Danielle Embry 3-D Texture and Form Enameling Workshop
March 22-24, 2025. 10 AM - 6 PM
In this workshop we will explore innovative techniques to create unique enameled textures and three-dimensional forms. Students will experiment with enameled surface textures such as sugar firing and sgraffito. Through demonstration and hands-on exploration, we will manipulate the metal surface using piercing and stamping tools to create dynamic textured surfaces suitable for enameling. We will learn methods to form and shape copper in three dimensions utilizing dapping, die forming and tab construction. Students will experiment with applying dry and liquid form enamel to their three-dimensional forms to produce captivating pieces. By the end of the workshop, students will complete a collection of samples or jewelry pieces that will serve as valuable starting points for enhancing the depth and dimensionality of their own enameling projects. Prior experience with sawing metal is recommended.
March 22-24, 2025. 10 AM - 6 PM
In this workshop we will explore innovative techniques to create unique enameled textures and three-dimensional forms. Students will experiment with enameled surface textures such as sugar firing and sgraffito. Through demonstration and hands-on exploration, we will manipulate the metal surface using piercing and stamping tools to create dynamic textured surfaces suitable for enameling. We will learn methods to form and shape copper in three dimensions utilizing dapping, die forming and tab construction. Students will experiment with applying dry and liquid form enamel to their three-dimensional forms to produce captivating pieces. By the end of the workshop, students will complete a collection of samples or jewelry pieces that will serve as valuable starting points for enhancing the depth and dimensionality of their own enameling projects. Prior experience with sawing metal is recommended.
March 22-24, 2025. 10 AM - 6 PM
In this workshop we will explore innovative techniques to create unique enameled textures and three-dimensional forms. Students will experiment with enameled surface textures such as sugar firing and sgraffito. Through demonstration and hands-on exploration, we will manipulate the metal surface using piercing and stamping tools to create dynamic textured surfaces suitable for enameling. We will learn methods to form and shape copper in three dimensions utilizing dapping, die forming and tab construction. Students will experiment with applying dry and liquid form enamel to their three-dimensional forms to produce captivating pieces. By the end of the workshop, students will complete a collection of samples or jewelry pieces that will serve as valuable starting points for enhancing the depth and dimensionality of their own enameling projects. Prior experience with sawing metal is recommended.
Refund Policy:
In the unlikely event an instructor needs to cancel a workshop you will have the choice to receive a full refund, to stay enrolled for the new dates, or to keep your money on account for other workshops, classes or casting service. You will be contacted by email as soon as possible for these arrangements.
If you need to cancel: Due to our very narrow margin on this workshop we will not be able to issue refunds. If, after registering, you find you can’t attend, you will be able to apply your funds on account to other workshops, classes or private lessons on a wide variety of topics.
Student Supplies:
3 dozen 2/0 or 4/0 sawblades
6x12” Copper sheet – 1 each of 20 gauge, 22 gauge, & 24 gauge
Round Copper wire – 20 gauge and 18 gauge
Copper tubing – smaller sizes, 2-6mm will work
Several round paintbrushes – 1 small, 1 medium, 1 large
1 40-mesh sifter, 1 150-mesh sifter
Mechanical pencil or Fine tip sharpie
Various colors of sifting enamels – opaque and transparent
Various liquid form enamels (not brushable, the kind for dipping)
Dust filter mask