Jewelry Workshop: Etched Earrings

Draw on metal and create unique earrings in this one-time workshop well suited for beginners and advanced students alike. Students will take a design of their own and using a non-toxic saltwater etching technique, etch the design into the surface of sheet metal. After etching, students will solder earring posts to the backs of their designs. Using a patina, students will then darken the metal and sand back the highpoints to make their design pop. Students will create a finished set of earrings they can take home at the end of the workshop. This workshop could be a good fit for those interested in 2D artmaking and want an introduction into a handful of basic metalsmithing processes. Accessibility Note:This studio has partial stair access. The main workspace is reachable via an alternate entrance, but some areas require stairs. Please contactadulteducation@fleisher.orgto discuss accommodations.