Working with Wire (Ages 11–12)

Working with Wire (Ages 11–12)

Youth After School | This class is completed

1812 West Main Street Richmond, VA 23220 United States

Metals and Jewelry

Ages 11–12

1/8/2019-2/28/2019

4:00 PM-5:30 PM EDT on Tue Th

$165.00

$148.50

$10.00

$20.00

Explore the flexibilities of wire and form a foundation for yourself in metals and jewelry. Students will create individual projects while learning wire basics. We’ll discover the strengths and weaknesses of wire, explore its uses and composition and talk about ways to reuse it. We’ll also learn how to make wire move and how to form sculptures, jewelry or abstract art.

  • All materials and equipment provided.
  • Classes are confirmed one week prior to the start date. In order to help us confirm classes, please register as early as possible.
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.