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Chiming Spheres

Chiming Spheres

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Class Title: Chiming Spheres
Instructor: Maru Almeida
December 7, Sunday 10:00 - 5:00
Class Fee: $225 | Materials Kit Fee: $20

Class format: in studio at Danaca Design

Prerequisites: Basic metal working experience

Learn how to make not just a sphere, but a delightful chiming sphere! Also known as a Chinese Baoding ball, the internal structure of this intriguing object makes a mellow noise that many find soothes stress or focuses attention. You will learn the essentials of how to cut, shape and solder a sphere--plus the inner secret mechanism that makes a sphere into a Baoding ball. Perfect for musical fun, meditation and even hand dexterity, this project would make a unique gift or toy.

Material KITS Include:

  • brass sheet
  • solder
  • ball bearings

Students MAY Bring:

  • Large dapping block and punch

    Instructor Bio:

    Maru Almeida was born and raised in Mexico growing up surrounded by a rich silversmithing tradition and the work of local artisans. Her curiously of the artistic transformation of metal guided her to pursue both a BFA and an MFA in jewelry and metalsmithing from the University of Texas at El Paso and the University of Oregon, respectively. Through her education she learned the necessary skills for working with precious materials as well as exploring non-traditional materials to incorporate on her one-of-a-kind work. In her work she develops ideas exploring movement, tactility and discovery through the senses; always looking for a true connection to the work through the body. Maru has been working as an artist and professional jeweler for more that 15 years and has taught at several institutions including the University of Oregon and the Seattle University. She also teaches private lessons at her Seattle studio. Maru’s work has been featured in Metalsmith Magazine and is part of the jewelry collection of the Museum of Contemporary Craft in Portland, Oregon. Her wedding rings have been published in the book "500 Wedding Rings" by Lark Books.

    Click HERE to view Maru's work.

    Tools are available to purchase through Danaca Design Studio with 15% student discount code. Shop tools HERE. If you don’t see what you need please email us, dana@danacadesign.com.

    Review our class cancellation policy HERE.

    All students must fill out and electronically submit the Danaca Design Studio Safety Protocol and Waiver form before attending class.