Advanced Bright Cut Engraving
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| Dates 09/17 – 09/21 |
Instructor(s) Diane Scalese |
| Division Metal Engraving |
Skill Advanced |
| Project No project |
Location Emporia, Kansas, USA |
| Cost $ 1395 |
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Course Description
Students go through the steps of fabrication, the challenges of finishing, setting stones, and finally engraving the piece. Beginning with design and layout, the student will learn piercing skills, basic silversmithing, clean-up and polishing techniques, bead and gypsy stone setting, carving of overlays, and advanced bright cutting techniques. Each step will be covered through discussion first, followed by application by students. Several designs will be provided, or students may design their own unique piece.
The course is designed around a belt buckle, but the steps and techniques covered are applicable to most pieces of jewelry requiring fabrication, such as bracelets and pendants.
Course Objectives
Prerequisites
Instructor approval required. Contact GRS for details.
Students go through the steps of fabrication, the challenges of finishing, setting stones, and finally engraving the piece. Beginning with design and layout, the student will learn piercing skills, basic silversmithing, clean-up and polishing techniques, bead and gypsy stone setting, carving of overlays, and advanced bright cutting techniques. Each step will be covered through discussion first, followed by application by students. Several designs will be provided, or students may design their own unique piece.
The course is designed around a belt buckle, but the steps and techniques covered are applicable to most pieces of jewelry requiring fabrication, such as bracelets and pendants.
Course Objectives
- Designing an attractive belt buckle with multiple overlays and stone setting
- Overview of fabrication process, including tools and equipment for silversmithing
- Clean-up and polishing process using micro‑motor tools
- Bead and gypsy stone setting
- Unique bright cutting techniques to enhance stone setting
- Carving and engraving of overlays, including scrolls, flowers, and letters
- Stippling and texturing techniques
- Advanced bright cutting techniques for final finish
Prerequisites
Instructor approval required. Contact GRS for details.
Please note: Course information subject to change without notice. Example images may not show exact techniques, methods, designs, etc., taught or demonstrated in course.
