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Art Jewelry Today

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Meilach

Art Jewelry Today. Dona Z. Meilach. Here is a beautiful new look at contemporary art jewelry. This invaluable reference will guide those who buy, wear, collect, and create one-of-a-kind, hand-made jewelry to the newest developments and their artist/innovators.

Peek into the minds of today's craftspeople to understand their motives and methods. These are today's top art jewelers whose work is often shown in art galleries and museums. Chapters present contemporary designs in gold, silver, mixed metals, found objects, glass, enamel work, and imaginative jewelry pieces that go beyond tradition. Over 540 color photographs and lots of detailed information give ideas galore to inspire jewelry makers. In the 21st century craftspeople are striving to have their work considered fine art. This book will convince doubters that today's art jeweler is creating serious sculpture regardless of its size. It is sculpture to be worn, enjoyed, and appreciated today. Here are the trend setting artists with masterpieces that will be the collectibles of the future.

256 Pages, 8 1/2 x 11, (Hard Cover) 
550 color photos & illustrations

Item #: BK733

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Art of Engraving: A Book of Instructions

Meek

Unlike so many so-called "instruction manuals", The Art of Engraving does not assume you know anything about engraving. You start at the beginning by learning to draw scrolls and layouts, then cut practice plates until you are sure enough of your ability to actually proceed to designing a pattern, transferring it to a gun and cutting it into the steel.

Every gunsmith, gun lover or craftsman - no matter what his other calling - has the soul of an artist. This personal, creative urge can be easily directed into the highly renumerative field of gun engraving through the coaching, no-nonsense instructions and technical support in  Hundreds of original engravings, designs and layouts by the author (plus samples from other master engravers) to explain specific points and techniques. Much of the original work is intended for you to copy and transfer to your own guns to create an engraving job you can be proud of having done.

208 Pages, 9 x 11.5 (Hard cover)

Item #: BK739

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Chain Mail Jewelry

Taylor, Terry & Whyte, Dylon
 
Contemporary Designs from Classic Techniques

Once used to create protective garments, chain mail techniques and patterns have now been adapted for jewelry making by innovative artists. Making chain mail jewelry needs very few tools to achieve impressive results. Thirty extraordinary projects are offered here for all skill levels.

144 Pages, 9 x 10.25 (Hardcover), 484 Illustrations

Item #: BK952

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Foldforming

Lweton-Brain

Charles Lewton-Brain invented fold-forming, a completely new way of forming sheet metal quickly into wonderful 3-D shapes and textures, most from single sheets of metal without any soldering. Fold-forming uses sheet material, folds it, works it and then unfolds it. Many schools and workshops teach and use fold-forming, and thousands of people use parts of the system in their work. The British Museum Research Lab and the Rolex Awards for Enterprise, among others have certified that Fold-forming is new, and has not been done before in the history of metal working.

Fold forming is a new system of metal forming developed between 1980 and the present which is the concrete result of a conceptual approach to metalsmithing that emphasizes forming using the metals characteristics. It is about following what the metal likes to do.

Also note 2 more items on this topic we offer: VHS2 Fold Forming and BK198 Form Folding Using Metal Characteristics both by Charles Lewton Brain.

160 pages, (Hardcover), 450+ photos

Item #: BK799

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Form Folding Using Metal Characteristics

Lewton-Brain

45 pages, 8-1/2 x 11-1/4, 70 black & white line drawings (Softbound)

Fold Forming is a system of sheet metal forming which emphasizes forming use the metals characteristics.  Forms are derived from the natural plasticity, ductility and elasticity of the metal.  The system is internationally recognized as a new approach to working metal.  It is extremely efficient and rapid.  Tools are simple:  fingers, hands, hammers, mallets, anvil and rolling mills.  The paper has a theoretical introduction and step-by-step recipes for quickly working sheet metal.

