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If you are a beginning or
intermediate artist who would like to learn or update your torch soldering
skills, this exciting class is for you.
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Fabricating metal
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Bezels
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Beads: lentils and others
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Reticulating
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Rings and other jewelry
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Several ways to solder
with a torch
Air/acetylene
Oxy/Propane
We'll also discuss such topics as which flux
to use when, cool bench tools and tricks, how to set up and get comfortable
with a torch, metal properties and how to exploit them, soldering surfaces,
metallurgy for the common artist, etc. The strength of
this is that a class can be really wide ranging. Come to my studio, play
with my toys, meet like-minded students and expect anything!
These lovely lentil beads were made by one class in
April of 2008
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Torch Technic
Instructor: Christine Cox
Track: 5.09
5/10/09 - 5/15/09
Price $750 +
$50 materials fee
Beginner to Intermediate
Intensive
prices include classes and materials only
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An etched copper lentil bead |
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Notes:
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Everything for all
projects is supplied by the instructor, but working with sterling
silver or similar upgrades will be extra (your choice).
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The most successful students are those who have fabricated metal before. No knowledge will be
assumed. Are you a beginner who is good with your hands and a fast
learner? Give me a call and we'll talk about whether this class is
for you. A certain amount of hand-strength is required in any metal
fabricating you do .
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Completely unique and unavailable anywhere but at the
Volcano Arts Studio.
What to Bring
(optional):
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Journal or pad for
notes
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Magnification (I
have a few OptiVISOR to loan out and we also sell them here)
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If you have
a respirator mask bring it
along (like painters use, available at hardware stores - filters
should be for aerosol particulates). Although a respirator mask
is highly recommended, don't feel that you need to buy one just for this class.
I have lots of paper masks that you can use for the week.
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I have plenty of
medium and large latex gloves. If you are allergic to latex or
have extra large or extra small hands, please bring several
pairs to use during the week.
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