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How would you like to learn?

Our classes occur in 6 or 8 week sessions at the studio.

Workshops are 1 to 5 day events with visiting instructors who teach specific skills or projects

Pop Ups are 1 to 3 day events that focus on single skills or short projects.

Learn something new today!

At MAGG, we know there's no end of things to learn about metalsmithing. Whether you've always wanted to learn about making traditional filigree, exploring the mysteries of stone setting, or simply don't know where to start, our Classes, Workshops and Pop-Ups are going to help you every step of the way.

Workshops

  • Working with Mitsuro Hikime
    Working with Mitsuro Hikime
    Membership Offer
    Fri, Jan 24
    Instructor Jennifer Stenhouse
    Jan 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – Jan 26, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Jan 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – Jan 26, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Instructor Jennifer Stenhouse | In this 3-Day Workshop, explore the ancient art of Mitsuro Hikime a Japanese modeling wax that showcases exceptionally delicate details. We will also explore several pulling techniques for creating ribbon like jewelry.
  • Fusing Fun with Argentium Silver
    Fusing Fun with Argentium Silver
    Membership Offer
    Fri, Feb 21
    Instructor Linda Bernasconi -MAGG Studio
    Feb 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – Feb 23, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Feb 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – Feb 23, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Instructor Linda Bernasconi | Explore the magic of Argentium Silver opening up design vistas not possible with traditional Sterling. Fuse, granulate, and texture with Argentium and 22k Gold- the possibilities are endless!
  • Transform Unworn Jewels into Innovative Adornment
    Transform Unworn Jewels into Innovative Adornment
    Membership Offer
    Fri, Mar 21
    Instructor Jill Herlands at MAGG Studio
    Mar 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – Mar 23, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Mar 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – Mar 23, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Instructor Jill Herlands | We all have jewels that are outdated and unworn. Instead of leaving them in a drawer, let's use the components to create new fabulous adornments! We'll take apart the unused jewels and redefine what components can be!
  • Hydraulic Press: Metal Sampler Quilt
    Hydraulic Press: Metal Sampler Quilt
    Membership Offer
    Fri, Apr 04
    Instructor Sarah Chapman at MAGG Studio
    Apr 04, 2025, 10:00 AM – Apr 06, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Apr 04, 2025, 10:00 AM – Apr 06, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Instructor Sarah Chapman | Through a combination of demonstration and practice, this fast-paced workshop will introduce participants to creating form and texture in metal with the hydraulic press to create a "sampler quilt".
  • Bezel Fabrication & Construction
    Bezel Fabrication & Construction
    Membership Offer
    Fri, May 16
    Instructor Sam Woehrmann at MAGG Studio
    May 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – May 18, 2025, 5:00 PM
    May 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – May 18, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Instructor Sam Woehrmann | We will be learning my method of fabricating bezels in 22k gold and either 18k gold or sterling silver. I'll bring gemstones to purchase or you can use stones you already have.
  • Embracing the Process: Fused and Reticulated Sterling Silver, Pearl and unusual stone setting strategies
    Embracing the Process: Fused and Reticulated Sterling Silver, Pearl and unusual stone setting strategies
    Membership Offer
    Fri, Jun 13
    Instructor Todd Conover at MAGG Studio
    Jun 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – Jun 15, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Jun 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – Jun 15, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Instructor Todd Conover | Join us for a three-day jewelry and silversmithing class focused on working with fused and reticulated sterling silver, setting strategies for unconventional stones, pearls, and crafting custom pin back mechanisms.
  • Hidden Gems: Crafting Jewelry from Unlikely Materials
    Hidden Gems: Crafting Jewelry from Unlikely Materials
    Membership Offer
    Fri, Sep 12
    Instructor Anna Johnson at MAGG Studio
    Sep 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – Sep 14, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Sep 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – Sep 14, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Instructor Anna Johnson | Unleash your creativity in this workshop that examines jewelry-making through a “trash to treasure” lens. Designed for those eager to explore unconventional materials, this course encourages students to playfully and curiously experiment with found objects.
  • Painting with Powdered Metals on Steel
    Painting with Powdered Metals on Steel
    Membership Offer
    Sat, Oct 18
    Instructor Bette Barnett at MAGG Studio
    Oct 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – Oct 19, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Oct 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – Oct 19, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Instructor Bette Barnett | In this workshop students will learn an innovative new metal fusing technique that was developed by the instructor—Painting with Powdered Metals on Steel. Learn how to use powdered metals as paint to create a spectrum of color on steel surfaces.
  • Wanna Mesh Around? Fusing and Enameling Woven Steel Mesh
    Wanna Mesh Around? Fusing and Enameling Woven Steel Mesh
    Membership Offer
    Mon, Oct 20
    Instructor Bette Barnett at MAGG Studio
    Oct 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – Oct 22, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Oct 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – Oct 22, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Instructor Bette Barnett | During this workshop, students will have the opportunity to create various mesh forms, including cylinders, cubes and hemispheres. In addition, students will create at least two mesh pieces using fused metals and/or enamels.

Classes

If you are a skilled metalsmith or are just starting out, there is a class for everyone.

Level up your skills to the next level!

