Childrens / Adults Metal smithing - copper Ring making workshop
Childrens / Adults Metal smithing - copper Ring making workshop
. FRIDAY JANURARY 10TH
10AM-2PM
Metal smithing Copper Ring making the design from scratch, advancing on skills to use sizing with the solder flame , texturing hammers and tools, using petinas for colouring , polishing tools and learning silversmith techniques, learning about the process and equipment as you go.
Fully guided by professional metal/ silver smith
Children’s Intro to Metal Smithing/ silversmithing is an Open Making Workshop for children to learn this incredible skill to open up a world of possibility for future career options or simply have a bit of fun learning a new skill. Parents are most welcome to join in themselves with a paying ticket or stay to help their children free of charge- UNDER 10'S will need a parent to stay unless already approved prior - if unsure please contact us here
Under the guide of professional Silversmith Jemica Ostrofski, learn how to design and fabricate texture, create, jewellery using recycled metals and pure silver.
The workshops will run for 4 hours each and students can make up to 4 rings each with an additional $10 per ring after that.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
• Sheets / metals necessary for the class of recycled Aluminium, brass, copper
• Findings to turn your creations into jewellery / wearable art
• Use of an Apron during the workshop
Light snacks and cordial/ water offered - please byo lunch or feel free to order from cafe up stairs
Fully guided and instruction from a professional
Gift box to store your creations to take home
WHAT TO BRING/WEAR
• All necessary tools and materials will be provided on the day
• Enclosed shoes
• No loose items of clothing (as they may get caught in equipment)
• Hair tied back
CONDITIONS
This workshop is designed for children aged 8 years to 17 years, and adults * children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult
unless prior arrangement has been made with studio host at groundedvillagestuido@gmail.com
There is a minimum of 6 and maximum or 8 participants for this workshop to go ahead- if the workshop does not go ahead you will be refunded or a rescedule may be offered.
A wonderful eye opening experience for children to explore a worlds of creative futures and what a career in metal smithing/ silversmithing may look like.
We will offer a NEW and exciting future program once the metal smithing has taken place- we endeavour to show kids/ adults alike the wonderful opportunities that exist in this wonderful skill.
GIFT VOUCHERS WELCOME!