August 26, 2019 By

INSPIRE – Classes for Teens – Glass Bead Making

INSPIRE – Classes for Teens
Tuesdays/Thursdays 3:45-5:15 p.m. Ages 12-18
Class Fee $10 These classes are funded in part by a grant from
the FACF Youth Advisory Committee.

These exciting and exploratory art classes are designed
to give middle and high school students a chance to learn
about art styles and mediums they might not get in a
classroom. All materials provided.

October 22 – Glass Bead Making

Using Italian glass rods and hot head torches students
will create 2-3 unique glass beads to fit a leather bracelet,
necklace or earrings.

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August 22, 2019 By

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.

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August 22, 2019 By

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.

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May 8, 2019 By

INSPIRE Art for TEENS: Glass Bead Making

INSPIRE Art for TEENS: Glass Bead Making

Students will create one of a kind glass beads using Moretti Italian glass rods, Hothead gas torches, mandrels, stringers, frit and more! Finished beads will be hung on a pendant and added to a necklace.

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May 8, 2019 By

INSPIRE Art for TEENS: Silver Clay with Cristine Grimm

INSPIRE Art for TEENS: Silver Clay with Cristine Grimm

Cristine Grim will teach students the process of using silver clay, texture tools, and torch firing to create a silver pendant. This has been a popular program!

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May 8, 2019 By

Jewelers Bench: Acid Etched Copper Cuff Bracelet with Casey Bemis

Jewelers Bench:
Acid Etched Copper Cuff Bracelet
with Casey Bemis
Saturday 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. June 15
Class Fee: $35 ($30 members) Ages 16-Adult

Participants will learn the creative technique of metal etching in this one day jewelry class with Casey Bemis. Designing, blocking and masking with enamel, acid etching, patina application and hammering will all be part of this hands on art adventure Students will break for lunch while the copper is etching. Pack a lunch or take a brief walk to Mixed Media Painting one of our local restaurants.

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June 26, 2018 By

Wire Wrapping Jewelry with Molly Wahr

Thursday, August 23, 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, if needed, for detailed work

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December 29, 2017 By

**FULL, Waitlist Available**Lapidary with Jewelry Designers Don and Cheryl Benson

Tuesday/Thursday 4:00-6:00 p.m.
February 20, 22, 27, March 1
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.

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December 29, 2017 By

Stunning in Silver with Cristine Grimm – Basic Silver Clay Class

Monday 6:00-9:00 p.m. March 26
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 and jump ring for wearing out the door.

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October 23, 2017 By

Etched Cuff Bracelet with Rivets with Casey Bemis November 27, December 4

Monday 6:00-8:00 p.m. November 27, December 4
Class Fee: $60 ($55 Members) Ages 16-Adult
In this class, jewelry artist, Casey Bemis, will introduce students to the process of design etching, adding patina and using a cold connection as it applies to creating a cuff style bracelet from copper or brass. Take advantage of this opportunity to experience a stunning jewelry making technique.

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