FALL SEMESTER 2024

Adult Jewelry Classes

7134/7201/7197/7206 The Right Start: Jewelry Techniques
Instructor: Jill Hurant
7134 Mondays, 9:30 AM−12 PM
7201 Wednesdays, 9:30 AM−12 PM
7197 Thursdays, 9:30 AM−12 PM
7206 Thursdays, 12:30−3 PM
Bring creativity and concentration to metalworking! Beginners learn the basics and intermediate students will learn new techniques. Some materials provided. Additional materials to be discussed in the first class.
7134 10 session(s): 9/16−11/18
7201 10 session(s): 9/18−11/20
7197/7206 10 session(s): 9/19−12/5 (no class on 10/3, 11/28)
Tuition: member $422, non-member $452
Materials fee: $50

7142 The Right Start & Beyond: Jewelry Techniques
Instructor: Jill Hurant
Mondays, 12:30−3 PM
Bring your jewelry designs to life! In this class, students of all levels will create and fabricate their individualized jewelry visions. Beginner students will learn basic jewelry fabrication techniques and then make their very own unique piece. Intermediate and advanced students will work on their own innovative designs with the help of the instructor. These students will be able to develop advanced skills and techniques. Some materials provided.
10 session(s): 9/16−11/18
Tuition: member $422, non-member $452
Materials fee: $50

7149 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 where 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): 9/16−11/18
Tuition: member $422, non-member $452
Materials fee: $50

7158 Jewelry Fabrication
Instructor: Kelly Green Grady
7158 Mondays, 6:30−9 PM
7224 Wednesdays, 12:30−3 PM
This comprehensive class will cover the foundational skills and techniques of jewelry making, while also offering more experienced students the opportunity to build their skill set. Students will learn how to 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.
7158 10 session(s): 9/16−11/25 (no class on 11/18)
7224 10 sessions(s): 9/18−11/27 (no class on 11/20)
Tuition: member $422, non-member $452
Materials fee: $50

7164/7165 Jewelry & Metalsmithing
Instructor: Sue Sachs
7164 Tuesdays, 9:30 AM−12 PM
7165 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.
10 session(s): 9/17−11/19
Tuition: member $422, non-member $452
Materials fee: $50

7172 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. Beginner & experienced students are welcome and will learn new approaches to modernize 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 to class. Recommendations on where to purchase silver will be provided in class.
10 session(s): 9/17−11/19
Tuition: member $422, non-member $452
Materials fee: $50