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Jewelry has always been an obsession for me. As a little girl, I could sit for hours on my mother's bed going through jewelry box. I began making jewelry at about eight years old from colored telephone wires and gum wrappers. As a college student at Denison University, I majored in fine art, specializing in intaglio etching printmaking, where metal is etched using a fine stylus. My jewelry is made in a similar fashion by carving wax with a very fine tools in order to create detail within the design. The process begins with an idea, inspired by the beauty around me. It could be pattern from the gorgeous architecture in Spain, where I lived for 18 years, or simple forms found in nature and everyday objects. Theses ideas keep me awake at night until I can see the finished piece in my mind. Then I sit down at my workbench and begin creating. My newest work includes enamel. I am combing my cast pieces with glass fused onto metal to add a little color to my work. It is a fascinating technique. Once again, I am using etching techniques to work in Champleve. The metal is etched and enamel is placed over the etching. When I work with my hands, I am reminded that i can create objects that will last forever. Jewelry can be passed down from one generation to the next. These pieces can be sentimental and hold precious memories. It can be a talisman or bring luck. As my Aunt Bernadette once said, "Jewelry, and our ability to accessorize, is what separates us from lower forms of life."
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Upcoming Sessions

Advanced Techniques in Enameling
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
In this class we will explore more advanced techniques and finishes on enamel jewelry and artwork. Students will learn cloisonné, etching, scrafito application of lusters as well as finishing techniques. This is an accelerated class for students with prior experience in enamel art.

Enameling: Fun with Glass on Metal
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
Learn basic and advanced enameling techniques. We will be sifting, painting, and even drawing on our glass to create unique enameled jewelry. After enameling, the pieces will be mounted and put together to make colorful, artistic, and one of a kind wearable art.

Wax Carving & Casting for Beginners
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
In this class students will learn to carve and create a piece of jewelry in wax using additive and subtractive techniques. We will use carving tools, burrs and wax pens. Students will then cast their pieces in sterling silver using the lost wax casting process. Polishing and finishing techniques will be covered so that a completed piece of jewelry can be taken home by the end of the session. No prior jewelry or metal smithing experience is necessary.

Advanced Wax Carving & Casting
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
This class is for the intermediate to experienced student who has taken class with Michel or has previous experience. “Advanced Wax Carving” is designed to perfect wax carving techniques in order to create jewelry that is hand carved in wax and then cast in sterling silver or gold. We will cover various techniques such as wax granulation, lathing, creating bezels for stones in wax, and design creation. Students will learn to work independently to carve their pieces, sprue, invest, cast and polish.

Advanced Techniques in Enameling
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
In this class we will explore more advanced techniques and finishes on enamel jewelry and artwork. Students will learn cloisonné, etching, scrafito application of lusters as well as finishing techniques. This is an accelerated class for students with prior experience in enamel art.

Enameling: Fun with Glass on Metal
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
Learn basic and advanced enameling techniques. We will be sifting, painting, and even drawing on our glass to create unique enameled jewelry. After enameling, the pieces will be mounted and put together to make colorful, artistic, and one of a kind wearable art.

Wax Carving & Casting for Beginners
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
In this class students will learn to carve and create a piece of jewelry in wax using additive and subtractive techniques. We will use carving tools, burrs and wax pens. Students will then cast their pieces in sterling silver using the lost wax casting process. Polishing and finishing techniques will be covered so that a completed piece of jewelry can be taken home by the end of the session. No prior jewelry or metal smithing experience is necessary.

Advanced Wax Carving & Casting
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
This class is for the intermediate to experienced student who has taken class with Michel or has previous experience. “Advanced Wax Carving” is designed to perfect wax carving techniques in order to create jewelry that is hand carved in wax and then cast in sterling silver or gold. We will cover various techniques such as wax granulation, lathing, creating bezels for stones in wax, and design creation. Students will learn to work independently to carve their pieces, sprue, invest, cast and polish.

Introduction to Jewelry Making & Design (Ages 10-12)
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
This class is for students who have no experience in jewelry making. Instruction covers the fundamentals of basic tools and safety in the jewelry studio. Students will be engaged in the design process to create both decorative and functional metal objects. The works produced may include wearable art as rings, earrings, pendants or bracelets.

Jewelry Making & Design (Teens Ages 13-18)
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
Create and personalized jewelry for special occasions, like earrings, rings and bracelets. Students will learn to polish, hammer and shape metal, texturing and adding beautiful beads and stones to make it work. Participants will be engaged in the design process to obtain wearable creations by the end of the week. All materials will be provided.

Introduction to Jewelry Making & Design (Ages 10-12)
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
This class is for students who have no experience in jewelry making. Instruction covers the fundamentals of basic tools and safety in the jewelry studio. Students will be engaged in the design process to create both decorative and functional metal objects. The works produced may include wearable art as rings, earrings, pendants or bracelets.

Jewelry Making & Design (Teens Ages 13-18)
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
Create and personalized jewelry for special occasions, like earrings, rings and bracelets. Students will learn to polish, hammer and shape metal, texturing and adding beautiful beads and stones to make it work. Participants will be engaged in the design process to obtain wearable creations by the end of the week. All materials will be provided.

Introduction to Jewelry Making & Design (Ages 10-12)
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
This class is for students who have no experience in jewelry making. Instruction covers the fundamentals of basic tools and safety in the jewelry studio. Students will be engaged in the design process to create both decorative and functional metal objects. The works produced may include wearable art as rings, earrings, pendants or bracelets.

Jewelry Making & Design (Teens Ages 13-18)
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
Create and personalized jewelry for special occasions, like earrings, rings and bracelets. Students will learn to polish, hammer and shape metal, texturing and adding beautiful beads and stones to make it work. Participants will be engaged in the design process to obtain wearable creations by the end of the week. All materials will be provided.

Introduction to Jewelry Making & Design (Ages 10-12)
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
This class is for students who have no experience in jewelry making. Instruction covers the fundamentals of basic tools and safety in the jewelry studio. Students will be engaged in the design process to create both decorative and functional metal objects. The works produced may include wearable art as rings, earrings, pendants or bracelets.

Jewelry Making & Design (Teens Ages 13-18)
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
Create and personalized jewelry for special occasions, like earrings, rings and bracelets. Students will learn to polish, hammer and shape metal, texturing and adding beautiful beads and stones to make it work. Participants will be engaged in the design process to obtain wearable creations by the end of the week. All materials will be provided.