Fundamentals of Jewelry Making II: Soldering Intensive

Dates: Wednesdays, June 25 - July 23 (5 meetings)

Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Instructor: Evan Cyr JM '20

Confidence at the soldering bench requires in-depth knowledge of the soldering process and a lot of practice. Understanding the many approaches to soldering, when they are appropriate, and the tools and products available help a jeweler strategize the best way to fabricate a piece of jewelry. Learn to refrain from lighting the torch until many questions are answered and a clear plan for how the piece will be put together – not just an isolated join – is determined. Through a series of exercises and progressively more challenging projects, this analytical process proves critical in producing an anxiety-free soldering environment. Many finishing techniques are explored, which adds to the professional look of your work.

Tools & Supplies: All tools and supplies are provided for this class. You may bring your own optivisor if you want, or use one provided by NBSS.

Attire: This is a general list of how to dress for the shop environment, please contact ce@nbss.edu if you have any questions. 

• Closed-toe, comfortable, and protective footwear (sneakers or boots     
• No loose clothing
• Long pants suggested
• No loose jewelry
• Long hair must be tied back

Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Jewelry Making I: Essential Skills or equivalent experience. If you have questions about your experience, please contact ce@nbss.edu.