Metals Summer Session 7
August 23-29, 2020
Edna Madera
Gold Fusing
This workshop will introduce students to surface embellishment through fusing high-karat gold over silver. We’ll cover the basics and then explore additional surface considerations, such as finish, texture, and patina, that will complement students’ own designs. We’ll also cover roll-milling 24k gold, depletion gilding, tool and workspace setup, gold cutting, and torch fusing. Discussions will include prefabricated versus studio-made gold foils, workflow, and design experimentation. Some comfort working with torches will be helpful, but this workshop is open to all levels. Note: This studio has stairs that compromise access; it is made partially accessible by a stair lift. Code 07MA
Studio artist; teaching: Pratt Fine Arts Center (Seattle); Award of Excellence at American Craft Council Baltimore show; publications: New Brooches: 400+ Designs in Contemporary Jewelry, SNAG Jewelry and Metals Survey 2017; representation: Ayesha Studio and Gallery (NJ).
