Fantastic Fold Forming! for Beginners

Fantastic Fold Forming!
Instructor: Juan Reyes
April 18, Saturday 10:30am - 1:30pm
Class Fee: $120 | Materials Fee: $25, click HERE to purchase

Prerequisites: all levels

Class Description:

Come hammer on some metal for a few hours! Fold forming is an exciting technique wherein sheet metal is manipulated and hammered to create fabulously textured, 3-dimensional, organic forms.  This is a relatively quick process, so students will have the opportunity to create a variety of basic forms.  In this quick introductory class, students will cut, file, and practice annealing copper and brass as well as develop a fundamental understanding of how to use a jeweler’s hammer to move metal in exciting ways providing an excellent foundation for future learning.  All levels, no experience necessary. 

Materials Kit Includes:

Copper for three samples
Earplugs

Students MAY Bring:

Additional Sheet copper, brass or silver sheet 24g 
Light weight leather work gloves
Ear protection

Students TESTIMONIAL:

"Juan created a lovely learning environment. He was super attentive, gave great tips and was so very patient. I look forward to taking more classes with him", Janice 5/23

Instructor Bio:

Juan Reyes began studying silver smithing in 1995 at North Seattle Community College and since then has developed extensive expertise in a wide range of techniques including lapidary and goldsmithing. He is generous with his knowledge, patient beyond measure and well loved for his helpful, non-judging nature. Juan brings warmth and creativity to every class he teaches.

Learn More about the Instructor, HERE.

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