SUMMER WORKSHOPS IN JEWELRY AND METALSMITHING 2008
Jewelers and metalsmiths of all skill levels are invited to join us for a series of exciting and challenging two-day summer intensives at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. We will investigate a variety of techniques and processes, learn new ways to solve problems in metal, and explore our creative potential. Take all six or pick the ones that intrigue you most!

To view work made by students in the UWM Metals area, please visit:

METALS!08 Juried Student Exhibition
April 17 - May 7
Inova/Zelazo (The Mary L. Nohl Galleries)
Helene Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts,
2419 E. Kenwood Blvd. on the UWM campus
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, noon-5 pm
Opening reception: Thursday, April 17, 6:00 - 8:00 pm.

For further information:
Kelly Lahl
414.229.6054
beis@uwm.edu

Choose from the following below:
Workshop Schedule & Descriptions
Instructors
General Information
Fees & Registration

Workshop Schedule & Descriptions - top
Five Workshops in Jewelry and Metalsmithing

All workshops and open studios meet from 10 am-4 pm.

Although recommended levels are indicated for some workshops, workshops are open to all levels.

Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8
Introduction to Jewelry
Learn the fundamentals of jewelry making: sawing, piercing, filing, sanding and surface enrichment. Students will create a pair of earrings or a pendant. Recommended for beginners.

Saturday, June 21 & Sunday, June 22
Etching and Patination
Students will explore the process of etching to create patterns and images in metal. To enhance these etched metal surfaces, students will learn to use patinas to achieve unique colors and rich surface textures. Please bring high contrast black and white images to transfer. Students will create a series of brooches. Recommended prerequisite: Introduction to Jewelry Workshop.

Saturday, June 28 & Sunday, June 29
Introduction to Jewelry
Learn the fundamentals of jewelry making: sawing, piercing, filing, sanding and surface enrichment. Students will create a pair of earrings or a pendant. Recommended for beginners.

Saturday, July 12 & Sunday, July 13
Soldering
In this intensive silver soldering workshop, students will learn to sweat, pick and chip solder. After learning these basic techniques, students will fabricate a sterling silver ring.
Recommended prerequisite: lntroduction to Jewelry Workshop.

Saturday, July 26 & Sunday, July 27
Bezel Setting
Learn how to measure and make round bezels, square bezels with sharp corners, stepped bezels, and bezels for found objects such as shells or beach glass. Recommended prerequisite: lntroduction to Jewelry Workshop.

Open Studios
Saturday, August 2
Sunday, August 3
Two Open Studio sessions perfect for finishing a workshop project or making something new. Sign up for one or both! Prerequisite: lntroduction to Jewelry Workshop or equivalent.

Instructors - top
Jennifer Harris received her M.F.A. in Metals from the State University of New York-New Paltz and a B.F.A. in Jewelry/Metalsmithing and Industrial Design from the University of Michigan. She teaches Jewelry and Metalsmithing as well as 3D Design at UWM.

General Information - top
Location
Art Building Room 391, 2400 E. Kenwood Blvd. on the UWM campus.
Click here for a map of the campus

Parking
Available in the Union Parking Garage, 2200 E. Kenwood Blvd.; in the lot behind the Helene Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts, 2419 E. Kenwood Blvd.; or on the street (meters in effect). Click here for more information on parking at UWM.

Lunch
Available in the UWM Union and the surrounding neighborhood or bring your own.

Required Equipment
You must have a pair of safety glasses rated Z87+ to participate in any of the workshops. Safety glasses may be purchased at your local hardware store or Panther Bookstore, 3132 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53211, (414) 967-1111
Hours: Monday - Friday 9-5, Saturday 11-3, Sunday closed. http://www.pantherbookstore.net/ 

Panther Bookstore also carries other jewelry and metalsmithing supplies.

Fees & Registration - top
Fees
Workshops: $140 each.
Open Studios: $45 each.
Fee includes supplies and materials. All tools and equipment are provided.

Registration
Click here to download a registration form to fill out and return with payment. Registration is ongoing and workshops are filled on a first come, first served basis. Maximum capacity for each workshop is 16.

Cancellations and Refunds
A full refund is issued to program participants if we cancel a workshop for any reason. We issue a full refund, less a $15 processing fee, for any cancellations received prior to 10 days before the start of your workshop. No refunds are issued if registration is cancelled less then 10 days prior to the date of the workshop.