So I decided to give metalsmithing a try. I took a class from Stephanie Lee. She is an artist I truly admire. Her class was very straight forward and I learned a lot. I have to admit that I was very intimidated by the micro torch at first... so this was a big challenge for me; still now I am concerned of how to keep it safe at home now that it is filled with butane gas. The torch I bought doesn't have a lock, only an open and close gas knob... this disturbs me greatly because I fear the knob might turn accidentally... on its own... and the fumes will kill us... I know I am exaggerating but being a novice, I really don't know what to expect and I originally didn't exactly know what to look for when shopping for a torch.Moving on, here are my very first soldered bezels. They are still unfinished, I haven't bought a patina yet and I still haven't a clue on what to fill them with but here they are. Some of the bezel ideas I took from a class I haven't taken yet, but I plan to as soon as my budget frees up: the Towers and Turrets class by Sharon Tomlinson. I don't want to violate her copyrights and I wanted to give her credit. She is also another artist I admire much.
On a side note, I do want to make more art dolls. I have started on some and they now sit on my table as you can see. This Christmas I gave some of my dolls new homes and it was hard to part with them but I have to share my passion with others who appreciate and admire it. I can't hoard everything I make right!!???
I wish you all the best Christmas (late) and New Years! May your new year be full of new creations, ideas and filled with happiness shared with the ones you love.
Xoxo
Ziggy
Hi Mrs. Ziggy! A belated Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you. It's great to see you here again. And, I admire your courage to work with unfamiliar tools. I'm a freak when it comes to gas items, and worry about explosions and fires too! We have gas heat in the house, and I go outside when my husband lites the pilot for the winter! I was able to convert most of the house to electric when I first bought it.
ReplyDeleteI really like your bezels so far. Maybe you'll become more confident as you continue your classes, and you'll become a pro! You certainly have the talent. I love your dolls.
Have a wonderful holiday and prosperous New Year! See you soon!
I have always thought about doing an art doll but never tool the plunge!
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