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.
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
In this one day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques in this 1-day, beginner level workshop.
In this 2-day workshop you will learn the classic silversmithing technique of constructing a bezel for a cabochon stone.
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.
In this 1-day workshop you will learn the classic silversmithing technique of constructing a bezel for a cabochon stone.
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.
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.
In this one day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques in this 1-day, beginner level workshop.
In this 1-day workshop you will learn the classic silversmithing technique of constructing a bezel for a cabochon stone.
Improve your soldering skills exponentially with this deep dive into making solder connections. This class will cover 4 different types of soldering:
Learn how to apply and embellish jewelry pieces with colorful enamel. Basic techniques are introduced such as sifting powdered enamel and kiln firing.
In this one day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques in this 1-day, beginner level workshop.
Expand your design horizons without solder. Cold Connections allow the silversmith to join two materials without using heat. One type of cold connect is the rivet.
In this one day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques in this 1-day, beginner level workshop.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Be immersed in this traditional craft in the unique environment of a working artist’s studio. Learn from practicing studio artist, Blair Anderson a hands on approach to silversmithing techniques.
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.
Learn the foundational skills of silver fabrication techniques in this intensive 5 week course.
In this 1-day workshop you will learn the classic silversmithing technique of constructing a bezel for a cabochon stone.
In this 1-day workshop you will learn the classic silversmithing technique of constructing a bezel for a cabochon stone.
Discover the mysterious world of transparent enamels. Work on copper, fine silver and sterling silver.
In this one day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques in this 1-day, beginner level workshop.
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.
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.
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).
In this one day workshop, you learn the basics of silver fabrication techniques in this 1-day, beginner level workshop.
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