Art & Soul Retreat at Virginia Beach

I will be teaching at the Virgina Beach Art and Soul Retreat 9/29 - 10/1/14. The venue is at the Virginia Beach Resort Hotel, it's charming and comfortable..and on the BAY!! I would love to have you join me; here are my classes:

VA154 - Cool Copper Cuffs 101  Eva Sherman
9/29/14 6:30 - 9:30, Mon Eve	$ 85

Using hammers and simple tools, students will transform copper sheet metal into big, bold, beautiful, wearable works of art. Students will explore basic metal working techniques including forging, texturing, and cold connecting while fabricating 2 funky and organic copper cuffs. Patina applications will also be covered.
Pre-requisites: None
Supply List: Oval bracelet mandrel, rubber mallet, shears , flush cutter, chasing hammer, metal file, steel block, sharpie, tape measure, brass brush, 1.5 mm metal hole punch,
$35 kit fee includes; 20 ga copper sheet, 24 ga copper sheet, copper nail head rivets, optional patina, polishing pack,

VA152 - Fold Forming 101
Eva Sherman 9/30/14 Tue AM - 9:00 to 12:00	$ 85

Charles Lewton-Brain developed fold forming; a series of metal folding techniques which allow rapid development of three dimensional surfaces using simple equipment. If rapid and simple have a place in your jewelry making repertoire, then this class is right up your alley! Techniques covered include; line folds, applied textures, cold connections and patina applications. Students will create 2 funky and organic copper cuffs. Ear protection is recommended as there will be a lot of hammering.
Pre-requisites: None
Supply List: Oval bracelet mandrel, rubber mallet, shears , flush cutter, chasing hammer, metal file, steel block, sharpie, tape measure, brass brush, 1.5 mm metal hole punch,
$35 kit fee includes; 20 ga copper sheet, 24 ga copper sheet, copper nail head rivets, optional patina, polishing pack,

 

VA153 - Rosette Cuff & Bangle
Eva Sherman 9/30/14 Tue AFT - 1:30 to 4:30	$ 85

Heavy-gauge wire can act like wire or sheet metal, allowing exploration a variety of basic metalsmithing techniques such as forging, texturing, wire working, and cold connecting. In this project, sculpted swirls of wire form a smooth rosette, becoming the centerpiece of a copper bangle that can be worn on its own, or riveted to a textured copper cuff. Whether your design aesthetic runs toward the delicate bangle or the heavier cuff, this bracelet has you covered!
Supply List: oval bracelet mandrel, heavy-duty flush cutters, shears, metal file, texturing hammer, 1.5 mm hole punch pliers, steel block, rubber mallet, chasing hammer, brass brush,
Materials Fee: $20 kit fee includes; 12-gauge copper wire, 20 ga copper sheet, copper nail-head rivets, optional patina, polishing pack,

VA156 - Cool Copper Cuffs 102
Eva Sherman 6:30 - 9:30, Tue Eve	$ 85

Using hammers and simple tools, students will transform copper sheet metal into big, bold, beautiful, wearable works of art. Students will explore basic metal working techniques including forging, embossing, and cold connecting while fabricating 2 funky and organic copper cuffs. Patina applications will also be covered.
Pre-requisites: None
Supply List: Oval bracelet mandrel, rubber mallet, shears , flush cutter, chasing hammer, metal file, steel block, sharpie, tape measure, brass brush, 1.5 mm metal hole punch,
$35 kit fee includes; 20 ga copper sheet, 24 ga copper sheet, copper nail head rivets, optional patina, polishing pack,

VA155 - Eye of the Storm

Eva Sherman 10/1/2014 Wed AM - 9:00-12:00	$ 85

Learn to create “sheet metal” from wire and open up a whole new world of design possibilities! Students will incorporate this unique wire working technique to create a funky and organic cuff with a stunning turquoise focal. Several rings will also be created as time allows.

Supply List: Oval bracelet mandrel, ring mandrel, heavy duty flush cutters, round nose pliers, chain nose pliers, rubber mallet, steel block, sharpie, tape measure, brass brush,
Materials Fee: $35 kit includes; turquoise focal bead, ring focal beads, 14 ga copper wire, 16 ga copper wire, 18 ga copper wire, optional patina, polishing pack,

VA157 - The Margarita Cuff
Eva Sherman 10/1/2014 6:30 - 9:30, Wed Eve	$ 85

Using the 'chasing on air' technique, students will complete one cold connected cuff embellished with Swarovski margarita beads.
Pre-requisites: None
Supply List: Oval bracelet mandrel, rubber mallet, shears , flush cutter, chasing hammer, metal file, steel block, sharpie, tape measure, brass brush, 1.5 mm metal hole punch,
$35 kit fee includes; 20 ga copper sheet, 24 ga copper sheet, copper nail head rivets, optional patina, polishing pack,