studio /stoo-dee-oh/ noun - The workroom of an artist....
Welcome to the studio. The sights, sounds and smells of a metals studio are unique among studios. The hiss and pop of the torch, the tap-tap-tap of the hammer, the smooth cut of the drill... all comprise the space in which metal is forged, fabricated, planished, rolled, chased, pressed, oxidized, annealed, beveled, burnished and more.
There are many opportunities for artistic studio exploration at Lede. Metalsmithing offers a rare opportunity to create on a small scale with great attention to detail while creating jewelry - the only art form so intimate as to be worn on the body. The classes and workshops are growing steadily. If you'd like to consider taking a class or using the studio for your own work, refer to the Classes page, or please contact us with any questions.
 View our studio photo gallery here. | OPEN STUDIO
STANDARD STUDIO HOURS: MON-FRI 10-6; SAT 10-3 (Evenings available by request.) |
HOUSE EQUIPMENTSmith Air/Acetylene Torch Outfit with Soldering StationOxy-Propane Little Torch with Soldering Station Crucibles and Ingot molds Hot Spot Jump-Ring Soldering Machine 20-Ton Hydraulic Press (bring your own dies) Flat Rolling Mill Guillotine Shears Drill Press Bandsaw Belt Sander Assorted Anvils Steel-Top Table (Lede's Giant Bench Block) Disc Cutters Forming Tools Assorted Hammers/Mallets Assorted Pliers Assorted Mandrels (Ring, Bracelet, Bezel, etc.) Ring Stretchers Corrugating Roller Buffing/Polishing Wheel Ultrasonic Cleaner Rotary Tumblers Flexible Shaft Rotary Tools, with assorted bits/burs Assorted Gravers Assorted Files, etc. Jeweler's Saw Frames Amaco Enameling Kiln (requires additional fee to cover electrical expense) And... we are tool junkies. More to come. | RENT A BENCHMove in! Bring your tools, customize the bench pin, and claim a jeweler's bench at Lede on a monthly basis. Benches are rented on a first-come, first-served basis. Bench renters have unlimited access during studio hours, including use of house equipment (after receiving safety training and demonstrating proficiency). Reservation required. $165/month STANDARD STUDIO HOURS: MON-FRI 10-6; SAT 10-3 (Evenings available by request.) (Update Mar. 1, 2011: All full-station benches are rented. Contact us to add your name to the waiting list. Open studio hours are still available on an hourly or daily basis.) Need Special Help?Contact the studio to inquire about obtaining personal instruction. Our metalsmiths at LEDE are available for private lessons, personal project guidance or even custom workshops to meet your instructional needs.
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For the advanced beginner or intermediate metalsmith: Use the studio at Lede, including all house equipment (after receiving safety training and demonstrating proficiency) on an hourly or daily basis during regular studio hours. At least one experienced metalsmith will be available to assist with metals projects on an as-needed basis. Jeweler's benches may be claimed if available, but are not guaranteed. Large work tables are available. 