Open Studio- 6 Week Monday Access
| Dates: | February 24 - March 31, 2025 |
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| Meets: | M from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
| Location: | 25 Sagamore Road Metals Studio |
| Cost: | $240.00 |
There are still openings remaining at this time.
Open Studio- 6 Week Monday Access
Open Studio- 6 Week Friday Access
Here’s your chance to access the Metals Studio!
If you participated in a Metals class in 2024/2025 you can “buy time” in the Metals Studio. You do not have to be registered in a 6-week class to register for Open Studio, but it is expected that you will work within your skill set. A minimum of Jewelry/Metals 1 or Dept permission is required.
A Studio Monitor is available.
Participants are responsible for proper tool use, care, and clean-up. Participants must have experience using the studio's specialized equipment, some of which include: air/acetylene torches, a rolling mill, a hydraulic press, an electro-etching system, polishing/finishing equipment, lapidary machines, etc.
We reserve the right to restrict the use of equipment if it is used improperly and no refund will be issued. We reserve the right to limit consumable consumption.
No materials or supplies are provided, but basic supplies such as solder, saw blades, metal, and stone, etc. may be available for purchase. There is no access to other Studios during this time* Participants should complete clean-up within the 3 hour block. No refund or credit is given for time not used.
*Metals Studio time does not include the use of the enameling kilns, 3D printers, gas forge, oxy/acetylene casting torch, casting equipment.
Notes:
For safety reasons we ask everyone to comply with the dress code policy in the Metals Department: Closed-toe footwear (no high heels), pants/shorts must go below the knee, long hair must be pulled back from the face and secured.
| Fee: | $240.00 |
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| Hours: | 3.00 |
25 Sagamore Road Metals Studio
Melanie Atherton
From a young age, I knew that I wanted to be an artist. However, it wasn’t until recently I knew what that meant for me. Born and raised on the south coast of Massachusetts, I received my BFA in Jewelry & Metals (University of Massachusetts Dartmouth) after bouncing around for quite a bit. In the years prior to receiving my BFA, I dabbled in many mediums from industrial design to painting. I also received my MFA in Visual Arts. (Vermont College of Fine Arts)If you would have told me ten years ago that I would become a professional metalsmith, I may have laughed. Both of my parents were metalsmiths having originally met while in school together. Unfortunately, neither are practicing. That’s why it is sort of bizarre that I have landed here. However, I wouldn’t have it any other way. My education as well as my personal experiences have undoubtedly led me to where I am today, and I can’t wait to see where this journey will take me. I look forward to meeting you and helping you on your creative journey as well!
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2025 | Monday | 6 PM to 9 PM | 25 Sagamore Road Metals Studio |
| 03/03/2025 | Monday | 6 PM to 9 PM | 25 Sagamore Road Metals Studio |
| 03/10/2025 | Monday | 6 PM to 9 PM | 25 Sagamore Road Metals Studio |
| 03/17/2025 | Monday | 6 PM to 9 PM | 25 Sagamore Road Metals Studio |
| 03/24/2025 | Monday | 6 PM to 9 PM | 25 Sagamore Road Metals Studio |
| 03/31/2025 | Monday | 6 PM to 6 AM | 25 Sagamore Road Metals Studio |