CLASSES at PMC Design Studio

Hi All -- being that the Bead Shop closed down I decided to open PMC Design Studio at my home, located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Attached is a picture of my recently remodeled studio. There’s lots of room and many tools ready for your creative ideas. If you look closely you can tell there are a few reminders of the old Bead Shop Classroom -- i.e. tables, tools, kiln etc. I also have all my jewelry design books available to peruse and as well as a treasure trove of textures to make your fabulous PMC pieces.

Current Classes are as follows:

OPEN Studio Time*
Wednesday nights: 6pm-9pm Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3 & 10
Bring your new ideas or unfinished projects and we will work on them. While there will be no formal class instruction, you will receive help/input on your project. Firing is included and all tools available to finish. Cost: $25 per session $45 for two sessions and $60 for three sessions. Materials: Bring your own PMC or purchase additionally from me.

* A note on OPEN STUDIO TIME -- this is a time to work on skills or techniques you are somewhat familiar with -- if you have a specific idea or project you want to work on, please contact me to see if one-on-one time would be a better way for you to accomplish your vision for your project - I want to give each participant the attention they need.

OPEN Studio Time*.
Friday mornings: Nov. 14 & 21, Dec. 5 9pm-12pm
Bring your new ideas or unfinished projects and we will work on them. While there will be no formal class instruction, you will receive help/input on your project. Firing is included and all tools available to finish. Cost: $25 per session $45 for two sessions and $60 for three sessions. Materials: Bring your own PMC or purchase additionally from me.

Photopolymer Plates
Friday afternoons: Nov. 14 & 21, Dec. 5 1pm-4pm
Make unique fine silver (PMC) pieces with this new skill under your belt. Photopolymer plates lets you be in charge of design elements for your PMC creations. Use your favorite quote or sentiment, a line drawing or fine art work and make one of a kind jewelry. PPP's are traditionally used in printmaking but with PMC can be used like a rubber stamp. On the following Friday you can use your newly acquired skills to make beautiful PMC work the following week with some PMC Studio time where you can consult with me to make whatever you desire – or simply make more Photopolymer Plates. Cost: $75 includes plates& use of tools. Other Materials: Bring your own PMC or purchase additionally from me.
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PMC & Resin
SATURDAY Nov. 15th 10am-4pm
Make a textured PMC bezel in any shape you desire. Add a picture or simply color with Resin and Voila! A beautiful PMC piece with added interest. Cost: $95 Bring your own PMCPlus or PMC3. Resin & a variety of images will be provided. If you like, bring your own small images or inclusions.

PMC Rings
Wednesday Nights: Dec. 3 & 10^th 6pm-9pm
In this class you will learn two ring styles: PMC with an imbedded fine silver band and a stirrup band which enables you to add a stone of your choice. These techniques take the mystery out of ring sizing. You will also learn how to set and fire cubic zirconias with PMC. Intermediate to Advanced Class

COMING IN JANUARY

PMC & Gold

PMC Hollow Forms

More PMC Open Studio

Intro to PMC Classes – currently available in one-on-one classes. Also available in January



THE FIRST SIX PEOPLE TO SIGN UP

WILL RECEIVE THEIR SESSION(s)

FOR 1/2 off

If there are any classes you are interested in please let me know and if there is enough interest I can add them -- or you can request private one-on one instruction. If you would like a comprehensive list of classes I teach, please contact me at virginiahuffman@gmail.com

Hope to hear from you soon!
Virginia

Maintaining Creative Community

I am disappoined to report that The Bead Shop in Palo Alto closed in August 2008 after years of leading people down the beading path. I remember when it was just a small shop dazzling people with fabulous gems and inspiring jewelry designs. Over the years it grew into a Palo Alto institution.

A year and a half ago I had been invited to teach Precious Metal Clay classes at The Bead Shop by Frances Manfrey, one of their Education Directors. Teaching was a blast and pushed my creativity to a new level. I enjoy teaching as I meet so many great people and am inspired by other designers. More than anything I miss the creative community I found there.

I try and stay in touch with Bead Shop people as much as possible. One way I am doing that is through an online community Janice Parsons created called Bay Area Beaders. It's a place where we share photos, tips, review websites, gem shows and bead stores. Everyone is welcome to join! http://beadshop.ning.com/?xgsi=1

Another way I am trying to maintain creative community is by upgrading my studio. I now have 20x20 space to make jewelry and teach!! I am grateful for the new space. I will post pics of my haven of creativity when I get a chance. Class dates are also coming. Check back or ask to be added to the list by e-mailing me at virginia@vine-design.com