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In this one day class: Learn how to join two or more pieces of metal together using silver solder and a torch. Soldering allows you to make jewelry and other objects from copper, brass, sterling silver, and gold. Start with the basics of metal, flux, and flame to tackle all your soldering troubles and fears with expert technique. The two types of torches available in the BARN jewelry studio will be presented. Through demos and easy hands-on exercises, soldering will be simplified and each student will gain competency through practice.

Details:

• This is a beginning level class.  
• $15 materials fee will be added to class fee when you register.
• Please bring a bag lunch. BARN has a refrigerator to store your lunch, located on the lower level.
• Please wear closed-toe shoes. Wear hearing protectors when warranted and safety glasses; bring your own or use BARN's. Tie back long hair. Avoid loose-fitting clothing and jewelry; roll up sleeves.
  

Instructor: Nanz Aalund’s wide ranging career as a jewelry designer, goldsmith, and educator, began with high school shop classes. After serving as a fine jewelry designer and marketing consultant for Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, and Tiffany & Co., Aalund taught jewelry and metals classes at the University of Washington and at the Art Institute in Seattle. Earning a Masters of Fine Art (MFA/Metals) and a Masters of Education/College and Technical Teaching Curriculum (CTTC). Her work has been exhibited both national and international since the 1980s. She authored the book, "Masters Gold,” published by Lark Books in 2009 and her most recent publication, “A Jeweler’s Guide to Apprenticeship” published in 2017 for MJSA, received a Silver Medal in the national AM&P Excel Awards, in 2018.

Contact: Jewelry.Lead@BainbridgeBARN.org