Classes at Creative Side | Jewelry Academy of Austin
Creative Side Jewelry Academy offers jewelry classes and private lessons to students of all skill levels. Enroll in one of our many classes, each taught by experienced metal smiths, excited to share their expertise. Please make sure you read and understand ourregistration policybefore signing up for a class. Gift Certificates are available upon request.
Private Lessons are catered to fit your schedule and personal ambitions in jewelry and metal working. Contact info@creativeside.orgfor more information or to schedule a private lesson. Forged Together is a special course offered to couples looking to create their own wedding rings. Contact Courtney@creativeside.org to schedule a consultation.
Jewelers! Looking for a space appropriate for your craft? Creative Side offer studio space for rent. Contact Celina@creativeside.org for more information or to schedule a walk-through. Day..........$35 Week (M-F)..........$75 Month..........$150
Okay jewelers, stay sharp! It takes a lot of hands on practice to get these skills down. Keep your developing your skill set and have fun in the process.
If you still don't feel confident... read more>
Okay jewelers, stay sharp! It takes a lot of hands on practice to get these skills down. Keep your developing your skill set and have fun in the process.
If you still don't feel confident... read more>
This class is designed to strengthen available skills and add techniques and information in the art of jewelry making. Metal working techniques as well as bench skills are being utilized to... read more>
Are you ready to start making your own jewelry? Creative Side Jewelry Academy offers classes for all levels! Join us for our Summer Open House and come see all that we have to offer. Join us in... read more>
Love gorgeous stones and cabochons but have no way to show them off?
Join Ayanna as she demonstrates her custom wrapping techniques. Elegantly capture stones and cabochons of all shapes... read more>
Spend 4 fun filled weeks learning the core techniques of jewelry making. Learn the properties of brass, nickel and copper, and cover basic wire working, stamping, sawing, filing, forming, dapping,... read more>
Spend 4 fun filled weeks learning many core techniques of jewelry making. Using non-ferrous metals such as brass, nickel and copper, together we’ll cover drilling, piercing, sawing, filing,... read more>
FULL. We have a waiting list for this class. If you would like to be added, please email Courtney Gray.
Spontaneity is the spice of life but it can be your foe in the studio! Planning pieces and mapping out an approach will always save you time and money.
Learn how to convey your ideas on... read more>
Are you ready to bring your jewelry designs to life? Have you wondered how and where to start? This two day weekend class is designed specifically for you!
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Extinguish your fear of the flame! This course introduces the jeweler’s torch and essential fabrication techniques.
Learn the 3 most popular soldering methods: chip (“pallion”),... read more>
Learn core techniques of this fascinating and ancient craft with emphasis on fabrication. Complete three projects incorporating skills learned and work with non-ferrous metals such as copper,... read more>
Okay jewelers, stay sharp! It takes a lot of hands on practice to get these skills down. Keep your developing your skill set and have fun in the process.
If you still don't feel confident... read more>
Okay jewelers, stay sharp! It takes a lot of hands on practice to get these skills down. Keep your developing your skill set and have fun in the process.
If you still don't feel confident... read more>
The metal is your canvas! Learn how to incorporate painted, drawn or photocopied imagery into your pieces with the simple and safe technique of chemically etching metal. Draw or... read more>
Ready to get your jewelry business off the ground? Learn how to form a career in the jewelry arts. Whether in the beginning stages, pondering a career change or in the depths of your jewelry line... read more>
Learn the basics and elegantly wrap cabochons in wire. Discover the versatile function of wire as it acts as the bezel, bail and decorative elements. Complete a one of a kind pendant that features... read more>
This ancient method of sand casting allows you to clone found objects (ancient coins, toys, bone, teeth, wax, wood, plastics, etc.) in bronze or silver with a reusable “delft... read more>
Create a ring and earring set while you learn the fundamentals of forging. Explore how metal moves and spreads beneath the hammer . This project based class covers the basics of working on an... read more>
Join this extremely informative lecture on stone setting styles and techniques with a generation goldsmith and master craftsman. Learn about bead setting, pave, channel setting, and... read more>
Discover fast and efficient ways to produce amazing results in fabrication, casting, and finish out and begin to make life at the bench easier! With almost 50 years experience in working with... read more>
Learn core techniques of this fascinating and ancient craft with emphasis on fabrication. Complete three projects incorporating skills learned and work with non-ferrous metals such as copper,... read more>
Are you struggling with finding efficient ways to finish your jewelry? Take the grunting and groaning out of your finish out and finally get some solid answers!
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Learn to fabricate and solder amazing works of wearable art! Create a high end looking ring that is one of a kind. Learn decorative methods: filigree, balling silver, ornate bezels... read more>
Immerse yourself in torch work and practice, practice, practice. Join us in the studio once a week in this course and focus on a variety of soldering techniques, while getting over your fear of... read more>
Work alongside expert jewelry artist and casting technician, Courtney Gray. Together you’ll explore this ancient technique of the jewelry trade.
Design and carve a three dimensional piece... read more>
Explore the power of the rivet in this cold connection workshop. Create kinetic jewelry and learn to set bezels for stones with the power of the rivet! Perfect the tube... read more>
Start including color and brilliance in your jewelry!
Learn how to gypsy or "flush" set stones. This style of stone setting is incredibly versatile and allows you to place stones throughout... read more>
Experience the possibilities of making jewelry with Precious Metal Clay (PMC). PMC is pure silver suspended in an organic binder. This wonderful medium provides incredible... read more>
This is Texas and every Texan needs their own custom belt buckle!
This class will reinforce basic your fabrication skills and teach you how to construct and assemble the components of a... read more>
Learn the basics and elegantly wrap cabochons in wire. Discover the versatile function of wire as it acts as the bezel, bail and decorative elements. Complete a one of a kind pendant that features... read more>
Enjoy an informative lecture and slideshow on techniques of the jewelry trade.
Hear about how technology has progressed the craft from slinging molten metal by hand to high tech lasers that... read more>
With your soldering skills, build a fun cocktail ring that will really pop! Decoratively forge, form and size the shank and bowl setting. Then fasten a bright fire stone or bead(s) with... read more>
This class is designed to strengthen available skills and add techniques and information in the art of jewelry making. Practice metal working techniques and bench skills to improve confidence and... read more>
Are you ready to leap from silversmith to goldsmith? This is a great class to get you started in creating two tone pieces with GOLD. Let a highly experienced generation goldsmith... read more>
Prep - Sift - Fire! Instant gratification!
Learn how to easily add color and dimension to your work with enamel! Make a set of earrings, a pendant, cabochons to be tab set, or even... read more>
Express yourself with stacked bracelets and rings! Using simple silversmithing techniques, create a unique layered look. Working in heavy gauge square and round wire saw , file, solder , and... read more>
Elegantly capture a cabochon and accentuate the stone with a custom formed and textured frame. This course will teach the basics as well as include some introductory metalsmithing techniques.... read more>
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