Jeanne Elmer - Create Art

Here is a listing of the various classes I teach:

Soldered Glass Charms:
By far the most popular class I've taught. It's easy and fun to learn this technique! In this class we create several small glass charms that can be hung from a bracelet or necklace. Students can bring their own art or photo images that have been reduced on a color copier down to an approximate size of 1 inch, or choose from my collection of images & scrapbook papers. We will discuss the collage and design process, & I will demonstration the method of construction and soldering techniques.

Precious Metal Clay:

PMC Pendant: This class is the class for people with no prior PMC experience. Students can learn basic construction techniques, become familiar with Precious Metal Clay and all its possibilities and leave class with a completed piece! We will design and construct a 4 part pendant that you personalize with various textures as well as an accent charm. After the pendant is fired we will finish by polishing and oxidizing it. You can then add a leather cord, chain, ribbon or beads if you like!

PMC Beaded Bracelet:

Create your own individually designed bracelet with a Precious Metal Clay toggle, charm, spacers and bead. We will create all the silver components in class & while the PMC is firing we will discuss bracelet construction. Students can bring their own beads to class for assistance or complete the construction at home. Previous PMC and bead stringing experience is helpful but not required.

PMC Band Rings

Create a unique textured band ring with Precious Metal Clay. In this class we will create the sized rings then fire, finish and polish the rings in one class session. Previous PMC experience required.

PMC Dog Tags

Create mini Fine Silver dog tags personalized anyway you want! We will use mini alphabet stamps to spell out your special message. Add 3D charms to the front of your tag if you wish. We will create, fire and finish the tags all in one class session.

Altered Books I

What is an altered book? An altered book is an existing book transformed into a new book individualized anyway you want. Some possibilities are a quote book, a travel journal or a family tribute album. In this class we will alter a baby board book with decorative papers, paints, stamps, stickers and ribbon. We will discuss themes, adhesives, design elements and layering techniques. This is a great way to take your scrap booking skills to the next level. Students will leave with a partially completed book and the skills to complete the book at home.

Advanced Altered Books

In this class we will take an existing hardbound text book and create a new book by adding collages, cut out windows, pockets, niches, spinners and transfers. Students will need to bring a book that is approximately 5 inches by 7 inches and no more than 200 pages, as well as their own art/photo images for collage work.. We will discuss and learn about overlaying background colors, themes, textures and design techniques.

CLASSES

I currently teach out of my studio, however, check these stores for any other
workshops I may be offering:

www.redleadpaperworks.com
www.paper-source.com