Instruction
Barbara has taught enameling workshops on the subjects of enameling and jewelry/metalsmithing techniques across the United States and abroad since the 1980. Her courses vary in length depending on the needs of the host venue and are suitable for those who are new to enameling and jewelry, as well as those who are more experienced. The focus of each class can be on the basics, use of opaque or transparent enamels and surface design, experimental enameling and enameling on three dimensional forms. The specific content of any class is fine tuned so it meets the particular needs of the students who will be attending the class.
Each workshop is designed to create a situation where students can learn, practice and excel in their enameling, jewelry making or metalworking skills. All instructional classes include hands-on working time so students can become proficient with the techniques they learn. Students are encouraged to make pieces that express their individual ideas and visions. The workshop provides a safe and satisfying place for students to learn, work and develop their skills with individual attention.
"During my workshops, students are able to learn new information and have time to complete projects or experiments with assistance while working with a community of artists and having some fun."
Workshops Barbara offers are focused on enameling and jewelry making techniques that are both process and project oriented. Time during class is balanced to allow for in-depth demonstrations of the techniques/methods being taught and plenty of time for students to actually work on the processes or projects.
"Over the years I have learned, perfected and developed many methods for enameling on copper to create a vibrant interesting surfaces, unlike any other, in jewelry and other types of objects. My methods for creating and setting enamels vary and include a wide variety of metalsmithing and jewelry making processes. I use formed metal; soldered, tabbed and riveted settings; and the integration of other gemstones and materials with the enamel piece to create a finished piece of jewelry. The classes I offer share this wealth of information, provide a solid foundation for the beginner and an in-depth review for the more experienced individual in both enameling and jewelry techniques."
"Enameling is currently enjoying an increased interest, but many are still very confused about how to use the enamels and what types of kilns, tools and supplies to order. My classes give students the opportunity to learn enameling techniques based on reliable information that removes all the mystery and will give confidence to those wishing to set up a home studio. Enameling is not hard. It does take practice. Application of logical principles makes enameling fun because the results can be repeated and predictable results can be achieved."
Barbara is available to travel to your location to teach. Workshops can be as short as two days and as long as two weeks. It is possible to schecule private classes, longer classes, classes focusing on a specific/requested subject matter and classes for your specific group. Please get in touch to determine the type of workshop you are interested in, the length of time and the subject matter.
Please contact Barbara for examples of class descriptions, other relevant particulars and your specific interests via email or phone (225)-929-6964
Each workshop is designed to create a situation where students can learn, practice and excel in their enameling, jewelry making or metalworking skills. All instructional classes include hands-on working time so students can become proficient with the techniques they learn. Students are encouraged to make pieces that express their individual ideas and visions. The workshop provides a safe and satisfying place for students to learn, work and develop their skills with individual attention.
"During my workshops, students are able to learn new information and have time to complete projects or experiments with assistance while working with a community of artists and having some fun."
Workshops Barbara offers are focused on enameling and jewelry making techniques that are both process and project oriented. Time during class is balanced to allow for in-depth demonstrations of the techniques/methods being taught and plenty of time for students to actually work on the processes or projects.
"Over the years I have learned, perfected and developed many methods for enameling on copper to create a vibrant interesting surfaces, unlike any other, in jewelry and other types of objects. My methods for creating and setting enamels vary and include a wide variety of metalsmithing and jewelry making processes. I use formed metal; soldered, tabbed and riveted settings; and the integration of other gemstones and materials with the enamel piece to create a finished piece of jewelry. The classes I offer share this wealth of information, provide a solid foundation for the beginner and an in-depth review for the more experienced individual in both enameling and jewelry techniques."
"Enameling is currently enjoying an increased interest, but many are still very confused about how to use the enamels and what types of kilns, tools and supplies to order. My classes give students the opportunity to learn enameling techniques based on reliable information that removes all the mystery and will give confidence to those wishing to set up a home studio. Enameling is not hard. It does take practice. Application of logical principles makes enameling fun because the results can be repeated and predictable results can be achieved."
Barbara is available to travel to your location to teach. Workshops can be as short as two days and as long as two weeks. It is possible to schecule private classes, longer classes, classes focusing on a specific/requested subject matter and classes for your specific group. Please get in touch to determine the type of workshop you are interested in, the length of time and the subject matter.
Please contact Barbara for examples of class descriptions, other relevant particulars and your specific interests via email or phone (225)-929-6964
