Shannon Bundschuh | RISING FORMS // The Art of Dimensional Metalwork | Monday, August 3, 2026 | 9:00 am until 4:00 pm
$220.00
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.
WE WILL RELEASE SEATS FOR PURCHASE THE MORNING OF REGISTRATION.
*** MAY 18TH AT NOON (PHOENIX TIME) ***
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Description
Title of Class: RISING FORMS // The Art of Dimensional Metalwork
Date of Class: 3 AUGUST 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Level: Advanced Beginner / Intermediate
Type: Project
Class Fee: $220
Kit Fee: $ TBD (payable to instructor at class time – Please bring CASH if possible)
Kit includes
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
Instructor will have the following for use in class
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
Student Supply List
MATERIALS
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.
REQUIRED TOOLS
- 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 – CLICK to shop
- 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
- Rechargeable or battery-operated work light
- Ear plugs
- Clear scotch tape
OPTIONAL SUPPLIES
- 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
Additional Class Comments
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.
Instructor Email Address: shanbun20@gmail.com
Instructor Instagram: @carry.a.torch
Instructor Website: carry-a-torch.com