  • Sunday Evening Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing
    Sunday Evening Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing
    Sun, Mar 16
    Instructor Donna D'Aquino at MAGG Studio
    Mar 16, 2025, 5:30 PM EDT – May 11, 2025, 9:00 PM EDT
    Instructor Donna D'Aquino at MAGG Studio, 5353 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340, USA
    Instructor Donna D'Aquino | Building upon the skills that students have learned in the first beginning class, this class will focus on further developing and improving those skills.
  • Monday Morning Advanced Jewelry and Metalsmithing
    Monday Morning Advanced Jewelry and Metalsmithing
    Mon, Mar 17
    Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart at MAGG
    Mar 17, 2025, 10:30 AM EDT – May 12, 2025, 2:30 PM EDT
    Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart at MAGG , 5353 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340, USA
    Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart | Refine your craft and elevate your jewelry-making skills in our Advanced Jewelry Metalsmithing class. Designed for experienced students seeking to excel independently, this course offers personalized guidance from a seasoned Metalsmith.
  • Tuesday Morning Advanced Metalsmithing
    Tuesday Morning Advanced Metalsmithing
    Tue, Mar 18
    Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart MAGG Studio
    Mar 18, 2025, 10:30 AM EDT – May 06, 2025, 2:30 PM EDT
    Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart MAGG Studio, 5353 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340, USA
    Instructor Helen Blythe-Hart | Refine your craft and elevate your jewelry-making skills in our Advanced Jewelry Metalsmithing class. Designed for experienced students seeking to excel independently, this course offers personalized guidance from a seasoned Metalsmith and Jeweler.
  • Tuesday Evening Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing
    Tuesday Evening Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing
    Tue, Mar 18
    Instructor Donna D'Aquino at MAGG Studio
    Mar 18, 2025, 6:00 PM EDT – May 06, 2025, 9:30 PM EDT
    Instructor Donna D'Aquino at MAGG Studio, 5353 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340, USA
    Instructor Donna D'Aquino | In this Beginner 1 class students will build upon the skills they have previously learned. This class will focus on further developing fabrication and hand skills through a number of hands on demonstrations.
  • Wednesday Morning Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing
    Wednesday Morning Beginner 2 & 3 Metalsmithing
    Wed, Mar 19
    Instructor Donna D'Aquino at MAGG Studio
    Mar 19, 2025, 10:00 AM EDT – May 07, 2025, 1:30 PM EDT
    Instructor Donna D'Aquino at MAGG Studio, 5353 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340, USA
    Instructor Donna D'Aquino | Building upon the skills that students have learned in the first beginning class, this class will focus on further developing and improving those skills.
  • Wednesday Evenings Lost Wax Casting
    Wednesday Evenings Lost Wax Casting
    REGISTRATION CLOSED
    Wed, Mar 19
    Instructor Dallas Vinson at MAGG Studio
    Mar 19, 2025, 6:00 PM EDT – May 07, 2025, 9:30 PM EDT
    Instructor Dallas Vinson at MAGG Studio, 5353 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340, USA
    Instructor Dallas Vinson | Learn how to create carved wax models that you will turn into sterling silver jewelry with the art of Lost Wax Casting. You will learn how to mix and pour investment, how to calculate how much silver you need, kiln usage, and the burnout process.
  • Thursday Morning Beginning  1 & 2 Metalsmithing
    Thursday Morning Beginning  1 & 2 Metalsmithing
    Thu, Mar 20
    Instructor Lisa Winn at MAGG Studio
    Mar 20, 2025, 10:00 AM EDT – May 15, 2025, 1:30 PM EDT
    Instructor Lisa Winn at MAGG Studio, 5353 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340, USA
    Instructor Lisa Winn | Start from the beginning and learn to saw, solder and form jewelry. I’ll cover correct sawing techniques, how to safely use an acetylene and air torch, and use the rolling mill to create texture. Projects will lead up to a cabochon stone set on a sterling ring band.
  • Thursday Afternoon Intermediate/Advanced Metalsmithing (1)
    Thursday Afternoon Intermediate/Advanced Metalsmithing (1)
    Thu, Mar 20
    Instructor Susan Wachler at MAGG Studio
    Mar 20, 2025, 2:00 PM EDT – May 15, 2025, 5:30 PM EDT
    Instructor Susan Wachler at MAGG Studio, 5353 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340, USA
    Instructor Susan Wachler | In this intermediate/advanced class, students will be supported in their current projects, as well as introduced to techniques related to design, stone setting, movement, form, and cohesion.
  • Thursday Evening Intermediate Jewelry and Metalsmithing
    Thursday Evening Intermediate Jewelry and Metalsmithing
    REGISTRATION CLOSED
    Thu, Mar 20
    Instructor Lisa Winn at MAGG Studio
    Mar 20, 2025, 6:00 PM EDT – May 15, 2025, 9:30 PM EDT
    Instructor Lisa Winn at MAGG Studio, 5353 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340, USA
    Instructor Lisa Winn | Take it to the next level by expanding your knowledge of torches, soldering, flush setting and fold forging. Projects will include a ring with a bezel set stone that flips and can be worn two ways, and a lentil clasp that can be worn in front or back.
  • Friday Afternoon Advanced Studio
    Friday Afternoon Advanced Studio
    Thu, Mar 27
    Instructor Dallas Vinson at MAGG Studio
    Mar 27, 2025, 2:00 PM EDT – May 30, 2025, 5:00 PM EDT
    Instructor Dallas Vinson at MAGG Studio, 5353 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340, USA
    Instructor Dallas Vinson | Get back on track with unfinished projects and areas where you need the guiding hand of an expert! This class will help you overcome pain points and advance your jewelry-making skills through demos and customized instruction with our in-house pro.

Pop-Up Classes

PopUP
  • Go With the Flow: Liquid Enamels
    Go With the Flow: Liquid Enamels
    Membership Offer
    Sat, Feb 01
    Jennifer Wells via MAGG Studio
    Feb 01, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Jennifer Wells via MAGG Studio, 5353 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340, USA
    Instructor Jennifer Wells | This one day demonstration filled workshop will the search for surface design and texture using liquid enamels.We will dip, brush, sgraffito, layer, wipe, scratch and use just about any tool we can find to create interesting surface design. Come ready to experiment!
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