{"product_id":"finishing-school-just-finish-it-2","title":"Finishing School: Just Finish it!","description":"\u003cp\u003eFinishing School: Just Finish it!\u003cbr\u003eInstructor: Maru Almeida\u003cbr\u003eOctober 25, Sunday, 10:00 - 5:00\u003cbr\u003eClass Fee: $225 | Supply Fee: $30, please purchase \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(4, 166, 12);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/danacadesign.com\/products\/class-supply-fee-finishing-school-just-finish-it\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(4, 166, 12);\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e+ Materials list\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning jewelry making skills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs finishing the worst part? \u003cbr\u003eFor a variety of reasons YES! pretty much always... However, if finishing is a problem because your polish is not shiny, your patina is not black and your satin is wrinkly, then this workshop if for you. \u003cbr\u003eJoin professional jeweler Maru Almeida for the tips and tricks you missed the first time around or maybe never even learned! Over the course of two evenings, you will be introduced to proper positioning and processes for polishing with both a flexible shaft and buffing machine; explore multiple options for mass finishing; learn how to achieve a deep black patina; gain insight for other intriguing surfaces including a satin and sandblasted finish. \u003cbr\u003eStudents are encouraged to bring pieces in process that they are struggling to finish the way they want. This workshop is for beginning to intermediate students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudents MUST Bring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJewelry that need some finishing work including a ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexshaft polishing\/ finishing bits they aren't sure how to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust Mask - N95 preferable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupply Fee Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epolishing supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epatinas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaccess to studio equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaru 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. 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