Powder-coating Workshop,
Instructor Kathryn Osgood
Experiment with powder-coating - an alternative way
to add color to your jewelry and small metal objects. Powder-coated pieces are
baked at 400 degrees to set the finish so a variety of fabrication techniques
may be used to create your piece. Powder-coating can be used on a variety
of metal surfaces and provides a durable, flexible and colorful finish.
Workshop will be held at the jewelry
studio in the COA Professional Arts Building in Manteo, NC on September 22
and 23 from 10 am to 4 pm. To register, call 475-9250 or
475- 9251. Cost for the workshop is $115, which includes materials
fee. For more information on the workshop, call Kathryn Osgood at
258-4285.
Kathryn Osgood is a jeweler, enamellist, metal-smith and assistant
professor at the College of the Albemarle in Manteo, North Carolina. She
received her Master of Fine Arts degree in metal and jewelry design from East
Carolina University. Her work is published in The Art of Enameling, 500
Necklaces, 500 Earrings, 1000 Rings, The Art of Jewelry: Wood, and Contemporary
Enameling: Art and Techniques.
what a great technique to have in your tool bag in this time of high metal costs!
ReplyDeleteI agree with you, Dianne! It’s a big advantage to know how to use powder coating on your products. This kind of finishing adds visual appeal to your brand. Plus, the coating process can also make your product durable, since the coat can resist wear and tear.
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking of taking this and I better get signed up. Does any one else plan on attending and need to register?
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ReplyDeleteI definitely want to get in on this one. I'll plan on registering on Monday.
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