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| Author | : Dorothy Erickson |
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| Release | : 2019-06 |
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| ISBN | : 9781925040364 |
Philip Noakes' questing mind and life's work have embodied his constant search for the refinement of his skills, leading him to become a renowned silversmith, goldsmith and jeweller. In 2016 he was recognised as a Fellow of the Institute of Professional Goldsmiths in the United Kingdom, taking his place among the most significant artists in the world. His work delves deep into his past and utilises the full range of his skills and imagination while keeping the continuity alive with historical references and contemporary concepts to achieve the innovation and excellence he pursues. Philip is a consummate craftsman and a highly original and innovative artist who refuses to be constrained by his history. He hovers on the cusp of endless possibility, searching always for something just beyond reach. The book celebrates Philip's achievements as a major Australian designer-maker and traces his evolution as a master craftsman, discusses the influences on his design concepts throughout his career, the people he has worked with, his working methods and values regarding art, design and skill, his role in education, and significant exhibitions and commissions.
| Author | : Elizabeth Bone |
| Publisher | : Interweave |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2012-01-03 |
| Genre | : Crafts & Hobbies |
| ISBN | : 9781596684997 |
Your expert techniques with a silver lining! A comprehensive guide, Silversmithing for Jewelry Makers details techniques, surface treatments, and innovations specifically designed for all jewelry makers working in silver, and especially focuses on the needs and interests relevant to metal-jewelry artisans. Explore basic skills as well as specialist techniques, including filigree, chasing, annealing, engraving, etching, casting, and much more. Plus, profiles of contemporary practitioners are included in every section, along with galleries illustrating a range of beautifully crafted finished works. The handy resource section also features a how-to for selling jewelry in the contemporary accessories market. Experienced jewelry makers interested in either exploring silver for the first time or taking their silver jewelry to the next level will love this harmonious marriage between expert silversmithing advice and a jewelry artisan sensibility.
| Author | : Brian Hill |
| Publisher | : Crowood |
| Total Pages | : 487 |
| Release | : 2014-02-28 |
| Genre | : Design |
| ISBN | : 1847976166 |
As well as promoting the traditional origins of handmaking craft skills, this lavish book explains the latest techniques and opportunities that exist for today's designer silversmith. It emphasizes the importance of acquiring fundamental skills as a basis for creating stunning and innovative designs, and illustrates this with fabulous case studies from leading silversmiths. Written by two experienced designer craftsmen, this book takes a fresh and exciting approach by converting craft theory into visual language that informs, educates and inspires you to try a new technique, extend your skills and develop your own personal direction.Topics covered include: a comprehensive account of manufacturing techniques; the cultural and historical context of the making and crafting of silverware; profiles of designers in handmaking, production and technology, and practical hands-on advice throughout, with world-class examples of surface decoration and specialist aspects of the craft. An in-depth and inspirational guide to 21st century silversmithing, aimed at all craftsmen - silversmiths, metalworkers, designers and jewellers. Lavishly illustrated with 594 colour illustrations.
| Author | : Connor Howard |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 106 |
| Release | : 2021-02-22 |
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Are you a Jewelry Maker or absolute beginner looking for a Silversmithing book? Here is a Silversmithing guide for Jewelry makers to walk you through tools, materials selection, basic tips & techniques, first timer projects with step by step process. Silversmithing is a process whereby objects are created from fine silver or sterling. Many things can be made by a silversmith, such as ornaments, trophies, jewelry, and utensils. Silver metals are seen in wires or flat sheets. The wires are cut, shaped, soldered, and polished into Jewelry through Silversmithing techniques. This book covers steps by step scope involved in jewelry Silversmithing, which could be used as the overall technique. It also contains bonus chapter with amazing jewelry projects to get you started. Tips on how to price and sell your design and a lot more! Download/Order Your Copy Now!
| Author | : Rupert Finegold |
| Publisher | : Krause Publications Craft |
| Total Pages | : 490 |
| Release | : 1983 |
| Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
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A guide to the basic tools, materials, and techniques of the silversmith includes discussions of the procedures for creating bowls, trays, flatware, and other items.
| Author | : George E. Gee |
| Publisher | : DigiCat |
| Total Pages | : 130 |
| Release | : 2022-06-03 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
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George E. Gee in the book "The Silversmith's Handbook" shares the full instructions for the alloying and working of silver. He provides information on the modes of refining and melting silver, its solders, preparation of imitation alloys, different methods of manipulation, and ways to get the most out of silversmith.
| Author | : Washington Matthews |
| Publisher | : DigiCat |
| Total Pages | : 31 |
| Release | : 2022-05-28 |
| Genre | : Art |
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Navajo Silversmiths is a book by Dr Washington Matthews. It presents the art and history of Native American silversmithing, along with the tools and materials used in the craft.
| Author | : Machi de Waard |
| Publisher | : National Geographic Books |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2021-03-02 |
| Genre | : Crafts & Hobbies |
| ISBN | : 1782217355 |
"...one of the most comprehensive beginner’s guides to jewelry silversmithing available." BOOKLIST 2/1/21 Silver Jewellery Making is a practical beginners' guide to making silver jewelry, with step-by-step projects guiding the reader through seven projects. The projects are designed to help the reader gain skills and techniques and eventually progress to making their own designs. The seven tried-and-tested projects have been developed by Janet over forty years of teaching and have been honed to develop readers' skills in a practical, doable order. The emphasis is on teaching good practice and acquiring the basic techniques and skills to give the reader a solid basis for developing their jewelry-making capabilities. Tools will be introduced for each individual project, and their uses and correct handling explained. Troubleshooting tips explain how to overcome common problems that may arise. At the conclusion of each project, there will be examples of how the skills gained can be used to make other items. The book is for those who wish to start jewelry making either on their own or as a supplement to beginners' classes.
| Author | : Marjorie Ransom |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 265 |
| Release | : 2014 |
| Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
| ISBN | : 9774166000 |
Silver Treasures from the Land of Sheba documents a disappearing artistic and cultural tradition with over three hundred photographs showing individual pieces, rare images of women wearing their jewelry with traditional dress, and the various regions in Yemen where the author did her field research. Amulet cases, hair ornaments, bridal headdresses, earrings, necklaces, ankle and wrist bracelets are all beautifully photographed in intricate detail. A chapter on the history of silversmithing in Yemen tells the surprising story of the famed Jewish Yemeni silversmiths, many of whom left Yemen in the late 1940s.
| Author | : Carles Codina |
| Publisher | : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. |
| Total Pages | : 160 |
| Release | : 2007-03 |
| Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
| ISBN | : 9781600591341 |
Hundreds of color photographs detail the procedures and display a breathtaking assortment of pieces by talented artists. Each innovative project introduces techniques that range from casting and stamping to hand engraving, electroplating, and more specialized methods. The chapter on gems alone--featuring the work of Bernd Munsteiner, considered the world's best gem cutter--makes this source book invaluable.
