Tacoma Metal Arts Center 3833 6th Ave. Tacoma, WA. 98406 253-227-1694 like <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=69cf7df45d&e=228e4f85c2> View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/e00655f897d8/news-and-inspiration-from-tmac-1971297?e=228e4f85c2> <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=a42682f3d3&e=228e4f85c2> Upcoming Classes: <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=428e69c3d4&e=228e4f85c2> Cloisonne Enamels <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=9ce4bde56a&e=228e4f85c2> *Sat/Sun, July 7 & 8 10:00 am - 5:00 pm $200 plus $35 materials Instructor Jean Tudor* In cloisonné enamel, fine lines of metal wire create patterns and images.The patterns are then filled with vibrant colors of glass that is then fused to the surface through firing. In this class Jean will show you how to create a design with wires as well as tricks for how to bend and apply the cloisonné wires. You will also create patterns with copper mesh, silver foil and gold leaf. Learn the process step by step including how to achieve a matte finish or high polish on the glass surface. You will leave the class with a new creation- a gemlike 'cabochon' suitable for setting in jewelry or metalwork. <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=6a646547b5&e=228e4f85c2> Possibilities of Polymer Clay <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=6d4261b4bf&e=228e4f85c2> *July 15 10:00 am - 3:00 pm $75 plus $20 materials Instructor Meredith Arnold* Polymer clay offers many possibilities in jewelry making. Meredith will show you a variety of techniques to take you from beginner or intermediate to advanced skills in short order. Our project centers around creating a tile bracelet. You will learn tricks for simplifying construction, and a lot of fun surface techniques. Meredith will share her tips and help you step by step so you can put your own spin on this versatile material. Some tools are included as well as instruction for making your own tools. <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=c4a8eee6b4&e=228e4f85c2> Rivets <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=fc255528dd&e=228e4f85c2> *Saturday, July 14 10:00 am - 5:00 pm $100 includes materials Instructor Glenda Dixon* Learn all about rivets in this fun one day class! Rivets are a great solution whenever solder is not an option. Learn the basics of riveting in this quick class. Glenda will cover standard rivets, flush rivets, tube rivets, all kinds of rivets! Learn to make rivets with spacers for a shadow box effect. And, you'll learn step by step how to make a spinning pin wheel pendant, no soldering necessary! Whether you want to incorporate found objects such as glass and wood, or add movement to your pieces, or just add another technique to your metalsmithing tool box, you'll love rivets! <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=9115efe913&e=228e4f85c2> YouTubes! <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=49d080286b&e=228e4f85c2> *Sunday, July 29 10:00 am - 4:00 pm $90 Instructor Jennifer Stenhouse* Learn to use the simple shape of a tube as a starting point for all kinds of projects. Start with a manufactured tube and save time in making containers, beads, stone settings and more! Jennifer will show you how to make unique shapes by folding, bending, crimping and crumpling tubes. Learn to bend tubing to make simple and elegant hoop earrings, as well as bracelets and necklaces! By starting with tubing you will save on materials cost, because the tubing is hollow. Also, this makes your jewelry very lightweight. We will work with round, square and rectangle tubing as a starting point and you will discover all sorts of cool things you can do with tubes! *...plus check out these:* Resins and Rivets <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=303660e9b9&e=228e4f85c2> with Meredith Arnold August 11 Raku Fired Enamels <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=01259473da&e=228e4f85c2> with Jean Tudor August 18 & 19 Molten Magic <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=005fd43bd5&e=228e4f85c2> with Ruth Greening August 25 Seattle Metals Guild Symposium in Tacoma <https://tacomametalarts.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=78d569e6e49cbf2d8f7e18b0c&id=0ffd93b204&e=228e4f85c2> Save the date: October 6!