Item #: BK198

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Hardwear: Jewelry From A Toolbox

Rafter

The simple geometry of parts and pieces you find in a hardware store make it easy to design elegant accessories and jewelry, hexagons (nuts), circles (washers), squares (L-brackets), ovals (quick links), and rectangles (hinges). In this book you will find illustrated, step-by-step instructions for making twenty-four different pieces: earrings, bracelets, necklaces, belts and much more. At the end of the book is a glossary of all the material used in the projects and where to find the items that may not be found in a hardware store. "...elegance is determined not by money, but by style."

134 Pages, (Hardbound)

Item #: BK985

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Hinges and Hinge Based Catches for Jewelers and Goldsmiths

Lewton-Brain

112 pages, over 200 line drawings (Paperback)

This book analyzes hinges and hinge-like mechanisms in a manner neverdone before in a single volume.  We feel it will be a classic.  Along with history, generics, classes of hinges, and guiding principles, sections include:  design, tube making, hinge pins (force-fit, riveted, upset, tapered, cotter type, tubing square, threaded, stud); hinge types (basic, thick-walled, locket, bracelet, box, block, cold-rolled, tab, cast and milled); lubrication, catch systems, hidden alternative, cast hinges and solving design problems.  Good index and table of contents.

Item #: BK428

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How to Sell What you Make

Gehards

In this concise and bargain-priced volume, Gerhards focuses on the business of crafts--how to sell them at crafts fairs, galleries, and trade shows.  Over half the book is devoted to the ins and outs of trade shows; as these shows are a very lucrative and often ignored vehicle for marketing and selling crafts, this book is an invaluable source for all artisans.  The last section covers the basic paperwork aspects of a small business as well, and four appendixes cover trade show promoters; a calendar of trade shows; publications; and organizations.

160 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 (Paperback)

Item #: BK657

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Jeweler's Directory of Decorative Finishes, The: From Enameling and Engraving to Inlay and Granulation

McGrath

An indispensable reference for jewelers, designers, students, and anyone working with base and precious metals, this is a complete guide to the tools, materials, and techniques for creating beautifully decorative finishes for jewelry. Clear step-by-step photographs and instructions for key surface and decorative techniques enable you to achieve a wide range of spectacular effects. Illustrated samples demonstrate all the possible variations, with practical advice on how to achieve each finish. Includes essential safety information. Inspirational showcases of work by professional jewelers demonstrate how the different methods can be used to create stunning pieces.

128 Pages, (Paperbound)

Item #: BK987

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Jeweler's Studio Handbook

Holschuh

The perfect guide through the process of equipping your own jewelery studio. It teaches you the techniques that will have you creating one-of-a-kind metal jewelry in no time.

176 Pages, 8.25 x 10.25 (Soft cover), 430 illustrations

Item #: BK971

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Jewelry Arts Workshop: Pure Silver Metal Clay Beads

Kaye-Moses

Metal clay is an innovative material that combines the workability of clay with the beautiful finish and durability of precious metals. The material is easy to manipulate and shape by hand to make beads for bracelets, necklaces, and other jewelry.  This book contains 15 projects for creating fine silver beads and a design gallery of 25 additional jewelry pieces. Intro chapters include information about tools and techniques. Projects are organized workshop-style, to build skills cumulatively.

160 Pages, 9 x 9 (Hardcover), 190 photos/illustrations

Item #: BK1000

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Jewelry Engraving Manual, The

Hardy/Bowman

This practical and comprehensive manual by two master craftsmen teaches every step of the engraving process - something other books on the topic fail to accomplish.  It illustrates not just the forms and appearance of finished designs, but also provides complete instructions for the actual engraving.  Clear, step-by-step instructions, accompanied by countless detailed illustrations, tell how to cut initials and inscriptions in a wide variety of alphabets, what forms to use for decorating and embellishing engraved work, how to shape and maintain tools, and much more.  With the many useful suggestions, both expert and beginning engravers will find this book invaluable for mastering the art of engraving.

160 pages, 5-3/8 x 8-1/2 (Paperback)

Item #: BK415

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Jewelry: Fundamentals of Metalsmithing

McCreight

144 pages, 8 x 10, 260 color photographs (Hardcover)

A full-color introductory text for anyone entering the field.  Basic techniques like sawing, stone setting and soldering are explained through scores of color photos.  Over 120 examples of exciting work by a diverse collection of artists.  A helpful glossary and valuable tables all make this a welcome addition to any bookshelf.

