Update: We are working on a new class schedule. Read below and at left about our previous offerings, but please come back soon to sign up for the next round. Thanks for your patience!
Metalsmithing - the perfect blend of art & science
Come to Lede to study metals and jewelry-making. Classes and workshops offer instruction and enrichment for beginning and intermediate metalsmiths. Tidbits of design principles are sprinkled throughout all the classes. Participate and contribute to the creative synergy of a metals studio as you work and as others work around you to create jewelry - the most intimate of art forms.
The studio at Lede is well-equipped. Visit the studio page for a specific tool and equipment listing. Lede students have access to all the equipment after first receiving safety instruction for and demonstrating proficiency with the equipment. Safety first.
The studio is the heart of Lede. Process-driven and safe for exploration, it is a place of trial, error, grace and victory. Find your niche. Use your voice.
Instructor: Ginger Meek Allen
Studio Workshop Offerings
NOTE: June 6, 2011, we are working on our next class schedule. Send an email to request notification when we have the new schedule in place.BENCH BASICS
METALSMITH'S DELIGHT
METALS CRASH COURSE
HINGED VESSELS
I FOUND IT
PRESENTATION OF THE PRECIOUS
Want to work on your own?
Open Studio
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.Reservation required. $9/hour or $39/day
STANDARD STUDIO HOURS: MON-FRI 10-6; SAT 10-3 (Evenings available by request.)
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Rent a Bench
Move in! Bring your tools, customize the bench pin, and claim a jeweler's bench at Lede on a monthly basis. Full-station 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/monthSTANDARD STUDIO HOURS: MON-FRI 10-6; SAT 10-3 (Evenings available by request.)
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(Update June 23, 2011: We will have one full-station bench available for rent beginning August 1, 2011. Open studio hours are also available on an hourly or daily basis.)