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June Live Mokume Q & A - view on youtube.
I recently completed my fourth live Mokume Q & A - I had a great time chatting with fellow mokume artists, including some new faces! I did about a 35 minute recorded presentation on the history of mokume, and showed the work of many different mokume gane makers and their contributions to the field. The resulting video will appeal to both seasoned mokume artists, and those that know nothing about the technical aspects but love looking at beautiful mokume gane work. See my blog for more details and the video.
I recently completed my fourth live Mokume Q & A - I had a great time chatting with fellow mokume artists, including some new faces! I did about a 35 minute recorded presentation on the history of mokume, and showed the work of many different mokume gane makers and their contributions to the field. The resulting video will appeal to both seasoned mokume artists, and those that know nothing about the technical aspects but love looking at beautiful mokume gane work. See my blog for more details and the video.
Two in-person mokume workshops scheduled in Mendocino.
Mendocino, CA: redwoods, dramatic coastline walks, beaches full of seaglass (!), historic small art town, what's not to love? I'm so excited to announce I'll be teaching two 3-day mokume workshops this summer in this charming northern Californian town. The workshops will be held at the well-equipped Mendocino Art Center - participants can stay on campus or at hotels/airbnbs within a few minutes walk. Join me for one or both; registration now open:
Mendocino, CA: redwoods, dramatic coastline walks, beaches full of seaglass (!), historic small art town, what's not to love? I'm so excited to announce I'll be teaching two 3-day mokume workshops this summer in this charming northern Californian town. The workshops will be held at the well-equipped Mendocino Art Center - participants can stay on campus or at hotels/airbnbs within a few minutes walk. Join me for one or both; registration now open:
- Fuse, Forge, & Roll: Creating a Mokume Gane Billet - June 29-July 1, 2022
- The Art of Mokume Gane - July 2-4, 2022
Featured Class
The Art of Mokume Gane - In-person
July 2-4, 2022
Mendocino Art Center, Mendocino, CA
Mokume Gane is an ancient Japanese technique involving fused layers of differently colored metals that form unique organic patterns. This class begins at the patterning stage - we will be using fused mokume gane blanks (copper/brass included in kit fee, other more exotic silver-containing combinations will be available for purchase in class). This allows us to focus on the most artistic part of mokume gane - unique and expressive pattern development. We will be trying a variety of techniques, from stamping to direct hammering among others. The special considerations for fabricating and finishing mokume gane work will be covered, including soldering and patination. Students can choose to focus on creating multiple patterned samples for inclusion in later work, or create one or more simple finished jewelry pieces. This class is available to all levels, however some experience soldering and working with silver will be helpful. Even advanced jewelers/metalsmiths will benefit from learning these secrets of mokume gane patterning. Learn more and register.
July 2-4, 2022
Mendocino Art Center, Mendocino, CA
Mokume Gane is an ancient Japanese technique involving fused layers of differently colored metals that form unique organic patterns. This class begins at the patterning stage - we will be using fused mokume gane blanks (copper/brass included in kit fee, other more exotic silver-containing combinations will be available for purchase in class). This allows us to focus on the most artistic part of mokume gane - unique and expressive pattern development. We will be trying a variety of techniques, from stamping to direct hammering among others. The special considerations for fabricating and finishing mokume gane work will be covered, including soldering and patination. Students can choose to focus on creating multiple patterned samples for inclusion in later work, or create one or more simple finished jewelry pieces. This class is available to all levels, however some experience soldering and working with silver will be helpful. Even advanced jewelers/metalsmiths will benefit from learning these secrets of mokume gane patterning. Learn more and register.
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"Anne was so wonderful to work with for my fiancé's wedding ring! She answered all of our questions during the process and above all, the ring is gorgeous, beautiful, unique and perfect! Thank you, Anne. You have created an heirloom we will treasure for a long time." ~ Emily & Greg |
"Mokume gane patterning with chisels was one of the most enjoyable courses I've ever done." ~ Helen M, Sydney, Australia |