Intro to Copper Bowl Forming

Students will learn how to saw (optional), file, texture and anneal sheet copper with ball pein hammers. They’ll gain an understanding of forming techniques using wooden and steel dapping blocks, and how to polish and finish their bowls. Everyone will work to make 1-2 small copper bowls, perfect for rings, keys, incense or pure decoration! No previous metal working experience is required.

• Jeweler’s saw techniques (optional)
• How to file metal
• Texturing copper with hammers, punches, and a rolling mill
• Annealing copper
• Forming techniques (dapping/sinking)
• Finishing and polishing

Beginners looking to expand their creative craft with metal vessels! Students must be 16 years old or older. All students under 18 must be accompanied by and under the direct supervision of a responsible adult.

• Copper sheets and discs, hammers, files, PPE
• Access to A2's Jewelry Shop and tools for the duration of the session.

Eli is a visual artist and metalsmith. He enjoys forming sheet metal into functional objects, casting with bronze, making small sculptures, and exploring patinas and textures on metal. He has a keen interest in geography and biology and tries to highlight concepts from both disciplines in his art.