Jewelry Workshop: June 26-29, 2023 – All Things Casting

$795.00

In this 4-day workshop 9:00a.m.-5:00p.m. each day), we will be learning to spin cast, also known as centrifugal casting, also known as lost wax casting, etc. But, we will also play around with some more experimental forms of casting like broom casting, cuttlefish bone casting and castings taken from nature. We’re focusing on process more than design so don’t get intimidated if someone comes in with amazing wax carving abilities, or a long resume of jewelry making, everyone will walk away with some amazing pieces! NOTE: There is an additional materials fee of $45 per person payable to Danny at the beginning of the workshop.

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All Things Casting: Lost Wax, Cuttlefish, Broom, Nature, and more!!!
DATE:
June 26-29, 2023

TIME:
8:30am-4:30pm (Daily)

DESCRIPTION:
In this 4-day workshop 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. each day), we will be learning to spin cast, also known as centrifugal casting, also known as lost wax casting, etc. But, we will also play around with some more experimental forms of casting like broom casting, cuttlefish bone casting and castings taken from nature. We’re focusing on process more than design so don’t get intimidated if someone comes in with amazing wax carving abilities, or a long resume of jewelry making, everyone will walk away with some amazing pieces! NOTE: There is an additional materials fee of $45 per person payable to Danny at the beginning of the workshop.

COST: $795 + materials fee
includes Gourmet Lunch by Chef Lars every day (4 days)

MATERIALS FEE start at $45 per person and is  payable to Danny or Silverwaves Jewelry at beginning of workshop to cover wax, investment, bronze and other consumables.

GUEST INSTRUCTOR:
Danny Saathoff
Danny Saathoff is an Instructor of Metalsmithing at Carleton College and also teaches at the Minnetonka Center for the Arts. His work can be found in galleries around the country and his large scale, public sculptures have been commissioned by such entities as the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport, the City of Hopkins, and St. Francis Hospital.

“As both and artist and educator, I often find myself distracted by new processes and avenues of exploration. This leads me down the rabbit hole of YouTube and internet searches, followed by hours of actual experimentation, some successful and some not. My main areas of artistic expression are contemporary jewelry design and sculpture; however, my curiosity has led me to the fabrication of such item as kitchen utensils, light fixtures, and watercolor/pen and ink drawing.
Of course, these distractions fall within the realm of a broad artistic practice, but they have also led to wonderful opportunities for education. I’ll see someone doing something marginally related to my core work, but if I can learn a new skill well enough to pass it along, I’ll find a way to do it.
Artists, at their very core, are curious by nature, and this is why we should never stop learning or be afraid to fail at something new.”

LOCATION:
Workshop 46.8 degrees North. 40 S 2nd St. #105 in Bayfield, WI.

If you are driving North on HWY 13, come all the way into Bayfield and take a right on Manypenny Ave (Blue Tourist Information sign). Drive 4 blocks down (you’ll see the Lake ahead) and take a right on 2nd Street to park. If you need closer parking due to different abilities, please contact us. (View Map)

CLASS SIZE:
10

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Here’s a little video I made for my students walking through the casting process. I made this video a few years ago when our classes were all online. My students carved wax at home and sent them to me so I could cast their work for them so the video is personalized for them. It’s not going to win any Oscars for best documentary film but you’ll get an idea of what you are in for.”

TOOLS and SUPPLIES SUGGESTED BY DANNY:

We will be beginning with bronze for all of you. Bronze is great to start out with because it’s cheap and easy to cast.  If you wish to cast in another metal like silver, you have three options:
First, you can bring your own if you have it. For those of you that make jewelry and have scrap material laying around, casting is a great way to use up that scrap silver. Just make sure it’s clean scrap with no solder joints.
Second, you can purchase silver casting grain prior to the class. Here’s the link to Rio Grande where you can purchase silver casting grain. You may have to set up an account with Rio, but it is easy and open to the public. I’d order an ounce or so, an ounce can easily make a couple of rings if they’re not too big.
The third option is that you can buy it from us in class; please let us know if this is the case so we can pre-order and be sure to let us know how much. As of this morning, an ounce of sterling silver casting grain is just under $32 without shipping.  We’ll be sure to have a little extra just in case you get wild and want to make something more extravagant!

Each student will have their own jewelry bench, flex shaft and hand tools.  Please click this link for more information available tools in workshop space.

ITEMS AND IDEAS TO BRING WITH YOU:

  • Enthusiasm and patience (remember you will be learning a billion new and fun skills for the first time—enjoy the moment and BREATHE)
  • 100% cotton apron (I will also have some to borrow)
  • Close-toed studio shoes to wear during workshop. WINTER/ RAIN: Studio space is very slippery with wet shoes so we recommend leaving those at the door.
  • Reading glasses or magnifiers
  • Headband, clip or holder to keep your hair back when soldering
  • Notebook and pen/pencil to jot down important ideas, thoughts, etc.

LUNCH:
Provided by Chef Lars of Cooking with Lars. And (WOW!), are you in for a treat. Please let us know if you have any food allergies or special food considerations so we can pass that information along to him.

There will also be a tea kettle and complimentary assorted Rishi teas available throughout the day as well as sparkling botanicals available for purchase.

PLACES TO STAY IN BAYFIELD

CLOSEST AIRPORTS:
Duluth, MN (2 hour drive); Minneapolis, MN (4.5 hour drive)

WORKSHOP CANCELLATION POLICY:

  • 25% of fee is considered non-refundable in cases of withdrawal for all students up to 60 days before the workshop. In other words, think carefully before reserving your spot!
  • Course fee is non-refundable within 45 days of the workshop unless I am able to fill the student’s spot, in which case the 25% fee still applies.
  • If I cancel a workshop, then 100% of your fee will be reimbursed.
  • Extra events planned within workshop are nonrefundable.
  • By signing-up and paying for class, we assume you agree to the cancellation policy listed on our website.

INQUIRIES:
[email protected], call the gallery 715-913-0256 or my cell 414-550-7015

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