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COURSES and WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOPS - 2016
Workshops are offered on an ongoing basis. The projects below are just a few on offer. We also offer the following workshops: Pendants, earrings, embellished rings, spoons, gold fusing on PMC, etc. We also offer full day workshops where 3 items can be made. I am happy to arrange a workshop of your choice and duration. Just let me know what you would like to make.
"Caning with PMC"
Learn the technique of combining PMC with a combustible medium to create an openwork pendant.
Cost of workshop: R850.00
Duration : Half day
9:30am to 1pm.
Venue: Cullinan
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"Rock `em Rings"
Create a big ring using a bead, beach stone, coin, or any other treasure of your choice that you have been keeping ( and wishing it was in a piece of jewellery!)
Cost of workshop : R900.00
Duration : Half day
9am to 1pm.
Venue: Cullinan
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Do you have a favorite drawing that you would like to convert into a pendant? This project will teach you how to use photopolymer plates to make a unique, one off, original item.
Included in the class fee is a 6.3g packet of Precious Metal Clay , photopolymer plate and the use of studio tools and equipment. If time allows, you can string your pendant with beads that you bring to class.
(The pendant above is from a drawing of me, Nana, by my granddaughter Delana Gravett, when she was 3 years old.)
Cost of workshop: R850.00
Duration: Half day
9am to 1pm
Venue: Cullinan
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I have been doing some mixed media projects that include PMC, mixed metals, leather, beads and a whole host of other items. If you are interesed in doing mixed media workshops, contact me.
All tools and equipment will be available for your use during the workshop.
For a BOOKING FORM call
072-473-2918
or
e-mail me on: debpmcafrica@mweb.co.za
Location, directions and map will be e-mailed
after a booking has been made.
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CERTIFICATION COURSE OUTLINES
CERTIFICATION COURSE OUTLINES
Level 1 Certification
The Level ONE Course is a 3-day class that teaches 8 Projects focusing on building the core skills required for a wide range of PMC projects and covers techniques and design considerations related to the use of the different types of PMC clay.
Completion of this course prepares the student for Level 2.
Completion of this course prepares the student for Level 2.
You will receive a Level 1 Artisan Certificate on completion of the course.
Refreshments and a light lunch will be served.
These are examples of work made in the class.
Level 1 Projects
* Reversible Textured Pendant with CZ
* Lentil Bead - Dry Construction
* Fan Folding - Origami Style
* Filigree Pendant with CZ
* Ancient Amphora - Hollow Form
* Pasted Garden Leaf
*Photopolymer Plate Making
*Photopolymer Plate Making
* Wide Band Ring with Syringe Embellishment
Your kit contains the following:
PMC Book
All the clay for the 8 projects
Working Surface
Steel Brush
Rubber Block
Variety of Straws
Refractory Brick
2 Sets Thickness Strips
Craft Knife
Paint Brush
Bizzy Balm
Burnisher
Pin Vice - Hand Drill
Drill Bit
File
Cork Clay
Removable Adhesive Strips
Tweezers
Sand Paper
Tub for Water and Excess Clay
Teflon Sheets
C.Z`s
All the clay for the 8 projects
Working Surface
Steel Brush
Butane Torch
Roller PVC Rubber Block
Variety of Straws
Refractory Brick
2 Sets Thickness Strips
Craft Knife
Wooden Mandrel
Chocolate Paint Brush
Bizzy Balm
Burnisher
Pin Vice - Hand Drill
Drill Bit
File
Cork Clay
Jewellers Polishing Cloth
Ring Sizer Removable Adhesive Strips
Tweezers
Sand Paper
Tub for Water and Excess Clay
Teflon Sheets
C.Z`s
Other Studio Tools and Equipment will be available for participants use.
Level 2 Certification
This course is open to those who have completed the Level ONE Artisan Certification.
SIX projects are created over a period of 3 days, incorporating techniques that will add to those acquired in the Level 1 Artisan Course.
You will receive a Level 2 Artisan Certificate on completion of the course.
It is understood that the Artisan undertaking this course is competent in the techniques and methods as learned in the Level 1 Course. The curriculum will focus on various advanced techniques and finishes, and allows no extra time for going back to basics.
You will receive a Level 2 Artisan Certificate on completion of the course.
* Enameling
* Pendant with Bezel Set Natural Stone
* Pendant with Bezel Set Natural Stone
* Mixed Media Pendant
*Caning with cork clay
* Dry Construction Bird House
* KeumBoo Gold Foil Process
Included in the price of the course is all the PMC Clay needed for the projects, 'Precious Metal Clay in Mixed Media' by Mary Ann Devos and the following:
Fine Silver Bezel Wire
Natural Stone Cabochon
KeumBoo Gold Foil
Jewellery Enamels
Cork Clay
Agate Burnisher
Paintbrush and Water Pots
Chocolates
Assorted Metal Pieces
Alundum Stone
Tripod for enamelling
Please bring your Level 1 Tools.
Other studio tools and equipment will be available for participants use.
Tea and coffee will be available, and a light lunch will be served.
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If you have any questions please feel free to contact me on
072-473-2918
