ARTS 125 — Jewelry and Metalsmithing
This course will introduce students to basic concepts, design and execution of jewelry using non -ferrous metals. Students will learn a variety of techniques, and use them to design and fabricate a body of jewelry and metal objects. We will touch on the vast history of the medium and introduce the exciting range of contemporary jewelry and metal movements. No prior jewelry or metalsmithing experience is required. This course will be held at Portland Pottery, located at 118 Washington Ave in downtown Portland. Students will be responsible for purchasing a required supply kit consisting of tools and materials. The supplies will be pre-packaged and sold directly to students at Portland Pottery on the first day of class. Prerequisite(s): none Corequisite(s): none