ART 100A — Jewelry Making Techniques
Various topics will introduce techniques in: construction, forming, fabrication, soldering, inlay, etching, mold making, casting, stone setting, chain making and silversmithing. Students will be encouraged to create and design their own jewelry with both meaning and function. Historical and contemporary issues surrounding jewelry and body adornment will be presented and discussed during the course. May be repeated for up to 3 credits.