METALSMITHING COURSES
The Next Class Session Will Begin Late September 2024.
The new schedule is live.
A 10% discount for EARLY registration will be sent out via email.
JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST FOR EARLY NOTIFICATION AND CLASS DISCOUNTS.
Our 10 week classes repeat with a small break in between.
Learn with us. Create with Us.
10 week courses for beginning and advanced students.
Materials Provided. Free open studio.
Worried about missing a class with your busy schedule? We're flexible. Students who miss a class are invited attend any equivalent class on the schedule.
Courses for beginners.
Or for those with a little experience.
Scroll down for a list of advanced classes.
THE COMPLETE METALSMITH
This 10 week course is designed for the beginning metalsmith with little or no experience. We provide the materials. Throughout the course you will create one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces while learning to saw, drill, sand and polish metal as well as set stones, texture/patina, form, use cold connections and torch solder. This will enable you to create a variety of rings, cuffs, bangles, necklaces, earrings and pendants as well as sculptural objects. The second half of the course expands to cover one of the most essential aspects of metalsmithing; stone setting (bezels, prongs & more). The course will also cover advanced soldering, hollow forming, enameling and instructor guided work with silver/gold. Free open studio access is included with the course Monday - Saturday.
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TUESDAYS, 10:30AM-1:30PM, 10 WEEKS, MATERIALS INCLUDED.
Started Oct 1
330 US dollarsTUESDAYS, 6:30PM-9:30PM, 10 WEEKS, MATERIALS INCLUDED.
Started Oct 1
330 US dollarsWEDNESDAYS, 6:30PM-9:30PM, 10 WEEKS.
Started Oct 2
330 US dollarsTHURSDAYS, 10:30AM-1:30PM, 10 WEEKS.
Started Oct 3
330 US dollarsFRIDAYS, 6:30PM-9:30PM, 10 WEEKS, MATERIALS INCLUDED. BYOB option.
Started Oct 4
330 US dollarsSATURDAYS, 10:30AM-1:30PM, 10 WEEKS, MATERIALS INCLUDED.
Started Oct 5
330 US dollarsSUNDAYS, 1PM-4PM, 10 WEEKS, MATERIALS INCLUDED.
Started Oct 6
330 US dollarsSundays, 5PM-8PM, 10 WEEKS, MATERIALS INCLUDED. BYOB option.
Started Oct 6
330 US dollars
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED CLASSES
Intermediate/Advanced classes are geared towards students who have previous metalsmithing experience. Before you consider one of these courses, we recommend you have had at least two classes here or elsewhere.
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Courses are 10 weeks. Free open studio Mon.-Sat., 12-6. Materials provided.
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED
These classes will focus on design and development of more advanced technical skills. Students will have the opportunity to work more independently on projects and receive individualized attention. This class will fine-tune your existing skills while exploring new techniques and projects. Work at your own pace while becoming inspired by class demonstrations. Design, craftsmanship and refining techniques will be explored as well as soldering tips & solutions will be demonstrated.
MONDAYS, 11am-2pm, 10 WEEKS, MATERIALS INCLUDED.
Started Sep 30
320 US dollarsMONDAYS, 6:30PM-9:30PM, 10 WEEKS, MATERIALS INCLUDED.
Started Sep 30
320 US dollars
Wednesdays 12:00pm-6:30pm, 10 weeks, materials provided.
Started Oct 2
240 US dollarsThursdays, 6:30pm-9:30pm, 10 weeks, materials included.
Started Oct 3
320 US dollars2:30pm-5:30pm, 10 weeks, materials included.
Started Oct 5
320 US dollars
Cancelation policy- We understand life happens. If you need to cancel your class reservation, please let us know as soon as possible. This is important because all tuition goes towards student materials and instructor contracts. Once class begins, your materials have been ordered, instructor contracts are established and the option to offer the seat to someone else has passed,
we can not issue any sort of refund. This is firm. Benches On Division uses all funds for studio materials and payroll. We do not maintain any funds for profit. If you fear you may miss a few classes, we are happy to do what ever we can to set up a compensatory make up for you.