I try to be very flexible with class dates. These 2-day classes are only offered Monday-Friday. I will not have weekends available. Please send me an email and we can get your class scheduled! Students will come away with a basic foundation for: Basic Design Principles -Soldering -Bezel Forming -Sawing -Ring Fabrication and Sizing -Stone Setting (Turquoise) -Finishing Jewelry -Basic Website/Photography Principles and Marketing -the knowledgeable and resources to set up their own silver shop/bench. What to expect: A 1-on-1 private classroom setting. We will focus solely on building your skills during our 2 days of detailed, hands-on instruction. -Students will leave with the foundation they will need to begin a career in silversmithing at their own bench. No experience required. -Students must be able to stand or sit for 8 hours comfortably. All tools and materials are provided, students are encouraged to bring eye protection of their choice. • My step-by-step guide to basic silversmithing (design layout, soldering, sawing, stone setting, finishing techniques + more!)• Recommendations for textbooks, silver, and stone sources. Please email me with any questions! [email protected] The Location: My studio is located on Main Street in Miami, Texas - aka the sweetheart of the plains. Roberts County is rugged and beautiful, with the perfect mix of prairie land and cap rocks. There is a gas station, general store, and a bank in town. We do have a couple Air BNBs in town. I can send you those options if you would like to stay close by! Studio Address: 108 Main St. Miami, TX 79059 Classes will start at 9am and end around 3-4pm. We will stop for lunch, there are a few different options for food in town or you are welcome to bring your own! Places to stay: Canadian, TX - 24 miles Pampa, TX - 23 miles Best Airport: Amarillo, TX
