• SilverWorks Studio 1 Entry
    welcome!
    your smithing journey begins here
  • SilverWorks Studio 2 entry
    studio 2
    boasting advanced tools, studio 2 is a smithing playground!
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About SilverWorks

SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings over 40 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a kind jewelry creations or sign up for one of her popular classes and workshops.

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About Glen Echo Park

SilverWorks Studio & Gallery is located in historic Glen Echo Park and is a Sole Proprietorship owned by artist Blair Anderson. Glen Echo Park is owned by the National Park Service. Programs are produced in cooperation with the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture Inc., the National Park Service and Montgomery County.

Upcoming classes

Here are upcoming classes currently scheduled at SilverWorks

Aug 01
silver hollow beads
The Romantics

Craft sterling silver beads to wear on a cord or wire. You will learn the process of making hollow spheres and cylinders. Make the beads uniquely yours with texturing techniques.

One session on Aug 01
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Aug 14
A collection of sterling silver findings
Silver Passport Series

Findings are all those little “fiddly bits” that finish a good design. Hooks, toggles, ear wires and pin backs can all be created from scratch to make your original designs truly original.

One session on Aug 14
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Aug 15
A wire woven ring with a yellow stone
The Romantics

Weaving wire creates a lovely metal “fabric” to incorporate into your jewelry designs. In this workshop, learn a basic wire weave and how to solder the weave to make a ring.

One session on Aug 15
10:30 am-1:30 pm
Only 2 seats left!
Aug 16
Blue wax and carving tools
For Beginners

Learn the time honored craft of Lost Wax. You will learn to sculpt a ring or pendant (your choice) out of wax with two techniques, addition and reduction (carving & melting).

Three sessions (Aug 16, Aug 23, Aug 30)
10:30 am-1:30 pm
FULL!
Aug 22
A collection of beginner jewelry projects
For Beginners

In this one day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques in this 1-day, beginner level workshop.

One session on Aug 22
10:30 am-4:30 pm
FULL!
Sep 05
A collection of beginner jewelry projects
For Beginners

In this one day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques in this 1-day, beginner level workshop.

One session on Sep 05
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Sep 10
Students taking a class at SilverWorks
For Beginners

In this beginner level two day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques . Skills learned include the use of an acetylene torch soldering, sawing, forging, and texturing.

Two sessions (Sep 10, Sep 11)
10:30 am-1:30 pm
Sep 13
Silver with an embossed pattern
For Beginners

Learn the foundational skills of silver fabrication techniques in this intensive 5 week course.

Five sessions (Sep 13, Sep 20, Sep 27, Oct 04)
10:30 am-1:30 pm
Sep 26
Silver Passport Series

Keum Boo is the ancient Korean surface technique of bonding 24k gold foil over silver. It enhances the perceived value of jewelry with the addition of gold accents.

One session on Sep 26
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Oct 01
Students taking a class at SilverWorks
For Beginners

In this beginner level two day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques . Skills learned include the use of an acetylene torch soldering, sawing, forging, and texturing.

Two sessions (Oct 01, Oct 02)
10:30 am-1:30 pm
Oct 03
A collection of beginner jewelry projects
For Beginners

In this one day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques in this 1-day, beginner level workshop.

One session on Oct 03
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Oct 10
Enameling samples
For Beginners, Jewelry Expressions

Learn how to apply and embellish jewelry pieces with colorful enamel. Basic techniques are introduced such as sifting powdered enamel and kiln firing.

Two sessions (Oct 10, Oct 11)
10:30 am-1:30 pm
Oct 17
silver rings and wire bracelet with green bezel-set stones
Grow Your Skills

In this 1-day workshop you will learn the classic silversmithing technique of constructing a bezel for a cabochon stone.

One session on Oct 17
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Oct 24
silver hollow beads
The Romantics

Craft sterling silver beads to wear on a cord or wire. You will learn the process of making hollow spheres and cylinders. Make the beads uniquely yours with texturing techniques.

One session on Oct 24
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Oct 29
Fingers pushing a cabochon stone into a silver bezel
Grow Your Skills

In this 2-day workshop you will learn the classic silversmithing technique of constructing a bezel for a cabochon stone.

