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Silversmithing a "Basket"
The twisted basket (or cage as it is sometimes called) is a traditional accent typically employed in ornamental blacksmithing. In this one day workshop, we will learn how to reproduce this wonderful form on the jewelry scale. Emphasis will be placed on design considerations that come with translating blacksmithing techniques into non-ferrous metal, along with the knowledge to apply this technique in their own personal studio work. Students can expect to create at least one finished basket, and/or several samples created through experimenting with this technique.
Meet the instructor
William Vanaria is a Massachusetts based artist with a penchant for oddball materials. His work utilizes traditional metalsmithing techniques and a wide verity of non-traditional materials to produce jewelry which both questions and comments on notions of romanticism, value, fakery, and the hierarchy of materials present within modern day consumer culture. Through his work he pushes for a broader system of value which has been formulated though experience, consideration, and critical thinking.
William received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design with a concentration in "Jewelry & Metalsmithing" in 2012. Afterwards, he spent time working within the jewelry industry and volunteering as a teacher's assistant for various art institutions. He found that the latter was much more fulfilling, so he went on to further his education within the arts and to pursue a career in teaching. William received his Masters of Fine Arts degree from the University of Massachusetts: Dartmouth in 2016; once again with a concentration in "Jewelry & Metalsmithing."
Materials & Tools
There is a $35 materials fee for this course that is payable upon registration. This materials kit includes brass and silver square wire as well as various tools needed to complete projects.
- Notebook/sketchbook and a writing utensil.
- A fine tipped marker