This course will teach students how to achieve this unique, sculptural flare-cut style by combining bright-cut and single-point engraving. Instructor Diane Scalese will demonstrate how to use a variety of specially shaped and sharpened gravers to create this bold, three-dimensional style and sculpt the metal with flowing, elegant cuts. This versatile style allows for a wide variety of artistic expression for the engraver (or jeweler) that can be cut on almost any canvas from silver and gold to steel. Students will apply their new skills to cut a brass pendant, a handmade brass money clip, and a brass lighter.
Course Info
Flare Cutting
Objectives
• Artwork layout & transfers
• Tool theory
• Design
• Scrolls
• Borders
• Lettering
• Specialty tools
• Study and execution of structural elements (building blocks) of flare cutting
Class Project(s)
Brass Pendant
Brass Money Clip
Brass Lighter
Prerequisites
Basic Metal Engraving and knowledge of proper graver sharpening with flats, 120’s, and other commonly used gravers.
Please note: Course information subject to change without notice. Example images may not show exact techniques, methods, designs, etc., taught or demonstrated in course.
Cancellation/Transfer Policy
We reserve your seat upon receipt of course deposit. To transfer or cancel your reservation, notify GRS at least 30 days before the class start date to transfer deposit or receive a refund, less $50. Deposits are not transferrable or refundable less than 30 days before the course start date. If you have any questions about this information, please do not hesitate to call us! We would be glad to help you. Call 800-835-3519, Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM.
