{ jewelry making class at lena's studio }

I am oh-so-excited about this! I met Lena Corwin a while back when I took one of her screenprinting classes. I was delighted when she asked if I would teach a wax carving jewelry making workshop at her fort greene studio.

For the class, we're going to work with sheet wax, which is what I use for a good 60% of my line, to make beautiful and original Sterling silver pieces while learning about the process and technique and honing some serious carving skills! Class size is limited, just e-mail Lena or myself if you have any questions.

Here is the workshop listing from Lena's site:
CARVED SHEET WAX JEWELRY MAKING WITH JENNIFER SARKILAHTI

Jennifer is the designer and owner of the beautiful jewelry line Odette New York. Her pieces are sold in stores around the world, including many of my favorites shops (like Rare Device in San Francisco, Yolk in LA, and Cog & Pearl in Brooklyn). She works using ancient and modern wax carving techniques and hand fabrication in order to create pieces that are truly unique. Each of her designs begin with a pencil sketch that is carefully translated by hand into wax, and then cast into metal (gold and silver). In this class, Jennifer will teach a simplified version of her technique, using traditional and not-so-traditional tools and methods. Students will plan a two-dimensional design for a pendant, earrings, or charm, and learn how to carve the design in a sheet of wax. The wax will then be cast in the jewelry district and students will learn to hand polish their finished piece(s). Students will have the option of having a rubber or silicone mold made from their design so that multiple pieces can be made in the future. By the last class, you’ll walk out wearing your own designs. No experience required.
Four 1-1/2 hour classes
Wednesday evenings, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29
6:00- 7:30pm
Class held in Lena Corwin's Fort Greene, Brooklyn studio.
to sign up or ask a question, email lena [at] lenacorwin.com
More details here.