Beginning Wax Carving - 3/18-4/29

Service Description

Beginning Wax Carving This class is in person once a week for 7 weeks, 3 hours per week. If you do not live in Phoenix or cannot participate in person, you can visit our online classes. ​ Class cost: $270, materials separate. To see full supply list, please visit the "Class Supplies" tab at the top of the page. Once you register for the class, a copy of the supply list will be sent to the email you register with. Please check your spam or junk folders if you do not see it in your inbox. This beginning level class will cover the basics of wax carving and the necessary tools. We will carve approximately 5-6 pieces of jewelry over the 7 weeks with the final project being a signet ring. Pictures of sample projects coming soon! Please note: This is a wax carving class. We will not be casting in the class. We will talk about and explain the casting process and will provide a list of casting studios where work can be sent for casting. The schedule is: Week 1: Types of wax, tools, carving a basic textured ring. Week 2: Carving a bombe ring. Week 3: Carving a charm Week 4: Additive techniques, carving earrings Week 5: Signet ring part 1 Week 6: Signet ring part 2. Week 7: Project completion. This week is used to finish up projects from class with the instructor available for help. ​ You will receive a manual with all the techniques and step by step instructions to go along with the class. ​ 10 hours of studio time are provided with this class. Studio time must be used within 90 days of the last class. Make sure you purchase your supplies prior to the start of class. See link above to the materials list. ​ PREREQUISITES: None