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Riveting Metal Jewelry
con Tony Finocchio

In this dynamic jewelry workshop, participants will explore the art of riveting metal to create stunning and unique pendants. Using copper and brass, students will learn the basics of metalworking, including cutting, piercing, and riveting metal. Through hands-on instruction and guidance from local artist Tony Finocchio, students will learn how to create textures and designs using various metalworking techniques. By the end of the workshop, students will have developed the skills and knowledge to create personalized and eye-catching pendants that reflect their style and creativity.

No previous experience is required and all materials and tools will be provided.  This class will take place off site at one of Ah Haa School for the Art’s satellite locations. Address available upon registration. 

About the Instructor

Tony Finocchio es un artista de la joyería que vive y trabaja en Telluride, CO. El estudio de Tony, MetalRock Designs, se especializa en joyería artesanal de plata y metales mixtos diseñada para los de espíritu libre por los de espíritu libre. Durante los últimos ocho años, el Telluride Blues and Brews Festival ha encargado a MetalRock Designs que produzca el colgante oficial hecho a mano para el festival. El trabajo de Tony está representado en Slate Grey Gallery y Picaya en Telluride, Ortega's on the Plaza and Karen Melfi Collection en Santa Fe, y Creative Framing Art Gallery en Louisville, CO. Desde 2018, Tony ha sido instructor principal en Ah Haa School for the artes, que ofrece clases de joyería y artes del metal muy populares tanto para estudiantes jóvenes como para adultos.