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Metals & Jewelry

Smith and Nickelson Metals Studio Requirements
While in the Smith and Nickelson Metals Studio, we ask that you always wear closed toed shoes. Do not use equipment that you have not been trained on, unless an instructor is present. Meghan Reese's classes will have supply kits available for purchase on the first day of class. Bob Ritz will provide you with information to purchase your own supplies from Rio Grande. If you have questions, please contact Education Coordinator, Erin Svendsen, education@springfieldart.org.

Beginning Students

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Individualized Metal Casting

Tuesdays Jan 12 - Mar 9 [9 WEEKS]: 6 - 9 PM [Bob Ritz]
 
This class is for true beginners with no experience before this class. You will learn the tools, history, and produce examples in broom cast, cuddle bone cast, and lost- wax cast. You will receive individual instruction and assistance with personal interests and objectives in casting, fabrication and jewelry. You decide what you would like to make and the instructor will help you achieve those goals.
SUPPLIES: You will be provided with information to purchase your own supplies from Rio Grande.
$180 Non- Members. $150 Members

​SAA Members--After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount!

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Intermediate & Advanced Students

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Metal Casting + Fabrication

9 WEEK CLASS. 3 hours. Pick which night you would like below. [Bob Ritz]
This class is for experienced and returning jewelry students. You will receive individual instruction and assistance with personal interests and objectives in casting, fabrication and jewelry. Intermediate and advanced techniques will vary with class interests.
​SUPPLIES: You will be provided with information to purchase your own supplies from Rio Grande
$180 Non-Members. $150 Members 


​SAA Members--After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount!

Thursdays Jan 14 - Mar 11: 6 - 9PM
Wednesdays Jan 13 - Mar 10: 1 - 4PM

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105 N. 5th Street 
Springfield, IL 62701


Wednesday - Saturday 11 AM - 5 PM
​217-544-2787
gallerydirector@springfieldart.org
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SAA Main Campus

School of Art (Studios),
Michael Victor II Art Library,
M.G. Nelson Family
Gallery, and Edwards Place
​ 700 North 4th Street
​Springfield, IL 62702
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Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 3 PM
217-523-2631
office@springfieldart.org