Fine Jewelry Making
Class Description
Precious Metal Jewelry Making with Jan & Dan Niebauer. In this class, you’ll learn basic and advanced jewelry-making techniques. Create your own project plan from start to finish.
This is a multi-week course. The September 10th course will be held 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
$100 for members, $130 for nonmembers. Jewelry making materials are not included, but will be available for purchase; tools are provided. Members use the code JEWELRY for your discount!
Class Dates
Beginning Wednesday, September 10th, from 7 – 9 pm. The first class will be held at the Erie Art Museum.
September 10th @ Erie Art Museum
September 17th
September 24th
October 1st
October 8th
October 15th
October 22nd
October 29th
Materials
Jewelry making materials not included, but will be available for purchase; tools 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.