Greetings!
Happy holidays! We are sending you holiday cheer along with success stories about Revere students, graduates, and staff in this issue of RevereNews. We are very proud to share these stories of achievement. Glenda, Ronda and Alan join me in sharing our support and congratulations for all of your efforts. Please send me your own success story. We love to brag about our students! In this issue, we feature Wayne Werner, one of the Masters from our 2010 Masters Symposium, plus new classes, tips and more. Classes for our Winter / Spring 2010 Open Session and Masters Symposium are filling quickly. If you have been thinking about registering, please don't wait. We are always disappointed when students can't get the classes they want because they are full. We encourage you to register on-line. Using our shopping cart is quick and easy, and you can now see photographs of the projects from each class. Thank you for being part of the Revere community. See you in class, - Christine Dhein Assistant Director |
JTI Grads Earn Diplomas & Awards
Next JTI Diploma Program Dates: May 3-June 25, 2010
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This week the Revere Academy awarded its Jewelry Technician Diploma to 22 students who graduated from the Fall JT Intensive program. The 8-week Jewelry Technician Intensive Program, led by Alan Revere, includes instruction in fabrication, stone setting, casting, polishing, repair, trade practices and hand engraving. Students in the program also meet designers, bench jewelers and manufacturers who offer advice based on their own experinces. Each semester the JT Intensive concludes with a juried competition. Students work on an independent design project for Revere's classic Box Ring, from his book, Professional Goldsmithing. The assignment combines students' creative talents along with the technical skills they learned in the JT Intensive. Students and faculty voted to select winners in a number of categories. All the work was painstaking made and displayed excellent technical mastery. The following award-winning students received gift certificates donated by Otto Frei: Best Stone Setting: Sarah Peterson, Most Dramatic: Tara Brannigan, Technically Excellent: Jarex Schmidt, Most Marketable: Natsumi Korcal, My Favorite: Chris Gil, and Best Engraving: Diana Paris. The next JTI program will be held May 3 to June 25, 2010. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have been thinking about taking the JTI program, don't delay. Learn skills now that you can use tomorrow and for years to come. Reserve your space now in the next JTI program with a $1000 deposit.  From left to right: Natsumi Korcal, Johnny Lin, Tara Brannigan, Stefanie Burrington, Shelley Tiss, Lan Luan, Karen Stephenson, Chris Gil, Diane Brazeau, Chrissy Guibara, EJ Braida, Jim Smith, Katelyn Sullivan, and Laura Bowman  Sarah Peterson, Janet Underwood, Diana Paris, Michelle Aslan, Jarex Schmidt, Christy Amador, and Megan Matlock |
Symposium Spotlight: Wayne Werner
Hot & Cold Connections, April 12-16, 2010
Exploring the Ring, April 17-18, 2010
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We are excited to present an exciting line-up of all-star instructors for our 2010 Masters Symposium.
Each month the RevereNews will feature a different instructor so you
can learn more about our highly talented visiting masters. This month
we are featuring Wayne Werner from Baltimore, MD.
Wayne Werner of Baltimore, MD
Invited Master, Masters Symposium, 2010
  
(above) Hot & Cold Connections with Wayne Werner April 12-16, 2010 This class is a great opportunity to learn all sorts of connecting techniques including four types of rivets, screws, tabs, clips, four soldering techniques, fusing and much more.
Wayne Werner's grandfather, father and uncle were jewelers. In addition
to coming from a metalsmithing background, Wayne has traveled the world
to learn from metalworkers in Italy, Egypt, Java and Bali. In the
1980's Wayne met Alan Revere, who told him something that persuaded him
to pursue his passion for making jewelry as a career. Alan said, "doctors hear from people when they are sick, lawyers hear from people when they have a disagreement with someone, but jewelers get a call when someone wants to mark an occasion, or to say 'I love you' with a piece of art." Keeping Alan's statement in mind, to this day Wayne knows that the joyfulness of his job is a real blessing.
Working with metal comes naturally to Wayne and for the last 17 years he has run a successful jewelry studio specializing in gold, platinum and silver smithing. He creates custom, production and one-of-a-kind pieces. He has received many awards for his work including the World Gold Council's Gold Distinction award and the MJSA Vision Award. Wayne states, "My work is a testimony to life's splendors. Like precious metals, we are a product of the earth cooling down, a collection of little miracles and cosmic happenings. Through my work, I wish to give people a chance to embrace something magical inside themselves."
Wayne enjoys teaching because it gives him satisfaction to give something back to the metalsmithing community. Teaching gives him a renewed sense of energy. "I like to watch student faces light up when they figure something out or when they conquer a challenging project."
