Available Classes
This is a partial listing of classes I offer. Most of the classes I teach in studio are customized. My teaching style is fluid and flexible, so the classes adapt to the needs of the student.
I teach the classes below at my studio. Some of the classes I also teach at other locations. More advanced classes are generally taught at my studio so that we have access to all of the tools and supplies needed.
Classes in studio are generally limited to one to three people. You can register or schedule a class by contacting me at studio @ donamiller.com or 541.362.1237.
Types of Classes
There are four types of classes available: Technique based classes, project based classes, “You Create” sessions, and the new for 2024 Cornucopia Sessions.
Technique classes focus on specific techniques and build upon one another to create a body of skills that can be used to create jewelry. Past the introduction or basic classes, these will have prerequisites for skills you need to be familiar with.
Project based classes focus on techniques needed to complete the project. These classes will often have prerequisites of basic skills.
You Create sessions are project based classes and focused on your creating your desired piece of jewelry. This is for you if you want to create something very specific, and need guidance through the process. Basic skills are definitely helpful, but I will guide you through the skills specific to the project.
Cornucopia session are multi-day sessions that are taught in my studio in Joseph, OR. These are new for 2024 and more information will be coming shortly. Sessions will include a Beginners Cornucopia (no experience required), a Bezel Setting Cornucopia (simple hand setting through hammer setting) and much more.
Metal Smithing Classes – Technique Based
basic metal smithing
intro to soldering
working with Argentium
form folding
finishing and polishing
keum boo
rings & rings (using wire and sheet)
Metal Smithing Classes – Project Based
meditation / spinner ring
bezel set ring
embellished stack rings
granulation and fused earrings
torch and hammer earrings
Metal Smithing Classes – Stone Setting
bezel setting
- bezel setting for round and oval stones
- bezel setting angular and irregular stones
- heavy wall bezel setting (hammer set)
flush setting
tube setting
prong setting
- simple prong setting
- basket setting for flat backed stones
- prong setting for cabochons and rose cut stones
- prong setting for round brilliant cut
tab setting
Metal Clay Classes
intro to Precious Metal Clay
setting stones in pmc
bezel setting round and oval stones
bezel setting angular and irregular stones
free form tab settings
free form prong settings
PMC rings
PMC and Argentium