ART 242 - Jewelry Making 2/Adv Metal-Smithing Credits: 3 5 Studio Hours
Prerequisites: ART 142
Description This course is a continuation of ART 142 , emphasizing advanced jewelry making techniques through complex design. Techniques may include fabricating three-dimensional objects from sheet metal, closures and surface treatment. Other approaches will be explored. Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Expand on the skills learned in the basic course by exploring new techniques.
- Have developed critical thought process involved in converting 2-D sheet into 3-D objects.
- Have a working knowledge of hinges, springs and clasps.
- Access the proper sequence of methods and estimate the feasibility of the projects related to student’s skill level.
Listed Topics
- Design and fabricate a 3-D object from 2-D sheet metal incorporating a hinge, spring, and clasp into the design
Reference Materials Textbook and slides. Examples of work. Handout sheets, Invited jewelers/guest speakers
The Complete Metalsmith by Tim McCreigh Approved By: Sutin, Stewart Date Approved: 12/13/2006
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