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Carving and Altering Stones at the Bench
This virtual class is ideal for jewelers and artists looking to add stone carving skills without the need for large, expensive equipment.
Over the course of two sessions, this class will explore the basics of stone carving, minor modifications, and alterations, as well as resurfacing to achieve a finished polish. Michael will guide you in creating unique forms that will allow you to create with your stones instead of around them.
Meet the instructor
Michael Boyd is is an internationally known artist. His unique creations in stone and metal are found in numerous private collections and have been widely exhibited at important juried shows, as well as prestigious galleries and museums including Ladyfingers Gallery in Carmel, CA, Patina Gallery in Santa FE, NM, the Aaron Faber Gallery and the Museum of Art and Design in New York.
Formally trained in painting and ceramics, for the past thirty years Michael has focused his creative work in jewelry making, a medium in which he is primarily self-taught. Michael is a generous and inspiring teacher who shares his skills in private workshops and at universities around the country, including Colorado State University, Bowling Green State University and the University of Alaska.
Michael has presented at the prestigious Society of North American Goldsmiths Conference in Denver. Active in the local arts community, Michael has served as a trustee/board member of the Sangre de Cristo Arts and Conference Center in Pueblo, the Colorado Metalsmithing Association and the Pueblo Arts Alliance.
Materials & Tools
There is a $135 materials kit fee for this class that is payable to the instructor via Michael's website: https://www.michaelboyd.com/kits and includes the items listed below. A password for the site will be provided upon registration.
Included in Materials Kit
1 – 200 Grit TR25 Bur from LASCO
1 – 600 Grit TR25 Bur from LASCO
1 – 600 Grit TR100 Diamond Bit from LASCO
1 – D40 Diamond Bit from LASCO
1 – BD10 Cutting Disc from LASCO
1 – 1,200 Mesh Diamond Powder from LASCO
1 – 50,000 Mesh Diamond Powder from LASCO
2 – Mini Cone Felt Buff from LASCO
2 – Mini Knife Edge Buff from LASCO
2 – Wheel buff from LASCO
2 – ¼ oz Tub of Vaseline from Amazon
1 – Diamond Hone From Harbor Freight
6 – Agate/Jasper/Quartz Cabochons
The following supplies will be used for course demonstrations and objectives. A suggested item and/or vendor has been provided below for reference. Click the vendor name to be redirected to a page where you can view the item. The quantities needed for each item are listed first. If ordering, please be aware that some items may come in larger quantities than needed for this class. We recommend not opening an item's packaging until the day of the workshop. Student participation during or in-between class sessions is not required - observers are welcome.
Basic Home Studio
- 1 x rotary tool - flex shaft, micro motor, etc. (RioGrande)
1 x calipers - optional / nice to have (Amazon)
1 x dividers - optional / nice to have (Rio Grande)
Other/Additional Items
- 1 x 4x8x1.5in Small Glass or Ceramic Dish for Water
- 1 x 1000-1200ml Gravity Feeding Bag (for water drip) (anywhere that sells them)