WINTER SEMESTER 2025

Adult Jewelry Classes

7344/7345/7346/7347 The Right Start: Jewelry Techniques
Instructor: Jill Hurant
7344 Mondays, 9:30 AM–12 PM
7345 Wednesdays, 9:30 AM–12 PM
7346 Thursdays, 9:30 AM–12 PM
7347 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.
7344 9 session(s): 1/13–3/10
7345 9 session(s): 1/15–3/12
7346 9 session(s): 1/16–3/13
7347 9 session(s): 1/16–3/13
Tuition: member $380, non–member $410
Materials fee: $47

7358 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.
9 session(s): 1/13–3/10
Tuition: member $380, non–member $410
Materials fee: $47

7364 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): 1/6–3/10
Tuition: member $422, non–member $452
Materials fee: $50

7373/7403 Jewelry Fabrication
Instructor: Kelly Green Grady
7373 Mondays, 6:30–9 PM
7403 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 supplies to be discussed during the first class.
7373 9 session(s): 1/6–3/3
7403 9 session(s): 1/8–3/5
Tuition: member $380, non–member $410
Materials fee: $47

7379/7380 Jewelry & Metalsmithing
Instructor: Sue Sachs
7397 Tuesdays, 9:30 AM–12 PM
7380 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.
7379 10 session(s): 1/7–3/11
7380 10 session(s): 1/7–3/11
Tuition: member $422, non–member $452
Materials fee: $50