Jewelrymaking/Metalsmithing I

Catalog description

This introductory course, designed for the student with limited or no previous jewelry/metalsmithing experience, is a combination of applied design principles of an art class and metalsmithing/jewelry as an art medium. This course develops student design awareness and develops sound, step-by-step metals technique, design application, craftsmanship skills and expertise in the use of power equipment and hand tools related to art metal. Students become familiar with technical processes used by the professional jeweler and practicing artisan.