Simple Prong Setting

with Erica Gramp

Saturday, October 26 · view days & times
Price: $275 | $247.50 ArtsQuest Member
Fees: $5 Visual Arts Service Fee on all orders
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Venue: Jewelry Studio
Ages: 18+

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4 Weeks

Saturdays, October 26-November 16 | 4-7 p.m.

Prong setting takes a little finesse, but is a silversmithing skill that opens up a lot of possibilities for creative jewelry design. In this 4 week class, students will design and create a ring, pendant or brooch with a prong set stone or other object of choice. Stones provided in class will include a selection of mostly round or oval, flat backed, smooth cabochons (and perhaps some interesting challenges) to choose from. Students are welcome to bring their own stones or other objects of interest for their projects, and we will discuss their potential for simple prong settling. For instance, faceted stones with a tall pavilion require a basket setting and are beyond the scope of this class. Creativity is encouraged in conception, design and execution of the finished piece! Students will have personal support as well as group discussion and reflection on the work. Previous silversmithing experience is required.

Erica is a multi-passionate silversmith, SoulCollage® facilitator, and progressive art educator, based in Hunterdon County NJ. She earned her BA in art therapy from New Jersey City University in 2012, and studied mental health counseling and art therapy on the graduate level at Caldwell University. As an exhibiting silversmith, Erica is fascinated by the deep, personal connection people form with jewelry. These objects hold meaning, memory and even identity as they become interwoven into the lives of their wearers. In her work, she strives to honor the age-old practice of body adornment as a meaningful ritual of empowerment and transformation. She exhibits her silver work at various art markets, music and yoga festivals, and renaissance fairs all over the northeast USA.

Schedule

• Saturday, October 26, 2024 @ 4:00 PM 10/26/2024 04:00 PM 10/26/2024 07:00 PM 15 Simple Prong Setting https://www.bananafactory.org/event/16510/simple-prong-setting/ Jewelry Studio false MM/DD/YYYY

Venue Information

Jewelry Studio
Banana Factory
25 W Third Street
Bethlehem, PA 18015
610-332-1300
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