From Raw To Refined
October 15 - 20, 2023
Anna Johnson · annajohnsonjewelry.com
Workshop at a glance
Bring out the beauty of overlooked materials through the lens of jewelry making.
Techniques
- Object setting
- Metal fabrication
- Creative problem solving
- Finishing techniques
- Making connections
Materials
- Found material
- Copper
- Silver
- Stones
Outcomes
- Multiple finished pieces
- Samples
- Creative problem solving skills
Artist Bio
Anna Johnson is a studio artist living in Asheville, North Carolina. Her work is exhibited internationally and appeared in numerous publications, including American Craft Magazine, Metalsmith Magazine, and CAST: Art and Objects. Johnson taught at Penland School of Craft, Haywood Community College, and Arrowmont.
Workshop Description
Messy, rough, unrestrained encounters can often bring about rewarding insight. This week, students will be encouraged to step outside their comfort zones through short, playful exercises involving unconventional materials that we will merge with traditional metalsmithing techniques throughout the course. Object setting, fabrication, making connections, soldering, and MacGyvering will be among the techniques we will cover to bring our raw creations into refined wearables. Expect to leave with multiple finished pieces, a fresh approach to materials, and a broadened skillset in metalsmithing. Open to all skill levels, basic knowledge in metal smithing is encouraged.
COURSE FEE: $690 · materials list
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