Follow with a double loop in loop chain and other variations if time permits. Students must have some basic metal skills. Students will channel set stones in silver rings and carve from wax a custom cast channel ring. The second half of the workshop will give instruction in fabricating basket settings the simple way. Both settings may be combined to create a beautiful ring.
Stone setting is detailed work and requires good vision and hand-eye coordination.
This ongoing class in the art of forming pottery on the wheel takes place at Rutgers University-Newark, Bradley Hall, Room 515, three blocks from the Museum. The skills acquired culminate in glazed-fired functional and decorative pottery. Instruction includes hand-building techniques. The basics of setting up and using your camera will be explained, such as how to use the the accessories including tripod, lighting and audio control, batteries and microphones. Instruction will include both VHS and Digital cameras.