CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

Lillstreet Art Center

4401 N. Ravenswood Ave. Chicago, IL 60640

(773) 769 - 4226

Classes

  • Reach out to DarbyDouglas.dd@gmail.com to discuss custom classes.

    Custom classes can accommodate up to 10 students.

    Please get in touch at least 2 months ahead of your proposed dates so we can coordinate with Lillstreet’s Metals programming schedule.

  • Prerequisite: none

    $220

    Dive into basic metalsmithing techniques in this project-based introduction to metalsmithing and sculpture. Projects will focus on functional objects made with metal, ranging from wall hooks to small fabricated vessels. A material kit is required and can be purchased on the first day of class.

  • Prerequisite: none

    $220

    Dive into basic metalworking techniques in this project-based introduction to metalsmithing and jewelry. Each week, you will create a new project ranging from band rings to bracelets. Each project is designed to be completed within that class. A material kit is required and can be purchased on the first day.

  • Prerequisite: One session of Metals 1 or instructor approval.

    $220

    Students will learn metalsmithing techniques such as sawing, forming, soldering, and finishing processes outside the contexts of jewelry-making! Through demos and in-class assignments, students will apply those techniques towards mini sculptural objects.

Workshops

  • Reach out to DarbyDouglas.dd@gmail.com to discuss custom workshops.

    Custom workshops can accommodate up to 10 students.

    Please get in touch at least 2 months ahead of your proposed dates so we can coordinate with Lillstreet’s Metals programming schedule.

  • Prerequisite: none

    $125

    Create a simple silver ring out of soldered round wire. We will learn how to solder a simple joint, form a ring, hammer textures, and polish our creations.

  • Prerequisite: none

    $125

    Create a simple silver cuff bracelet out of soldered round wire. We will learn how to solder a simple joint, form a cuff, hammer textures, and polish our creations.