MetalClay Arts Conservatory

I'm pleased to introduce the first in the series of online classes from The MetalClay Arts Conservatory. This new cutting-edge format has given me a platform to include all the skills and techniques I've developed throughout my career.

Sincerely,
Wanaree

www.metalclayartsconservatory.com

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"Kinetic Bell Pendant" Fully articulated and musical, this project emphasizes dimensional design in metal clay, walking you though not only the clay process but how to design dimensionally as well.

Learn how to create a piece that's your own all the way from texture to patina.

Incorporating kinetic elements into metal clay: a fully articulated bell stem and swing bail.

Introduction ot kinetic connection in metal clay
with "Kinetic Earrings"

Learn to create your own unique designs.

"Let Your Work Become Music to the Ears"

An example of project possibilities from this Comprehensive Course. The Ringing Kinetic Bell Pendant and Kinetic Earrings combined with additional Bell Shaped Beads, custom clasp, and repurposed antique turquoise stone rondells. 

"Gate At The Garden of the Gods" (4PAM_16)

My parents live in Thailand, which means once every couple of years I get to go visit, and they're always gracious enough to drive me all over the countryside to ogle all the temples, markets, and sites. Last year my in-laws guided us up north to a beautiful sculpture garden call "The Garden of the Gods." Sculpture garden is a bit of an understatement as many of the sculptures were the size of buildings. I know I'm a lucky duck, a place like this could inspire a thousand pieces, yet I remained a bit oblivious to the potential there.

 A few month ago I joined a Facebook page hosted by Catherine Witherell called Texture Tuesdays. EveryTuesday, people will post photos based on a theme Catherine so cleverly devises. The theme that week was doorways, and I posted a gate that lead to the central shrine at "The Garden of the Gods." Fortunately for me, it caught Gorden Uyehara's attention, and he quite innocently stated I should make a cuff based on that design. As they say, if it was a snake, it would have bit me. Thank goodness for other artists, this piece wouldn't have come into being without them.

Just managing to get it to sinter was an exciting feat, but having it on the cover of Metal Clay Artist Magazine for their third anniversary issue is beyond any expectation I would have for it. So here it is, it took about two month to complete and lots of courage to fire. It's the process behind the piece through stills and video. If you're curious about the specific skills demonstrated, check out my previous blog postings about all those techniques. And another big THANKS to Catherine and Gordon no man is an island, much credit goes to you and the staff at MCAM.

Pierced PMC Sterling Clay Ring (4PAM_6)

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