Intermediate Jewelry
Instructor: Wendy Thurlow
Wednesdays, 6:00 – 9:00
Session 1: Jan. 11, 18, 25 Feb. 1, 8
Session 2: Feb. 22, 29, Mar. 7, 14, 21
Session 3: Mar. 28, Apr. 4, 11, 18, 25

This class is for students who have the basic skills of jewelry making. Strengthen your skills, develop your creativity and gain knowledge of the craft. New projects will be introduced to help guide you through this process.

$110 ACM members	$135 non members
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3	Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

So You Think You‘re Advanced
Instructor: Wendy Thurlow
Thursdays, 6:00 – 9:00
Session 1: Jan. 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9
Session 2: Feb. 23, Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22
Session 3: Mar. 29, Apr. 5, 12, 19, 26

In this class it’s recommended that students have developed a strong sense of craftsmanship, creativity and independence. This class is for the student who has all the basic skills and then some... Instructor’s approval is needed to register.

$110 ACM members	$135 non members
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3	Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Thursday Independent Study
Instructor: Clara Ricker
Thursdays, 1:00 - 4:00
Session 1: Jan. 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9
Session 2: Feb. 23, Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22
Session 3: Mar. 29, Apr. 5, 12, 19, 26

Are you looking for more studio time to finish a piece of jewelry, work on improving your skills or learning something new with an instructor to help you through the process? If so, then this is the class for you. Students will work on unfinished pieces or the new project of their choice. Materials are purchased at each class and the supply fee is paid weekly.

$110 ACM members	$135 non members
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3	Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Wednesday Independent Study
Instructor: Clara Ricker
Wednesdays, 9:00 – 12:00
Session 1: Jan. 11, 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8
Session 2: Feb. 22, 29, Mar. 7, 14, 21
Session 3: Mar. 28, Apr. 4, 11, 18, 25

Are you looking for more studio time to finish a piece of jewelry, work on improving your skills or learning something new with an instructor to help you through the process? Is so, then this is the class for you. Students will work on unfinished pieces or the new project of their choice. Materials are purchased at each class and the supply fee is paid weekly.

$110 ACM members	$135 non members
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3	Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Polymer Clay Jewelry - Supply List
Instructor: Amy Culbert
Tuesdays, 1:00 – 3:30 OR 6:00 – 8:30
Session 1: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7
Session 2: Feb. 14, 21, 28, Mar. 6, 13
Session 3: Mar. 20, 27, Apr. 3, 10, 17

Discover the fabulous creative magic of polymer clay! It’s like coloring in 3-D! Basic clay techniques will be covered, as well as introducing fresh and innovative techniques for new and old clayers. Bead making, mokume gane and simple caning are some of the skills you will learn. You’ll have the freedom to choose (create?) your own projects in which to apply your newly learned techniques. Join us in this fun and relaxed class!

$85 ACM members	$110 non members
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3	Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

$85 ACM members	$110 non members
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3	Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

All Wired Up - Wire and Bead Jewelry - Supply List
Instructor: Colleen White
Mondays, 10:00 - 12:00
Session 1: Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Learn to create unique jewelry using brightly colored copper wire and beads. Includes ornamental wraps, coiling, spirals, using wire jigs, building your own findings, making chains and basic wire wraps for cabochons. Make beautiful necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings and more in this fun workshop. Materials list given on signup.

$85 ACM members	$110 non members
Session 1	Session 1

Kumihimo Jewelry
Instructor: Colleen White
Mondays, 10:00 – 12:00
Session 2: Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, Mar. 5

Working with both round and square looms, you’ll learn different patterns for weaving kumihimo cords, then how to add beads to your patterns, and even build a wire kumihimo bracelet and different ways to create your own clasps and findings. Ask for materials list when you register.

$85 ACM members	$110 non members
Session 2	Session 2

All Wired Up - Wire and Bead Jewelry - Supply List
Instructor: Colleen White
Mondays, 10:00 – 12:00
Session 3: Mar. 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2, 9

Using brightly colored copper wire and beads, learn to make your own necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings and findings. Class instruction includes coiling, spirals, use of wire jigs & coiling gizmos’s, adding found objects and re-cycling old jewelry into new.