Wayne is looking forward to sharing his knowledge with Revere students during our 2010 Masters Symposium. He will be teaching Hot & Cold Connections, April 12-16 and Exploring the Ring, April 17-18, 2010.
Registration began October 1, 2009, and some classes are already full. Payment in full is required to reserve space in classes. Register online or, by calling 415-391-4179. |
(above) Exploring the Ring with Wayne Werner
April 17-18, 2010
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Student Success Stories
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AGTA 2010 Spectrum Award Winners
Ivan Sagel from Chicago, IL won 2nd Place in Men's Wear. The winning design is a 18K white and yellow gold ring featuring a 4.07 ct. millennium-cut blue Tourmaline.
 
Michael Endlich, owner of Pave Fine Jewelry Design, with locations in both Berkeley and Oakland, CA won 3rd Place and Manufacturing Honors in Business/Day Wear. The ring on the left is 22K yellow gold ring featuring a 9.51 ct. green Tourmaline and the ring on the right is made in 18K rose gold ring featuring a 9.93 ct. rainbow Moonstone accented with two diamonds.
 
Naomi Sarna of Naomi Sarna Designs in New York, NY
won 2nd and 3rd place in carving for her
hand-carved Mexican fire Opal (22.6 grams) and hand-carved almandine Garnet (25.1 grams)
Daily Candy
Daily Candy featured the debut jewelry collection of Revere Graduate, Jessica Winzelberg.
Revere Graduate, Charmaine Ho announces the launch of her new line and website, Violuna Jewellery.
Revere Graduate, Lydia Wilson celebrates the Fifth Anniversary of her jewelry store, Marlowe & Company Jewellers in St. Helena, CA.
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Bench Tips from Alan Revere
Two of a Kind: Sawing Parallel Lines
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Jewelers frequently are required to saw two parallel lines in
metal, such as when removing one size from a ring shank. In this case,
it means making two perfectly parallel cuts 2.5 mm apart. At first it
might seem to make no difference how the task is approached, so why not
just saw through one place all the way, and then saw through the other?
But as you start to make the second cut, the ring becomes surprisingly
hard to stabilize. With the metal sliced all the way through from the
first cut, the piece becomes flimsy, making it hard to hold onto for
that second cut. Next time you 're faced with this problem,
try alternating between the two cuts. Saw only halfway through he metal
for the first cut, and 75 percent of the way for the second. Then
return to the first cut and saw 90 percent of the way, and continue
alternating in this manner until both cuts are 95 percent complete. The
remaining bridges of metal stabilize the pieces, and you can cut
through the remaining 5 percent on either side much more easily. You'll
be surprised at the difference this little trick makes, especially when
cutting though thin metal. This tip is from 101 Bench Tips by Alan Revere, published by MJSA. Illustration is by Sean Kane. Order now!
More Bench TipsVisit our new and improved Bench Tips page with clever and time saving tips taken from the book, 101 Bench Tips for Jewelers by Alan Revere; Alan's Bench Tips 102+ that have been recently published in his column in MJSA Journal; Old Bench Tips from Alan Revere, and Green Jewelry Tips from Christine Dhein. New tips will be added each month, so be sure to check back often. |
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The Revere Academy is a professional jewelry school where master craftsmen pass on their skills and knowledge to students at all levels. Beginners and hobbyists as well as experienced working bench jewelers come for dozens of short, intensive classes (just 3-days!) and diploma programs lasting 2-4 months. I hope you will be able to join us for a class soon!
Sincerely,
Christine Dhein
Assistant Director
Revere Academy
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New Classes Added!
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Argentium™:
Fusing & Fabricating
Jan 22-24, 2010
Instructor: Ronda Coryell
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Argentium™ is a new silver alloy that does not tarnish, which has always been the main problem with traditional sterling silver. In general, the new metal responds to jewelry processes in similar ways to sterling, with some small exceptions. Take this class to learn the technology and techniques required to work with Argentium™ Sterling Silver. Instruction includes fusing simple and complex, flat and three-dimensional forms. Demos are followed by hands-on practice, as students create rings, earrings, bezels and a hollow bead. Bring small stones and/or some 18k or 22k gold and learn how to combine these materials with Argentium™. Prerequisite: Fabrication 2 or experience. 24 hours Register Now!Metalsmithing 1-B: BasicFeb 19-21, 2010 Instructor: Suzanne Pugh Goldsmiths, silversmiths, and blacksmiths all use hammers to shape
metal by forging, raising, sinking and forming. These age-old
techniques are the foundation for making metal objects of all sizes,
including jewelry. Take this class and learn the basics of smithing,
using several types of hammers. You will complete a series of
functional and ornamental projects in copper and/or silver, including
samples of forging and forming; a small raised bowl, and a forged
bangle bracelet. Prerequisite: Fabrication 2 or experience. 21 hours - Register Now!
