Jewelry Fundamentals w/ Richa Gadgil

Learn the fundamentals of working with small metals in our Jewelry Studio with local artist Richa Gadgil! During this class, you will gain the ability to turn sheet copper or brass and bezel wire into stand-alone jewelry pieces. You will be using our soldering torches and gain familiarity with different soldering techniques in our Jewelry Workshop. You will also gain an understanding of the step-by-step process that goes into making any final jewelry product for your own wardrobe or small business!

What You Will Create: A pendant or set of earrings made of copper or brass

Clearance(s) Earned: Jewelry Studio, including the Rotary Tool, Pickle, Soldering Torches, Polishing Wheel, Tumbler, Sonic Cleaner, and Misc. Jewelry Tools (such as handsaws)

What to Bring/Wear: Closed-toe shoes (no mesh). Long hair must be tied back during operation of certain tools.

Prerequisites: N/A

Age Requirement: Open to ages 16+. Class participants that are 12-17 years old must have a parent present at Protohaven for the duration of the class. 

Rules & Expectations: All members, visitors, and class participants are expected to abide by Protohaven rules and guidelines outlined in the Member Guide.

Minimum Enrollment: 2

Cancellation Policy:

• Single-session class or workshop

  • If canceled 72 hours or more before the scheduled date, the participant will have the option to receive a refund, or have their registration moved to another class or workshop.

  • If canceled within 72 hours of the scheduled date, no refund will be provided, but the participant may choose to have their registration moved to another class or workshop or to receive a credit on their account.

• Multi-session class or workshop

  • If canceled 1 week (7 days) prior to the start date, the participant will have the option to receive a refund or account credit minus a $35 cancellation fee, or to have their registration moved to another multi-session class or workshop, if available.

  • If canceled less than 1 week (7 days) prior to the start date, no refund will be provided, but the participant will receive a credit on their account, minus a $75 cancellation fee.  

If a participant is a no-show, no refunds, credits, or transfers (rescheduling) will be given. Please be aware that there are no exceptions to these cancellation policies. *Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment.*