Metals + Lapidary

Intro to Bronze and Copper Metal Clay

  • Schedule Monday, 10 AM - 1 PM
  • Start Date July 20, 2026
  • End Date August 10, 2026
  • Location Sawtooth School for Visual Art
  • Studio Metals Studio - 209
  • Level All Levels
  • Suitable for Ages 18 - Adult
  • # of Meetings 4

If you’ve explored silver metal clay (or even if you haven’t!) you might be curious about working with base metal clays… copper, bronze and their variations. This class explores the basics of working with copper and bronze metal clays. Base metal clays handle differently and have more complicated firing requirements than silver clay, but conquering these few hurdles will result in beautiful pieces in the warm tones of base metals. Learn about conditioning, shaping, attaching, refining, and firing base metal clay pieces. A materials fee is payable at registration and includes materials, including copper and bronze clay, use of tools and firings. Some metal clay experience is helpful but enthusiastic beginners are welcome. Students may repeat the course to keep creating beautiful pieces and building skills.

Instructor

Bonnie Toney

Bonnie Toney

Bonnie Toney’s passion has been creating beautiful things since around age two, when she was first able to hold a pencil and paintbrush. She got interested in gems and jewelry not long after that, and sold her first pair of… Read more