Two sessions (Oct 29, Oct 30)
10:30 am-1:30 pm
Nov 01
Studio 2 poster with tools
Grow Your Skills

In this 4 week course you will complete three (or more) projects designed to graduate you to the next level in Studio 2.

Four sessions (Nov 01, Nov 07, Nov 14, Nov 21, Nov 28)
10:30 am-1:30 pm
Nov 07
A collection of beginner jewelry projects
For Beginners

In this one day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques in this 1-day, beginner level workshop.

One session on Nov 07
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Nov 07
Copper chainmaille
For Beginners, The Romantics

Learn the ancient art of Chainmaille weaving. At the completion of this introductory course, students will be able to complete the Byzantine weave to make bracelets and necklaces.

One session on Nov 07
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Nov 13
A wire woven ring with a yellow stone
The Romantics

Weaving wire creates a lovely metal “fabric” to incorporate into your jewelry designs. In this workshop, learn a basic wire weave and how to solder the weave to make a ring.

One session on Nov 13
10:30 am-1:30 pm
Nov 14
A collection of sterling silver findings
Silver Passport Series

Findings are all those little “fiddly bits” that finish a good design. Hooks, toggles, ear wires and pin backs can all be created from scratch to make your original designs truly original.

One session on Nov 14
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Nov 21
silver chain with star cut-out charms and citrine
Grow Your Skills

Improve your soldering skills exponentially with this deep dive into making solder connections. This class will cover 4 different types of soldering:

One session on Nov 21
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Dec 03
Students taking a class at SilverWorks
For Beginners

In this beginner level two day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques . Skills learned include the use of an acetylene torch soldering, sawing, forging, and texturing.

Two sessions (Dec 03, Dec 04)
10:30 am-1:30 pm
Dec 12
silver necklace with pointed silver cast pieces
Jewelry Expressions

Learn a simple casting technique that will take your artistic expression to a sophisticated level. Watch the magic happen using straw, salt or water to create one-of-a-kind organic shapes.

One session on Dec 12
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Dec 12
A collection of beginner jewelry projects
For Beginners

In this one day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques in this 1-day, beginner level workshop.

One session on Dec 12
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Jan 09
silver chain with star cut-out charms and citrine
Grow Your Skills

Improve your soldering skills exponentially with this deep dive into making solder connections. This class will cover 4 different types of soldering:

One session on Jan 09
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Jan 10
Silver with an embossed pattern
For Beginners

Learn the foundational skills of silver fabrication techniques in this intensive 5 week course.

Five sessions (Jan 10, Jan 17, Jan 24, Jan 31)
10:30 am-1:30 pm
Jan 14
Students taking a class at SilverWorks
For Beginners

In this beginner level two day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques . Skills learned include the use of an acetylene torch soldering, sawing, forging, and texturing.

Two sessions (Jan 14, Jan 15)
10:30 am-1:30 pm
Feb 13
A silver pendant made with precious metal clay
For Beginners

Discover the amazing creative versatility of PMC (precious metal clay). Students complete 3 or more pieces of jewelry while learning the basics of rolling, sculpting, stamping, and firing.

Two sessions (Feb 13, Feb 14)
10:30 am-2:30 pm
Feb 18
Fingers pushing a cabochon stone into a silver bezel
Grow Your Skills

In this 2-day workshop you will learn the classic silversmithing technique of constructing a bezel for a cabochon stone.

Two sessions (Feb 18, Feb 19)
10:30 am-1:30 pm
Feb 20
Copper chainmaille
For Beginners, The Romantics

Learn the ancient art of Chainmaille weaving. At the completion of this introductory course, students will be able to complete the Byzantine weave to make bracelets and necklaces.

One session on Feb 20
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Feb 20
silver rings and wire bracelet with green bezel-set stones
Grow Your Skills

In this 1-day workshop you will learn the classic silversmithing technique of constructing a bezel for a cabochon stone.

One session on Feb 20
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Feb 27
pearl on domed circular silver piece with black neck cord
The Romantics

Enjoy designing and creating a domed silver pendant and bail with the added contrast of a delicate pearl.

One session on Feb 27
10:30 am-4:30 pm
Feb 28
Clear faceted stone set in silver
Silver Passport Series

Add a touch of sparkle to your designs with flush set small faceted gemstones.

One session on Feb 28
10:30 am-1:30 pm

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