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RISING FORMS // The Art of Dimensional Metalwork

with Shannon Bundschuh

Advanced beginner
RISING FORMS // The Art of Dimensional Metalwork: a finished piece from the class

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When and where

  1. Monday, Feb 1, 2027

    9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Times are MST, the event's local time.

At a glance

Skill level
Advanced beginner. Advanced Beginner / Intermediate
Class type
Project
Prerequisites
None listed
Total time
7 hours
Room
Announced closer to the event
Class size
14 students

Fees

Class fee
$220
Kit fee
$110, paid to the instructor on class day, not charged online

Payable to instructor at class time. Please bring cash if possible.Precious Metal Pricing: Kit fees that include silver or other precious metals are subject to market fluctuations. Final pricing will be established and locked in on the date the instructor purchases the metals.

About this class

Bring your metalwork to life—layer by folded layer. In this immersive class, students will explore how to build depth, shadow, and striking dimension using folded and raised metal components. Whether you choose to craft a bold ring or an eye-catching pendant, you’ll learn how to create focal pieces that rise—literally and artistically—off the surface. Through thoughtful layering and structural shaping, we’ll dive into techniques that turn flat sheet into sculptural forms, adding visual interest and a sense of movement to your work. This project is all about giving your designs a new point of view—elevated, expressive, and anything but flat. Come ready to fold, form, and rise.

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Included in the kit

Covered by the kit fee.

  • Sterling metal and components
  • Stone (Options will vary. You are welcome to bring one of your own as well.)
  • Detailed Handout
  • Sanding Cloth
  • Pro Polish Pad
  • Sheet Solder, flux

Tools the instructor brings

Shared in class. You do not need to pack these.

  • Soldering stations – torches, fuel, solder, platforms, quench bowls, towels
  • Table protection
  • Pickle
  • LOS patina
  • Baking Soda for neutralizer
  • Dawn, paper towels, dishpans for water
  • Flex shaft
  • A few extras of tools on student list

What to bring

Your own tools and materials for the class.

  • All required sheet metal and one stone will be provided for the project. You are welcome to bring additional metal or stones if you’d like extra options. Students may also bring patterned wire for use as a pendant bail or ring band. Standard wire provided in class will be plain half-round. If available, I will also have patterned wire for purchase during class.
  • PLIERS // Chain Nose, Round Nose, Flat Nose, Flat/Half Round, Bail Pliers (7mm+9mm), Wrap and tap or ring bending pliers
  • Ring mandrel
  • Drill Bits (my preferred are Busch Twist Drills Size 0.80 MM)
  • Disc Cutter - I’ve only a couple for use in class that will be shared. If you have one and can bring it, please do. This will be a rate limiting step.
  • Circle Template
  • Chisel - I like the cheapy ones from Home Depot and Lowes. I recommend around a 5/8 size.
  • Flush Cutters
  • Miter Jig
  • HAMMERS // Rawhide or Nylon mallet, Chasing hammer, Brass Mallet for use with Disc Cutter
  • Steel Bench Block and rubber base
  • FILES // Cut #2 - flat, half round, Needle files
  • Jewelers Saw & Blades (2/0 or 3/0)
  • Bench Pin & Clamp
  • Cut Lube or Blade Butter
  • SOLDER PICK
  • Tweezers - for detail work and a pair for soldering
  • Third Hand
  • Sheers
  • MEASURING TOOLS // Ruler with MM, Digital Caliper (if you have one)
  • Foam sanding pads (3M) - Fine, Superfine
  • Sketchbook and/or pad of paper
  • Pencil and Fine Point Sharpie
  • Magnification / Optivisor
  • Ear plugs
  • Clear scotch tape

Optional supplies

  • Work light and extension cord
  • Polishing and Sanding wheels to be used with the Flex Shaft
  • Your makers mark stamp or other stamps to add to the back of your pieces

Safety and preparation

Before class
Please note that everyone works at their own pace, and not all students may complete the project during class time. That is completely normal and part of the learning process. Your kit includes a detailed handout with step-by-step guidance to help you finish your piece at home, as well as serve as a helpful reference when you return to your own studio.

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