Experiment with acid etching to create interesting finishes on copper and silver sheet, in this fun workshop with Sally Lees. Bring in some inspirational images as starting points, and develop a series of hand-drawn designs to create patterns in the metal.
During the weekend, you will:

• Explore the graphic possibilities for metal etching
• Develop suitable designs from sketches and other source materials
• Learn to make 'stop out' barriers, using various mediums (varnish, bitumen-based liquid or beeswax)
• Use nitric acid to etch them into the metal

The first day will be spent mastering the techniques involved, and developing a range of different sample ideas. On the second day, you will choose your favourite samples and make them up into one or more finished pieces of jewellery. (This course does not cover photo-etching).

No experience necessary. This course is suitable for jewellers with some experience , wishing to add to their skill set, but is also open to beginners.

Summer school
Dates: Saturday & Sunday 7 & 8 August,
10.30am - 4.30pm
Cost: £260.00, including materials*

*Each student will receive silver, findings and other materials to the value of £35.
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