Basic Metal Repairs - New!

Basic Metal Repairs - New!

Weekend Workshops (OLD) | This class has been canceled

1812 West Main Street Richmond, VA 23220 United States

Metals and Jewelry

Intermediate

7/22/2017-7/23/2017

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$120.00

$110.50

Ideal for novice jewelers as well as shopkeepers who want to do their own work in house, this class covers the most common jewelry repairs. Working with 14k gold, sterling silver and gold-filled jewelry, you will learn ring sizing, chain repair, prong repair, and clasp and safety repair.

  • Prerequisite: Introduction to Metal Jewelry
Sharpe, Jay

Jay Sharpe grew up in Richmond, VA, attended VCU and graduated in 1990 with a BFA in Fine Arts, with a focus on metalsmithing and fine jewelry. Jay promptly began his career at the Hand Workshop (which is now known as Visual Arts Center of Richmond) that same year. He became on of VisArts' Master Teacher recipients in 2014 and hasn't stopped teaching since! His jewelry line, Henléava Jewelry Collection, has been featured in Essence Magazine, Richmond Magazine, and Southern Living Magazine, and worn by several celebrities. Follow Jay on Instagram @jay_sharpellc and Facebook @JaySharpeLLC.