$85 ACM members	$110 non members
Session 3	Session 3

Beginning Jewelry
Instructor: Clara Ricker
Tuesdays, 1:00 – 4:00 OR Tuesdays, 6:00 – 9:00
Session 1: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7 (Day Classes FULL)
Session 2: Feb. 21, 28, Mar. 6, 13, 20
Session 3: Mar. 27, Apr. 3, 10, 17, 24

Have fun while learning the fundamental skills to create your own jewelry! This class provides an introduction to materials, tools, studio safety and basic design. Each week a new project incorporating a new skill will be introduced. Materials are purchased at each class and the supply fee is paid weekly.

$110 ACM members	$135 non members
Session 2 Session 3	Session 2 Session 3

$110 ACM members	$135 non members
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3	Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Intermediate Jewelry
Instructor: Clara Ricker
Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Session 1: Jan. 11, 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8
Session 2: Feb. 22, 29, Mar. 7, 14, 21
Session 3: Mar. 28, Apr. 4, 11, 18, 25

This class is for students that have the basic skills of sawing, filing and torch soldering taught in the Beginning Jewelry class. If you are ready to strengthen those skills and apply them to stone setting, metal forming, cold connections and adding texture and dimension, then this is the class for

$110 ACM members	$135 non members
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3	Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Metal Clay Studio
Instructor: Denise Rieth
Fridays, 9:30-12:30
Session 1: Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb. 3
Session 2: Feb. 10, 17, 24, Mar. 2, 9
Session 3: Mar. 16, 23, 30 Apr. 6, 13

Metal Clay is a new material whose properties and potential have stimulated creativity in the art of jewelry. Learn new techniques, practice skills, and participate in design challenges in this studio class for all levels of metal clay artists and all brands of metal clay. Artists should bring their own tools, sketchbook and choice of clay. Beginners must complete an orientation with Denise before first class. Firing options will be available during and outside of class depending on type of clay used.

$85 ACM members	$110 non members
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3	Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Basics of Enameling
Instructor: Colleen White
Mondays, 1:00 – 4:00
Session 3: Mar. 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2, 9

Learn basic techniques of enameling on copper including sifting, sgraffito, stenciling, and wet packing technique for cloisonne. Create brilliantly colored pendants and charms using the ancient art of enamels.

$85 ACM members	$110 non members
Session 3	Session 3

Bronze Metal Clay Jewelry - Supply List
Instructor: Colleen White
Mondays, 1:00 – 4:00
Session 1: Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Bronze Clay, one of the newest metal clays on the market, makes precious metal clay an affordable medium for anyone. In this five week beginner’s class, you will learn how to build jewelry in metal clay using stamps and molds, set stones in PMC, and build a hollow lentil bead. Create your own pendants, earrings, and beads in gleaming golden bronze and learn skills that can be used in any metal clay.

$85 ACM members	$110 non members
Session 1	Session 1

Advanced Bronze Metal Clay Jewelry - Supply List
Instructor: Colleen White
Mondays, 1:00 – 4:00
Session 2: Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, Mar. 5

You’ve got the basics down, now let’s learn some advanced techniques in metal clay. Ring making, bezels for stones, carving dry clay, and building complex construction will be covered in this advanced bronze metal clay class. We’ll also cover adding color to your pieces with various techniques, including patinas, resins, and enamels.

$85 ACM members	$110 non members
Session 2	Session 2

Intermediate Jewelry
Instructor: Wendy Thurlow
Wednesdays, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Session 1: Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2
Session 2: Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28
Develop your creativity while strengthening you skills. New projects will be introduced each week with the intent of broadening your skills. Solder, ring making, chains and cold connections will be covered.

$110 ACM members	$135 non members
Session 1 Session 2	Session 1 Session 2

So You Think You‘re Advanced
Instructor: Wendy Thurlow
Thursdays, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Session 1: Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3
Session 2: Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
New techniques and projects will be introduced and others reviewed.
Strengthen the development of your creativity while enjoying jewelry
making. It’s recommended that students have developed their own sense of creativity and independence, Instructor’s approval is needed to register.

$110 ACM members	$135 non members
Session 1 Session 2	Session 1 Session 2

Jewelry Open Studio
The jewelry studio is available for use by members of ArtCenter Manatee who have successfully completed a Silver I jewelry class at ArtCenter Manatee. The open studio fee is $10 per half day. Jewelry open studio is scheduled monthly with a studio monitor so please call 746-2862 for studio times and to register. Evening open studios must be paid for at the time of registration.

Studio space is limited - Please register at least 24 hours prior to your desired Open Studio time.

Fees:
ACM members:
1/2 day $10.00 per person
Full day $20.00 per person

FSG members:
1/2 day $5.00 per person
Full day $10.00 per person