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— The Art of the Patina —

art of the patinaIn this frequently requested workshop, you'll learn all about the patina and how to add an oxidized finish to silver, copper, brass and bronze. What turns the metal brown, black, blue, red or green? How can I give my jewelry a professional finish? In this fast-paced 2 hour class, you'll learn to add the patina finish you desire with simple step-by-step proven techniques.


Recommended tools to bring to the workshop:
  • Apron
  • Hand towel
  • Notepad
Please feel free to bring along  a few jewelry pieces that you'd like to patina during the workshop.

A MATERIALS FEE will include the necessary copper and patina supplies.

Your workshop fee includes a written take-home patina "recipe" list with photos.




Class Schedule

art of the patina

art of the patina



"It's amazing how you can change the whole identity of the piece..."




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