MCAS- Modern Granulation with Metal Clay

Registration for the symposium is required to attend this class. 

Granulation is an ancient metalsmithing technique that has traditionally been done in pure metals, like fine gold or fine silver as the little pieces are fused to the base to create a solid metal piece. It requires some odd materials, such as hide glue and a LOT of patience. Metal Clay has revolutionized the metalsmithing community, and ancient techniques lend themselves to metal clay’s ability to reduce the number of tools needed and simplify processes. In this class you’ll learn how to make gorgeous granulated pieces with an incredibly small number of tools and no special equipment or chemicals. We will look at several granulation traditions to give you lots of inspiration for creating your pieces (and of course, you can always create your own style!) We will talk about the use of embedded jump rings and plain wire, how…