Celebrate the arrival of Spring by taking a class at the Buchanan Art Center! Nothing like the promise of Spring (yes it will come) to get out and learn something new.
I will be teaching 5 different classes this semester, and I have listed them below. If you see a class your interested in sign up soon, as seats fill up quickly! Contact the Art Center today!
117 West Front Street * Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 697 - 4005
http://www.buchananartcenter.org
Kumihimo Braided Bracelet
Darlene Troyer, Instructor
Adults and Teens (limit 6 Students)
Tuesday, March 24, 12:30-3:30 pm.
Registration Required by March 19.
$45 member, $50 nonmember. All materials provided
Kumihimo is the traditional Japanese technique of braiding strands of silk to create colorful strong but slender cord for a multitude of uses. Students will learn to create their strand on a special designed Kumihimo disc and then turn it into a beautiful bracelet by the end of the class. Tips on different types of materials that can be used and finishing will be taught. All items needed for this class are included in the class pack.
Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet
Darlene Troyer, Instructor
Adults and Teens (limit 6 Students)
Wednesday, March 25, 10:30-2:30 pm. Registration Required by March 21.
$50 member, $55 nonmember.
All materials provided except Kumihimo disc. Students must bring their own Kumihimo disc for this class.
Previous beginner class or knowledge of basic Kumihimo is required for this class. Join us as we take Kumihimo one step further and learn how to incorporate and interlace beads to make a stunning bracelet. Class fee includes beads, cording, and metal findings needed to finish off your creation into a wearable piece of art. (Feel free to bring a sack lunch)
Copper Necklace
Darlene Troyer, Instructor
Adults and Teens (limit 6 Students)
Wednesday, April 1, 10:30-3:30 pm.
Registration Required by March 28.
$55 member, $60 nonmember. All materials provided.
Darlene Troyer, Instructor
Adults and Teens (limit 6 Students)
Wednesday, April 1, 10:30-3:30 pm.
Registration Required by March 28.
$55 member, $60 nonmember. All materials provided.
Learn how to etch designs onto copper and then cut and form it into a pendant. Students will learn how to etch on metal, cut thin copper sheet, file and refine and turn into a necklace. Class Pack will include: copper, findings and chain to complete one necklace. Don't forget, Mother's Day is May 10th; this would make a lovely gift for her! (Feel free to bring a sack lunch; there will be time to eat as your creations are soaking in the etching solution.)
Copper Cuff BraceletDarlene Troyer, Instructor
Adults and Teens (limit 6 Students)
Wednesday, May 6, 10:30-3:30 pm.
Registration Required by May 2.
$55 member, $60 nonmember. All materials provided
Learn how to etch designs onto copper as you create a one-of-a- kind cuff bracelet suitable for gift giving. Mother's Day is May 10th; this would make a lovely gift for her! Techniques on preparing copper for etching, applying designs to metal, using etching solution and forming your unique copper cuff into a bangle will be taught in this class. Copper sheet, etchant and tools needed to complete your project are included in the class fee. (Feel free to bring a sack lunch; there will be time to eat as your creations are soaking in the etching solution)
Fine Silver Jewelry: Introduction to Silver Metal ClayDarlene Troyer, Instructor
Adults and Teens (limit 6 Students)
Wednesday, May 20, 10-5:30 pm.
Registration Required by May 16.
$63 member, $70 nonmember. Cost of Silver Metal Clay purchased in class for an additional $60. All basic tools provided.
Learn the skills needed to manipulate and create beautiful .999 fine silver jewelry using Precious Metal Clay (PMC). We will explore the different types & properties of metal clays and to create earrings and pendants. Several techniques for firing and finishing will also be taught. Class pack fee includes: use of all tools needed for class and silver PMC packet. (Feel free to bring a sack lunch; there will be time to eat as your creations are being fired.)
