metal jewelry
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Metal Jewelry. Experiments, Investigations, & Explorations in Metal. What is M etalsmithing ? We define M etalsmithing as "creating jewelry through the manipulation of various metals." - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Metal JewelryExperiments, Investigations, & Explorations in Metal
Basic Metalsmithing
• What is Metalsmithing?
• We define Metalsmithing as "creating jewelry through the manipulation of various metals."
• In the next few weeks you will learn metalsmithing techniques while creating your own metal jewelry by forming and shaping it in various ways
Tools
• For Sawing:• Sawframe• Bench pin with V-slot, to clamp onto your table• Sawblades • Beeswax for lubricating saw blade
Tools
• For Sanding and Filing• Sandpaper: black wet/dry sandpaper
• Grits: 220, 320, 400, 600• Files
Tools
• Pliers, Hand tools:• Needle nose pliers (aka chain nose)• Round-round nose pliers• Flat nose pliers• Raw Hide Mallet• Ball pien hammer
Tools
• Flex Shaft Machine• Mandrels, grinding and polishing wheels
Safety is IMPORTANT!
• Let us review some safety rules
• While working with metals…
Safety in the Studio
• You are RESPONSIBLE for your safety• Tie your hair back if it is long• NO loose clothing (sleeves that dangle)• NO hanging jewelry (long necklaces)
• If an injury occurs…• First aid in the classroom for minor cuts• Escorted to nurse for emergency
Safety in the Studio
• Mindfulness means being aware of all that is around you, or paying attention to detail at all times. It’s when we let our minds wander that safety considerations tend to drop by the wayside. The best way to work safely is to simply pay attention to what you are doing!
Safety in the Studio
• Protect Your Body• Eyes - As an artist, your eyes are your most important asset. Protecting them should always be your top priority • Lungs - What we breathe can affect our health, both in the short term and the long run. • Skin- Your skin is actually the largest organ in your body, cover it with an apron and pay attention at all times.
• Goggles or glasses to protect your EYES
Finishing POWER TOOLS
• Face Masks to Protect your Lungs
Finishing
POWER TOOLS
• Ventilation is another important component
Finishing POWER TOOLS
Safety in the Studio
NO GLOVES
when using power
tools
Shaping Metal
Stamping/Engraving Metal surface treatments
Etching Metal surface treatments
Adding Patinas surface treatments
Piercing Metal
Dapping Metal
Let’s Get Started