Mokume Gane Wedding Rings, Metal Arts and Instruction
I am proud to offer quality craftsmanship with obsessive attention to detail in all of my work. My meticulously hand-crafted custom wedding rings, vessels, boxes, bracelets and other jewelry are created using the traditional metalsmithing tools of file, handsaw, torch, and hammer. I fuse my own mokume gane billets right here in my studio and create everything from scratch using ethically sourced metals.
News
Mokume gane demonstrations at SNAG Fall 2021 Symposium
I'm so pleased to announce I'll be speaking about mokume gane and doing patterning demonstrations at SNAG's fall virtual symposium "Tides & Waves: 2021, Eastern Asia" on October 22, 2021.
When I found out about the opportunity to present, I could not believe it happened to fall on the first day of a mokume gane workshop I'm teaching in Long Beach! Why do all the good things happen at once?! Thankfully we figured out a way - I'll be joining SNAG from Diane Weimer's studio. After presenting I'll go straight into my workshop there.
I'll start with some historical background (lots of juicy mokume gane images), then show both simple and complex patterning techniques ...
More info and how to register.
I'm so pleased to announce I'll be speaking about mokume gane and doing patterning demonstrations at SNAG's fall virtual symposium "Tides & Waves: 2021, Eastern Asia" on October 22, 2021.
When I found out about the opportunity to present, I could not believe it happened to fall on the first day of a mokume gane workshop I'm teaching in Long Beach! Why do all the good things happen at once?! Thankfully we figured out a way - I'll be joining SNAG from Diane Weimer's studio. After presenting I'll go straight into my workshop there.
I'll start with some historical background (lots of juicy mokume gane images), then show both simple and complex patterning techniques ...
More info and how to register.
Classes
The Art of Mokume Gane
Diane Weimer's Studio in Long Beach, CA
LIVE! In Person! All in the same studio, wow.
October 22, 23, 24, 2021. 9am-4pm
My first in person mokume gane workshop in 1.5 years - you bet I'm excited! This class will be a smorgasbord of patterning techniques - stamp, twist and some metamorphic. Exact content will be determined by the level of those that sign up. If you have taken online classes with me, I'd love to meet you here in person and help dial in your mokume skills. Or if you are brand new to mokume that is great too. One Covid note - we want everyone to be safe and feel comfortable. The host and I are vaccinated, and we want you to be too. Although hard to say at this time, it is very likely masks will still be required during class, covering mouth and nose at all times while indoors. If these safety considerations aren't okay with you, please have a look at my online classes instead. :-)
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 on Diane Weimer's site.
Diane Weimer's Studio in Long Beach, CA
LIVE! In Person! All in the same studio, wow.
October 22, 23, 24, 2021. 9am-4pm
My first in person mokume gane workshop in 1.5 years - you bet I'm excited! This class will be a smorgasbord of patterning techniques - stamp, twist and some metamorphic. Exact content will be determined by the level of those that sign up. If you have taken online classes with me, I'd love to meet you here in person and help dial in your mokume skills. Or if you are brand new to mokume that is great too. One Covid note - we want everyone to be safe and feel comfortable. The host and I are vaccinated, and we want you to be too. Although hard to say at this time, it is very likely masks will still be required during class, covering mouth and nose at all times while indoors. If these safety considerations aren't okay with you, please have a look at my online classes instead. :-)
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 on Diane Weimer's site.
Free Metal Arts Events
For upcoming free jewelry metal arts events like Sawing Circle and Metal Arts Adventures, go to SanDiegoJewelryLab.com.
"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 |