewelry by forming and shaping it in various ways
Tools For Sawing: Sawframe Bench pin with V-slot, to clamp onto your table Sawblades Beeswax for lubricating saw blade
Tools For Sanding and Filing Sandpaper: black wet/dry sandpaper Grits: 220, 320, 400, 600 Files
Tools Pliers, Hand tools: Needle nose pliers (aka chain nose) Round-round nose pliers Flat nose pliers Raw Hide Mallet Ball pien hammer
Tools Flex Shaft Machine Mandrels, grinding and polishing wheels
Safety is IMPORTANT! Let us review some safety rules While working with metals…
Safety in the Studio You are RESPONSIBLE for your safety Tie your hair back if it is long NO loose clothing (sleeves that dangle) NO hanging jewelry (long necklaces) If an injury occurs… First aid in the classroom for minor cuts Escorted to nurse for emergency
Safety in the Studio Mindfulness means being aware of all that is around you, or paying attention to detail at all times. It’s when we let our minds wander that safety considerations tend to drop by the wayside. The best way to work safely is to simply pay attention to what you are doing!
Safety in the Studio Protect Your Body Eyes - As an artist, your eyes are your most important asset. Protecting them should always be your top priority Lungs - What we breathe can affect our health, both in the short term and the long run. Skin- Your skin is actually the largest organ in your body, cover it with an apron and pay attention at all times.
Goggles or glasses to protect your EYES Finishing POWER TOOLS
Face Masks to Protect your Lungs Finishing POWER TOOLS
Ventilation is another important component Finishing POWER TOOLS
Safety in the Studio NO GLOVES when using power tools
Shaping Metal
Stamping/Engraving Metal surface treatments
Etching Metal surface treatments
Adding Patinas surface treatments
Piercing Metal
Dapping Metal
Let’s Get Started