Bronze and Chain Maile Bracelet

Instructor, Cynthia QuesenberryThis class is an adventure in working with precious metal clay to learn beginner/intermediate techniques to create jewelry designs in Art Clay Bronze. Art Clay Bronze is a product especially formulated for objects that can be created and fired in the same day with outstanding results.  Art Clay Bronze is pure bronze mixed with water and an organic binder.  It is soft and easy to work with simple tools.  Once it is fired for two hours it is pure bronze.Topics covered in this class will include manipulating the clay and expanding on skills and experience previously acquired. New techniques covered in this class include how to create a bracelet component using bronze metal clay, creating textural elements using a variety of tools, and learning how to create a chain maille bracelet band. We will be using a variety of tools and techniques to support the design, such as finishing, sanding, and how to make simple repairs.  Open to all skill levels.