Teaching Experience
Monterey Peninsula College, Monterey, CA
Instructor for Metal Arts, 1996-2001
Advanced Classes in Stone setting, Mechanisms and Soldering
Cabrillo College, Soquel, CA
Instructor for Beginning Metal Arts, 1996-1997 |
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Jewelry Fabrication Classes
- Beginning to advanced fabrication
- Stone setting
- Chains
- Mechanisms
- Wire working and beading
Begin your artistic journey into the world of jewelry making. One-on-one private tutoring or small classes assure the special attention you need to explore your creative potential.
Come learn from German goldsmith Birgit Kupke-Peyla in her studio located in Monterey County. Workshops are intensive, hands-on, individualized, and limited to four students. The studio setting and small number of students guarantee a unique and effective environment for learning, as well as tailored instruction.
Weekly studio classes are offered in jewelry fabrication. Instructions accommodate all levels of ability & interest. Both beginners and experienced students are welcome!
Cuff Bracelet Workshop - 3 Days - $575
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The main focus of this workshop is the creation of a cuff bracelet by employing carving, rollerprinting, forming & soldering.
Tools are supplied. If you would like to bring Bi-metal to work with please ask for size requirements. Materials can be ordered in bulk.
Fri-Sun 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm
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12 Hr Class Package - $335
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Ongoing classes in jewelry fabrication. Thursday afternoons from 2-5, evenings from 5-8, or Saturdays from 2-5. Classes are offered in 12hr packages, are on a drop-in basis, and limited to 4 students. A reservation is necessary to secure a spot. Cancellations must be made 24 hrs in advance.
Materials not included. Tools are supplied.
- Thursday Afternoons 2pm-5pm
- Thursday Evenings 5pm-8pm
- Saturday Afternoons 2pm-5pm
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Want a more comprehensive immersion into the field of jewelry fabrication? Come apprentice with German goldsmith Birgit Kupke-Peyla . The european tradition is to commit to work for a master to learn the trade from the ground up. You become an integral part of daily operations in the studio. |
Registration
Click here to download a registration form. Please print, fill out this form, and return via Fax or mail:
Birgit Kupke-P eyla
Designstudio, P.O.Box 2857 Salinas, CA 93902 CA 94025 TEL/FAX: 831-809-9447
Recommended Tools and Materials:
- eye protection (required)
- tracing paper, pens, pencils
- design ideas or samples
It is not necessary to bring tools to the workshop unless you want to use your own. If you are planning on investing in tools we recommend doing so after the workshop. You will learn a lot about what you do and don’t need.
LOCATION & HOTELS
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Birgit Kupke-Peyla Designstudio is located in Salinas, California. Walking distance from historic downtown.
(17 miles from the Monterey Peninsula Airport and & about 45 minutes from the San Jose International Airport.)
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Hotels
There are many hotels in the area to choose from. Here are a few that are just a short distance to the studio.
{Should you decide to vacation, check out Carmel and Pebble Beach}
Hotel
From $169 a night
(0.68 miles from studio)
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Inn
From $115.00 a night
(0.60 miles from studio)
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Motel
From $99.00 a night
(1.03 miles from studio)
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