Posted by Andrella | Under Classes, Metal Clay
Monday Jun 27, 2011
Interested in Bronze or Copper Metal Clay? Have you had some experience with Art Clay? This is the class for you!
This will be a double session, 4 hour workshop where students will learn handling, treating, and firing techinques specific to the Bronze and Copper Art Clay as well as stamping, texturing, and molding techniques that apply to all types of Art Clay.
Tools will be available for classroom use. Students may bring their own tools but are reminded tools used for each type of Art Clay must be kept seperate from the others. Example, one set of tools for Silver, one for Copper, and one for Bronze.
Cost: $50 plus materials, clay purchase recommendations will be made day of class or by speaking with Debbie ahead of time.
Instructor: Debbie McCoy
Level: Intermediate
Posted by Andrella | Under Classes, Metal Clay
Friday Apr 30, 2010
MC Thumbprint
Materials:
Kit includes all materials
Tools available for class use
5 grams to 7 grams of metal clay, teacher will help each student determine how much clay will be needed based on size of thumbprint.
Jump ring included to attach pendant as desired
Cost: $25 to $30, price for 5 grams or 7 grams of clay, respectively
Instructor: Debbie McCoy
Level: Beginner
This simple beginner project makes a great gift for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or any special occasion! Great for kids to make for mom or dad. This workshop is open, so students can come during the time scheduled. First students will do their thumbprint in metal clay. Teacher will give tips on how to use the metal clay and get a good print. After approximately 1-2 hours, the piece will be fired in the kiln and ready for pick up.
Posted by Andrella | Under Metal Clay
Friday Nov 27, 2009
Calling all interested parties in metal clay!!
Tampa Bead Cafe will host a planning meeting for local enthusiasts interested in starting a Tampa Chapter of the nationally organized Art Clay Society. This is the first planning meeting, so do attend if you are interested in being part of this from the very beginning!
Art Clay Society is a national organization for metal clay enthusiasts to gather, share ideas & inspiration, discuss techniques, and so much more!
R.S.V.P. by calling the Tampa Bead Cafe and reserving a space no later than Friday, December 4, 2009.
Posted by Justin | Under Classes, Metal Clay
Tuesday Jan 13, 2009
Badger Balm or Olive Oil or Cool Slip
Distilled Water
Needle Files (before firing), Diamond, Needle Files (after firing)
Mini Needle Files
Tweezers
Paint brush
Small cup (disposable)
Brass brush and/or stainless steel brush
Burnishers (metal or onyx)
Coctail straws and drinking straws
AWL
Flexible sanding pads, buffing cloths, sand paper (wet/dry 400 grit)
Working mat: Styrene, plastic, glass or acrylic
Deck of playing cards
Roller
Ruler
X-Acto knife
Mat cutting blade
Texturing tools
Ball tip tool
This list is just a suggestion; a lot of the items mentioned above are available for classroom use. Please bring any needed supplies you may already have. Just remember that if there is only one item for several students to share, it will lengthen the classes time.
