Discover the magic of water casting in this one-day jewelry making workshop. Water casting is an experimental and free-form casting technique that transforms molten metal into beautifully organic shapes and textures as it meets water. No two pieces are ever alike.

In this hands-on class, you'll learn the fundamentals of water casting and create your own unique cast elements. You'll then transform your pieces into finished jewelry by learning essential fabrication techniques including soldering, shaping, finishing, and polishing. By the end of the workshop, you'll leave with one or more completed pieces such as earrings, rings, pendants, or bracelets.

All tools, materials, and safety equipment are provided. This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as students with some jewelry-making experience who are looking to explore a more experimental approach to metalwork.

• Date: Friday, July 17th  |  10am - 3pm
• Tools & wax materials included.
• Location: Emilie Shapiro Jewelry
  59 N Park Ave, 2nd Floor | Rockville Centre NY 11570
  
  

Emilie Shapiro is a jewelry designer, instructor and educator and has been practicing her craft for over 20 years. Emilie received her B.F.A. in Art + Design with a concentration in jewelry and metalsmithing from Syracuse University. She also studied at Alchimia, a contemporary school of jewelry in Florence, Italy with artists Peter Bauhuis, Yoko Shimizu, and Marzia Rossi. Before launching her own jewelry line, Emilie worked as a bench jeweler and production manager for various jewelry companies in New York City. Emilie also teaches jewelry workshops in her studio, as well as online classes offered on her website, and has taught at wonderful institutions like the 92Y, Brooklyn Brainery, Liloveve Jewelry Studio and more. Emilie is the author of How to Create Your Own Jewelry Line & Creative Wax Carving.