Classes & Workshops

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January 8 - March 25Taught by Brian Weissman & Adams PuryearIn this 12 week clayworking and metalsmithing course, students will learn how to build ceramic vessels and integrate metal as intentional design elements. While metal is often used in inventive […]
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January 23 - February 20Taught by MJ TysonIn this 5 session soldering intensive you will fully develop your understanding of how solder behaves, how to control heating, and how to troubleshoot problems before they arise. Creating various […]
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January 22 - March 18Taught by Erin S. DailyWhether by new introduction or looking to become more familiar, getting to know this time honored stone setting technique is a worthwhile effort. The bezel is everyone’s friend. Bezels are […]
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February 3 - March 23Taught by Sasha NixonIn this eight week course students will be introduced to the theory and practice of making mounts and the unique challenges of mounting jewelry. Classes will progress from initial design, […]
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February 5 - March 25Taught by Odette ChannellLearn basic metalsmithing skills and jewelry making techniques in this introductory 8 week class. Get to know the studio and become familiar with the tools and equipment in this hands-on course. […]
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January 21 - March 10Taught by Brian WeissmanLearn how to work with non-ferrous sheet metal to make hollow formed objects in this introductory class. Students will cover basic metalsmithing skills and techniques as related to silversmithing. Processes […]
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January 23 - March 12Taught by Oasa DuVerneyIn this drawing for jewelry design class we will look at historical visual language from ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics to isotypes and even contemporary emojis to develop our own visual language […]
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January 20 - March 9Taught by Brice GarrettThis class is sold out! If you would like to join the wait list, please email info@bkmetalworks. You might also consider taking one of the other Welcome to BKMW: Jewelry […]
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January 23 - March 12Taught by MJ TysonIn this 8 session introductory wax working class, you will learn to complete designs utilizing different wax carving and forming techniques. You will start by designing and carving a ring […]
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January 20 - March 9Taught by Brice GarrettThis 8-week class will explore attachments as a way of joining and securing. Students will build on their fabrication techniques using torches and cold-connections (without soldering). These various attachment methods […]
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February 2 - March 22Taught by Odette ChannellLearn basic metalsmithing skills and jewelry making techniques in this introductory 8 week class. Get to know the studio and become familiar with the tools and equipment in this hands-on course. […]
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October 17 - December 19Taught by MJ TysonThis eight week class will begin with the basics of linked chains, then move into an exploration of repetition and movement, and culminate with the design of an inventive necklace. […]
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October 17 - December 19Taught by MJ TysonIn this 8 session open level wax working class, you will learn to complete a set of designs utilizing different wax carving and forming techniques. You will start with carving […]
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REGISTRATION IS CURRENTLY CLOSEDTaught by Erin S. DailyGive shape to your designs by finessing wire in this 8 session metalsmithing course. From heavy gauge to very fine, learn how to draw down and forge wire into the […]
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REGISTRATION IS CURRENTLY CLOSEDTaught by Manuela Jimenez and MJ TysonCasting is a jewelry production technique often used to work in multiple and lower the costs of fabrication. This process is also a good way to introduce fine alloys into […]
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October 21 - December 16Taught by Brice GarrettThis class has sold out! Consider signing up for the Advanced Wax Carving Workshop with Sergey Jivetin. This course is an introduction to the various approaches to making bezels in […]
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October 22 - December 17Taught by Rebekah LaskinThis class takes an experimental approach to working with enamel on copper. Besides learning the basics of applying enamel to metal and proper firing, students in this course will explore […]
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October 16 - December 18Taught by Erin S. DailyGold is special. In this class you will gain a better understanding of how and why this metal is special. Gold has properties that allow it to be pushed and […]
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August 14 - October 2Taught by Erin S. DailyRefine your jewelry making skills in this 8 session goldsmithing course. You will learn about the various alloys and their solders, what to watch out for when heating and cooling, […]

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Registration is currently closedTaught by Brian WeissmanPlaying with ideas is as important and informative as getting to know your materials. One informs the other. In these courses we will explore the relationships between inspiration, design, and […]

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January 17-19Taught by MJ TysonThis 3 day workshop is an introduction to direct casting. Students will learn to make molds, melt, and pour silver in the BKMW studio, allowing for the quick translation of […]
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January 24-26Taught by Valentina CapriniImmerse yourself in the ancient jewelry technique of filigree and bring it into the present with this three-day workshop. Students will learn techniques for twisting and preparing filigree wires, weaving […]