Prerequisite: Metalsmithing 1
 
In this five-day class, explore the technology and techniques required to work with Argentium Sterling Silver.  Students will learn the processes of fusing, fabrication, and granulation, without using solder. Master goldsmith and Certified Master Bench Jeweler, Ronda Coryell, will provide expert instruction and up-close demos.
 
Students learn the process of fusing both flat and three-dimensional forms. Demonstrations are followed by hands-on experience to create and finish four projects:  earrings, two different types of rings, and a pendant. These four projects will be created using no solder. Each project is fabricated by fusing.
 
Ronda Coryell is a Jewelers of America Certified Master Bench Jeweler and one of the world’s most well regarded experts on the use of Argentium Silver.Learn more about Ronda on her website.
 
MATERIALS KIT: $170 is in addition to your tuition, and is payable directly to the instructor.
Each kit contains materials for the following projects: Earrings: 2 ea, 22ga 1" discs, 2ft of 20ga Round wire; Flat Band: 16ga sheet, 8mmx3", 1ft of 20ga wire; 3-wire Ring with Bezel: 20ga and 22ga sheet, cabochon, round wire ; Pendant : 30x25mm 20ga sheet (base for bezel), 9x25mm 22ga sheet (base for bail); 24ga sheet 3mmx3" (bezel); Black Onyx cabochon 18x13mm; 2ft 20ga Round wire for granules ; 24ga jumpring.
 
MATERIAL & TOOL LIST: 
Bring your metalsmithing toolbox including the following items:
Jeweler's Saw Frame, 2/0 blades, and wax/bur life
Center punch/Scribe
Jeweler’s ruler (6-inch)
Dividers
Flat nose, round nose, and chain nose pliers
Bezel Roller
Flushcut Wire Cutters 
Your favorite hand files such as Half-round Habilis and/or Barette files cut #00–#2, Needle files cut #0–#2
Bezel roller
Sandpaper/Sanding Sticks in 220, 320, 400 and 600 grit
Your favorite Polishing wheels and attachments for FlexShaft
N95, KN95 or P95 face mask
Safety Glasses
OPTIONAL
Apron 
Eye Magnification
 
 
MASTER SERIES CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICIES
Once you have enrolled and paid tuition, there are no refunds or credits for Master Series Workshops if you are unable to attend.
By enrolling in a Master Series workshop, you affirm your acceptance of our no refunds policy and represent to us that you possess the appropriate skills to comply with the prerequisites. 
Check your calendar carefully and choose wisely before enrolling. 
In the event that DJS must cancel the workshop, a refund or credit will be issued.