Introduction to Enameling
Entry-level class
This class provides you with an overview of the ancient art of fusing glass to metal. You'll learn about metal preparation and fabrication for enameling, kiln properties and methods for firing, properties of enamel, and dry and wet application techniques. As part of the learning process, you will create a one-of-a-kind enameled copper light switch cover. No previous jewelry making, enameling, or metalworking experience necessary.

A Primer in 3D Enameling
Entry-level class
This one-day workshop introduces you to enameling three-dimensional
metal forms. You'll work with soft copper sheet, mesh and copper wire, learn to plan for adding enamel to form, and how to fire forms. Airbrushing equipment and some industrial enameling materials and traditional jewelry enamels will be used.  No previous enameling or metalworking knowledge is necessary.

Small Scale Cloisonné Enameling
(Guest Instructor: Merry-Lee Rae)
Entry-level class
Combine science with art in the intricate process of Cloisonné enameling. Create your own small cloisonné pieces for jewelry or small artwork while learning to use the rich, subtle, and distinctive colors of transparent and opalescent enamels on fine silver. You will be shown the painterly shading techniques and high-gloss polishing instruction will be covered. No enameling experience necessary.

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Porcelain on Steel: The New Language of Enamels
Entry-level class
The primary aim of this intensive week long workshop will be to expand a traditional approach to enamel using porcelain enamel on steel.  We will tap into our wide experience of working with other materials, use our familiar mark-making vocabulary and translate memorable experiences into visuals that speak to our interests and goals of exploring.  There will be daily demos examining porcelain on steel applications, color, drawing, printing, collage methods and combining them together.  We will be using different firing and stoning methods to alter surface finishes.  Individuals will be encouraged to provide drawings, fragments or journals from which to develop their ideas and will have a portfolio of samples at the end, to use as a reference in their individual studios.

Continuing Techniques in Enameling
Previous experience required.
Prequisite: Introduction to Enameling
This class, open to all students with previous enameling experience, is a sequel to the introductory class and designed to improve enameling skills.  The focus will be on manipulating the medium to gain more control over results. Techniques covered will include layering, surface texturing, working on 3-D surfaces, working with under- and over-glaze materials, and working with precious metals.

Enameled Steel: An Introduction to Large-Scale Enameling
Previous experience required.
Prequisite: Introduction to Enameling
This class will give you an overview of how to work with the materials that the enameling industry uses to make signage, appliances, utensils, and architectural elements.  We will draw, paint, silk- screen, and airbrush on heavy-gauge, pre-coated, specialized, enameling steel using porcelain enamel slip, screening inks, and various other materials. Previous enameling experience suggested.

Limoges:The art of Fine Detailing with Enameling
Previous experience required.
Prequisite: Introduction to Enameling
Working with metal oxides and overglazes mixed with various oils creates what are known as “painting” enamels. Painting enamels give the enamelist a means to achieve fine detail and the immediacy of the hand-drawn line, as well as to simulate delicate watercolor washes. This enameling technique, sometimes known as Limoges, first appeared in medieval Limoges, France, and is practiced most prolifically today in Russia. In this workshop you will learn how to prepare a small piece of copper prior to applying and firing painting enamels. You will learn how to prepare painting enamels, and the different methods of working with the materials. Previous enameling experience is a pre-requisite for this workshop.