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Winter / Spring 2010 Registration
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Register now!
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Registration for the Winter / Spring 2010 Open Session began October 1, 2009. Classes fill on a first-come, first-served basis and classes are filling quickly. Register now using our on-line shopping cart.
View our Winter/Spring schedule and check our our Open Session and new and elective classes.
Above: Keum-Boo class project
Instructor: Christine Dhein
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The Right Tool
for the Job
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Otto Frei now carries
Revere pliers.
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Revere Faculty
Exhibitions & Interviews
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Interview with
Christine Dhein
Listen to the interview with Christine Dhein on CraftCast with Alison Lee as they discuss Christine's work, Green Jewelry, Keum-boo and more.
Above: Closer to You, Necklace in recycled 24k gold, sterling silver and pearls by Christine Dhein
Faculty Exhibitions
The work of Christine Dhein, Revere Faculty, and emiko oye, Revere Staff will be featured in SCRAP's
3rd annual exhibition, ReVisions: New Creations from SCRAP, a look at
the art of creative reuse, held in two locations through the end of
January.
Opening reception at reMake Lounge, 50 Post St. #9
December 11, 6-8 pm
Opening reception at the Eco-Center, 11 Grove St.
January 14, 5:30-7:30pm
The work of emiko oye, Revere Staff, will be featured in the following exhibitions:
From Minimal to Bling
Contemporary Studio Jewelry
Society of Arts & Crafts
Boston MA
Through Jan 2, 2010
GlassWear
Traveling US/International Exhibition
Mobile Museum of Art
Mobile, AL
Through Jan 3, 2010
Paper or Plastic?
Luke & Eloy Gallery, Pittsburgh PA
Through Jan 16, 2010
Re-make/Re-model
Artists reinterpret works from the Permanent Collection
National Ornamental Metal Museum, Memphis TN
Through Jan 31, 2010
Faculty Exhibitions: Maharajah's 6th from My First Royal Jewels in by emiko oye
Above: Encrypted: Key 1 Brooch by emiko oye
Interview with
Michael David Sturlin
Listen to the interview with Revere Instructor, Michael David Sturlin, on Blog Talk Radio with Jay Whaley as they discuss Michael's work, teaching philosophy and more. |
Featured Classes with Michael David Sturlin
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Hand Crocheted Chain
Mar 27-28, 2010
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Under the guidance of renowned goldsmith Michael David Sturlin, learn
his signature, award-winning hand crochet technique. Each student will
use a needle and fine silver wire to produce a supple and elegant
bracelet or necklace chain, ready for a clasp (see Quick Clasps below.) This workshop is process-oriented and is appropriate for students
at all levels. No previous experience is necessary. 16 hours
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Quick Clasps & Findings
Mar 29-20, 2010
Learn to make a variety of simple clasps, end caps, connectors, bails
and findings for jewelry. This class is perfect for students who want
to create handmade components to complete their jewelry and for those
taking Hand Crochet Chains (see above.) Instruction combines
traditional goldsmithing techniques such as forging, forming, filing,
swaging, sawing and piercing to produce jewelry components. Learn how
to make patterns and prototypes for multiples, plan production
sequences, and develop unique design ideas. 16 hours
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Marketing
Designer Jewelry
Mar 26 2010Would you like to get your work into stores and see it featured in
magazines? Are you perplexed about pricing? Confused about consignment?
Cautious about copyrights? Get answers to these questions and lots
more. Learn to promote and sell your jewelry. This class offers
invaluable information for jewelry designers, metalsmiths,
craftspeople, artists, manufacturers, and entrepreneurs as well as
those entering the field. Topics include product development, image,
advertising, press releases, trademarks, sales reps, trade shows,
crafts fairs, credit, competitions, photography, display, security,
catalogues, and lots more. 7 hours - Register Now! |
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Professional Goldsmithing Reprint
Alan Revere's classic book on the art of goldsmithing is now available as a high-quality, spiral-bound, black and white reprint with the original color cover. This text documents the fabrication of 30 projects in detail and is only available from Revere Academy Books.
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Setting Repair
Alan Revere's second book on jewelry repair is based on his
long-running series in JCK magazine. Follow seventeen key setting
repairs ranging from simply tightening a bezel to replacing prongs,
retipping, soldering near and replacing stones and much more. With 164
close-up color images and 63 sketches, this book is essential for
anyone doing setting repairs.
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