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Stone Within a Stone
Stone Within a Stone
Stone Within a Stone
Stone Within a Stone
Stone Within a Stone
Stone Within a Stone
Stone Within a Stone

Stone Within a Stone

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Stone Within a Stone 
Instructor: Ryan Gardner
January 19 and 20, Sunday and Monday, 10:00 - 5:00
Class Fee: $420 


Prerequisites: students must be able to solder independently

Class Description:
Combine stones in new ways in this workshop with Ryan Gardner. Students will learn how to incorporate stones into one another by carving an opening into the larger stone to accommodate the smaller stone within it. Then Ryan will demonstrate how he fabricates and aligns the bezels so they can be soldered to the same back plate creating a unique single element with both stones.

Materials INCLUDED:

  • Material KITS Include:
  • Glass cabs for students to practice with
  • Gold and silver leaf
  • Epoxy
  • Various diamond bits for students to use
  • Diamond drill bits
  • Optional: Various diamond carving bits available for purchase. ($7-$14 each)
  • Optional: Various cut stones for purchase. ($10-$40 each)

Students MUST Bring:

  • At least two stones, one smaller than the other. (available in studio store)
  • Bezel wire appropriate for each stone. (available in studio store)
  • Silver Sheet for back plate, 24g. or 20g. (available in studio store)
  • Silver solder; hard, med and easy. (available in studio store)
  • Jewelers saw blades (available in studio store)
  • Tweezers (available in studio store)
  • Toothpicks
  • Super Glue
  • Diamond drill bits – Triple Ripple (sfjs.net) or Bits from Lasco
    - .75mm, 1.1mm, 1.4mm, 2.1mm
  • Core diamond bits – Rio Grande Item #: 349000
  • CL44 or CL95 - Cylinder diamond bits – Lasco Diamond Products
    • 200 or 400, 600 grits
  • TR100 Diamond Bit – Lasco Diamond Products
    • 400, 600 grits

 

 

Students MAY Bring:

  • Any materials you would like to carve.
  • Any diamond carving bits you may have.

Students TESTIMONIALS

  • Ryan Gardner is a joy to have as an instructor. He is not only fun and relaxed he comes prepared and full of useful tips and information. He shares freely of his knowledge and techniques and I will takes every class he offers. He is a beautiful artist and I am greatly inspired." - Marcia G. - 2023

Instructor Bio:

Participation in the arts was always important to me growing up. A strong arts program in high school influenced my decision to pursue a degree in the arts. I chose the arts program at Bowling Green State University in northwest Ohio where I discovered and fell in love with metals. I was introduced to many artists, including Michael Boyd, who became an inspiration for me. Upon graduation I apprenticed for Michael Boyd at his studio in Colorado. That experience turned into an eight year adventure that continues today. It was with Michael that I learned to work with and manipulate stone, adding a new element to my love of jewelry design. Since being in Colorado I have started my own business, Ryan Gardner Designs. I now showcase my work in galleries across the country. I love working with combining stone and metal in new ways creating works of art for people to enjoy in their daily lives. 

Learn More about the Instructor, HERE.

Tools are available to purchase through Danaca Design Studio with 15% student discount code. Shop tools HERE. If you don’t see what you need please email us, dana@danacadesign.com.

Review our class cancellation policy HERE.

All students must fill out and electronically submit the Danaca Design Studio Safety Protocol and Waiver form before attending class.