*** I try to be very flexible with class dates. My 2-day classes are typically only offered Monday-Friday. Please send me an email if a date doesn’t work for you and we can work to get your class scheduled!
We will build 3 projects.
3 stone ring, single stone earrings and pendant.
Students will come away with a basic foundation for:
Basic Design Principles
-Soldering
-Bezel Forming
-Sawing
-Ring Fabrication and Sizing
-Stone Setting (Turquoise)
-Finishing Jewelry
-Basic Website/Photography Principles and Marketing
-the knowledgeable and resources to set up their own silver shop/bench.
What to expect:
A 1-on-1 private classroom setting.
We will focus solely on building your skills during our 2 days of detailed, hands-on instruction.
-Students will leave with the foundation they will need to begin a career in silversmithing at their own bench. No experience required.
-Students must be able to stand or sit for 8 hours comfortably. All tools and materials are provided, students are encouraged to bring eye protection of their choice.
• My step-by-step guide to basic silversmithing (design layout, soldering, sawing, stone setting, finishing techniques + more!)
• Recommendations for textbooks, silver, and stone sources.
Please email me with any questions!
dersteinsilverco@gmail.com
The Location:
My studio is located on Main Street in Miami, Texas - aka the sweetheart of the plains. Roberts County is rugged and beautiful, with the perfect mix of prairie land and cap rocks. There is a gas station, general store, and a bank in town. We do have a couple Air BNBs in town. I can send you those options if you would like to stay close by!
Studio Address:
110 Main St. Miami, TX 79059
Classes will start at 9am and end around 3-4pm.
We will stop for lunch, there are a few different options for food in town or you are welcome to bring your own!
Places to stay:
Canadian, TX - 24 miles
Pampa, TX - 23 miles
Best Airport:
Amarillo, TX