FALL SEMESTER 2025

Adult Jewelry Classes

7939/7945/8021 The Right Start: Jewelry Techniques
Instructor: Jill Hurant
7939 Mondays, 9:30 AM–12 PM
7945 Mondays, 12:30–3 PM
8021 Wednesdays, 9:30 AM–12 PM
Bring creativity and concentration to metalworking! This class is open to students of all levels: beginners will learn the basics and intermediate students will learn new techniques. Some materials provided. Additional materials to be discussed in the first class.
7939/7945 10 session(s): 9/15–11/17
8021 10 session(s): 9/17–11/19
Tuition: member $422, non-member $452
Materials fee: $53

7952 Wax Carving for Jewelry Casting
Instructor: Jessica Garber
Mondays, 3:30–6 PM
If you have ever wanted to try wax carving or jewelry making without a torch, this class is for you! Students will learn the fundamentals of wax carving and develop their own designs for rings, pendants, or brooches. Students will complete at least one design that will be ready for casting by the completion of the course. The instructor will provide recommendations for casting houses and assist students with making arrangements for casting. Finishing techniques will also be covered and students will be able to practice on a sample ring. Some materials provided. Additional supplies to be discussed during the first class.
10 session(s): 9/15–11/24 (no class on 9/22)
Tuition: member $422, non-member $452
Materials fee: $53

7978 Jewelry Fabrication for Intermediate/Advanced
Instructor: Kelly Green Grady
Mondays, 6:30–9 PM
This comprehensive class is made for intermediate and advanced students where they will have the opportunity to build their skill set and knowledge. Students will plan and fabricate jewelry pieces of their own design in a fun and encouraging environment. Some materials provided. Additional materials will be discussed in the first class.
9 session(s): 9/15–11/24 (no class on 9/22, 11/17)
Tuition: member $380, non-member $410
Materials fee: $50

7986/7987 Jewelry & Metalsmithing
Instructor: Sue Sachs
7986 Tuesdays, 9:30 AM–12 PM
7987 Tuesdays, 7:30–10 PM
Study with working artist, master metalworker, and VACNJ instructor of more than 40 years, Sue Sachs. Learn jewelry and metalsmithing techniques through demonstrations, discussion, and individualized instruction using silver, copper, brass, or all three in combination. Start by designing your own piece and learn core techniques such as sawing, filing, soldering, texturing, and polishing to bring it to life. Students will be led through a skills–based curriculum, enabling them to learn and grow skills at their own level and pace. Please bring a sketchbook to the first class to work on your design and take notes. Some materials provided. Additional supplies to be discussed during the first class.
7986/7987 10 session(s): 9/16–11/25 (no class on 9/23)
Tuition: member $422, non-member $452
Materials fee: $53

8000 Contemporary Jewelry Creations
Instructor: Jessica Garber
Tuesdays, 12:30–3 PM
Explore contemporary jewelry practices and learn to engineer your own modern jewelry. Contemporary jewelry styles—such as dainty pendants, bezel set stones, bold cuff bracelets, cage settings, and kinetic jewelry—are the inspiration for this class. Learn to make unique bails and jump ring components of your jewelry design, rather than just functional elements. Creative approaches to engineering the final designs will be taught for pieces that incorporate movement. Students will be encouraged to think outside the box and will be guided in expanding on traditional techniques and incorporating contemporary methods. Students will learn new approaches to modernizing their designs. Please bring a sketchbook to the first day of class. Students who wish to work in silver must purchase their own and bring it to class. Recommendations on where to purchase silver will be provided in class.
10 session(s): 9/16–11/25 (no class on 9/23)
Tuition: member $422, non-member $452
Materials fee: $53

8027 Jewelry Fabrication for Intermediate/Advanced
Instructor: Kelly Green Grady
Wednesdays, 12:30–3 PM
This comprehensive class is made for intermediate and advanced students, where they will have the opportunity to build their skill set and knowledge. Students will plan and fabricate jewelry pieces of their own design in a fun and encouraging environment. Some materials provided. Additional materials will be discussed in the first class.
10 session(s): 9/17–11/26 (no class on 11/19)
Tuition: member $422, non-member $452
Materials fee: $53

8052/8053 NEW! Mastering Jewelry Techniques & Designs
Instructor: Jill Hurant
8052 Thursdays, 9:30 AM–12 PM
8053 Thursdays, 12:30–3 PM
This class is made for intermediate and advanced students who already have experience in jewelry making and have an idea of what they would like to make. The instructor will provide one-on-one guidance and support on students’ individual projects. Students will continue to develop their metalsmithing knowledge and techniques. The instructor will teach more advanced skills, such as making box clasps and hinges.
8052/8053 10 session(s): 9/18–12/4 (no class on 10/2, 11/27)
Tuition: member $422, non-member $452
Materials fee: $53