Lapidary with Jewelry Designers Don and Cheryl Benson

Lapidary with Jewelry Designers Don
and Cheryl Benson
Monday/Thursday 4:00-6:00 p.m. September 23, 26, 30,
October 3
Class Fee: $95 ($90 Members) Ages 16-Adult

This class is designed to provide an experience few people will ever have an opportunity to try. Each participant will learn to cut, shape and polish a stone in preparation for creating a one-of-a-kind pendant. Next, students will design a silver setting for their stone. Open studio time will be available during the course. Bring your own stone or select from our supply. Don’t miss this opportunity to work with master jewelers.

Stunning in Silver with Cristine Grimm

Stunning in Silver with Cristine Grimm
Thursday 6:00-9:00 p.m. October 3
Class Fee: $65 ($60 Members) Ages 16-Adult

In this basics class come and join certified Art Clay instructor, Cristine Grimm, in exploring Art Clay, the clay that turns to 99.9% pure silver when fired. Start out small, making earrings or small pendants with basic techniques that can be used anywhere, anytime, without a kiln. Cristine is a master instructor who will bring all the tools and tricks necessary to create something you’ll enjoy wearing or adding to your next beading project. Cost includes silver clay, the use of all necessary tools, and a necklace, ear wires or jump ring for wearing your piece out the door.

Wire Wrapping Jewelry with Molly Wahr

Thursday, May 17, 5:30-9:00 p.m.

Class Fee: $65($60 Members)

Ages 18-Adult

We are excited to offer this jewelry making class at the
NCCA-Artsplace! If you are looking for an introduction
to an exquisite jewelry technique then wire wrapping
with Molly Wahr is the perfect class for you. Participants
will learn to use copper wire to wrap a cabochon. These
wrapped pieces become stunning pendants. Cabochons
provided. Bring reading glasses for detailed work if
needed.

Inspire Art for TEENS – June 19 – Silver Clay with Cristine Grimm

Tuesdays 3:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Class Fee $10 per class.

Ages 13-18

This series of classes is designed with busy teenagers in mind. Sign up for one class or attend each week for the whole summer! Let your creativity shine while learning new techniques for jewelry making, painting, glasswork and mixed media.

June 19 Silver Clay with Cristine Grimm
June 26 Painting with Renae Wallace
July 10 Mandala Style Shibori Dyed Sarong
July 17 Recycled Jewelry
July 24, 31 Mixed Media Painting with Madelon Gorsky (attend both days)
August 7 Photography with your Smartphone
August 14 Fused Glass Nightlight