Fine Jewelry Making
Class Description
Learn basic and advanced jewelry making techniques! Create your own project plan from start to finish.
This is a multi-week course, with the first session (April 15th) at the Erie Art Museum. The remaining sessions will be held at the artist's studio in southwest Millcreek every Wednesday evening. Please note the studio is on a lower level with no elevator access. Pets are also present at the studio, so please be aware if you have any pet allergies. Please contact the instructors for any additional questions at rmjdesigns@gmail.com
Price
$130 for members, $140 for non-members. Members use the code JEWELRY for your discount. Jewelry making materials are not included, but will be available for purchase; tools are provided.
Dates & Times
This class meets on Wednesdays from 7 – 9 pm starting April 15th through June 3rd.
April 15th @ Erie Art Museum
April 22nd
April 29th
May 6th
May 13th
May 20th
May 27th
June 3rd
Materials Required
Jewelry making materials are not included, but will be available for purchase; tools are provided.
About the Instructors - Jan and Dan Niebauer
Jan and Dan Niebauer are master jewelers, educators, and restoration specialists who have dedicated their careers to advancing the art of jewelry and metalsmithing. With advanced degrees in Art Education and Jewelry/Metalsmithing from Edinboro University, they bring a wealth of expertise to their roles as owners of Ralph Miller Jewelers, a renowned Erie institution since 1898. Both have taught jewelry-making for over 40 years. Alongside their work restoring historic artifacts for museums and landmarks, including the Albright Knox Art Museum and Erie Maritime Museum, their award-winning craftsmanship, innovative designs, and contributions to the arts community have solidified their legacy as leaders in the field.