Item #: BK642

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Keum-Boo: Hot Burnished Gold Foil

Brain Press

This book teaches how to easily hot burnish gold foil permanently onto silver objects, and raw sheet for soldering and building patterned jewelry with. It is a very rapid, easy method of adding the buttery richness of 24k gold to your silver and gold objects. This incredibly simple designing technique was re-introduced to the West from Korea in the 1980’s. It lets you make pictures and patterns using pure 24k gold foil placed onto other metals as well, including steel, platinum, palladium, 14K, 18K and other gold alloys, aluminum and even copper. Step-by-step photos show how to make your own gold foil, hot burnish onto silver, platinum. Also discussed are how to calibrate a hot plate and use liver of sulfur. The white electrum alloy for keum-boo is described.

47 Pages, 8.5 x 11, (Paperback) Saddle-stitch binding, black and white interior ink

Item: BK812

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Metal Craft Discovery Workshop

O'Brien

Create unique jewelry, art dolls, collage art, keepsakes and more.

This book shows just how easy it is to create twenty fun and funky projects step-by-step, from a miniature journal to an altered lunch box. A nontraditional approach and a comprehensive techniques section will introduce you to the whimsical side of metal. Not only will you learn secrets to cutting and joining metal, you'll also explore ways to age and add texture to metal; discover the numerous types of metal available, including copper, mesh, wire, and recycled material; conjure up beautiful patina finishes with several "secret: recipes; and find further inspiration in the artists' gallery section.

128 Pages, (Paperbound)

Item #: BK986

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Metals Technic: A Collection of Techniques for Metalsmiths

McCreight

160 pages, 8-1/2 x 11, 145 illustrations, 2-color throughout (Paperback)

A wonderful collection of articles written by 12 leaders of the fine metals and jewelry design field covering a wide variety of topics such as: granulation, reticulation, fold-forming, anticlastic raising, toolmakaing and more.  Contributors are:  John Cogswell, Philip Fike, Michael Good, Susan Kingsley, David La Plantz, Charles Lewton-Brain, Tim McCreight, Komelia Okim, Kris Patzlaff, Claire Sanford, Mary Ann Scherr, Heikki Seppa

Item #: BK204

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Metalsmith's Book of Boxes and Lockets, The

McCreight

144 pages, 8 x 10, 288 photographs (Hardcover)

This book is a follow-up to "Fundamentals by McCreight" with 288 high-quality photos and practical information.  In addition to featuring scores of exciting boxes by contemporary designers from around the world, the book describes dozens of hinges, catches and construction techniques in practical detail.  Intended for intermediate metalsmiths, this book will not only teach you how to make that special hinge, but get you excited about what to do with it.

Item #: BK205

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Moving Metal

Adolf Steines

132 pages, 8 x 10

This book is a long overdue treat for jewelers, blacksmiths, sculptors, and all artists of metalwork. It has information on chasing and repoussé in greater depth and detail than any other volume today available in the English language. Painstakingly translated from German this text is a valuable resource for both the professional and the hobbyist. Adolf Steines is clearly a master metalworker who enthusiastically demonstrates his creativity, knowledge, skill, and experience. The book thoroughly addresses the workroom, tools, materials, working surfaces (including carpeting and pitches), transfer of designs, sinking, raising, stamping, chasing, repoussé, engraving, soldering, etching, as well as the coloring and protection of metal surfaces. Numerous examples of the author's works are illustrated including large scale doors, fountains, memorials, wall sculptures and portraits, as well as many delicate jewelry pieces. A number of tricks and special techniques are described, such as using air powered hammers for forming and chasing. Profusely illustrated with very clear drawings and quality photographs of objects and procedures, this book is essential for the library of every serious artist working with metal. (translated from the German)107 photographs, 111 detailed drawings.

Item #: BK914

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PMC Decade

McCreight and Friedlich

It has been ten years since Mitsubishi Materials Corporation developed and patented Precious Metal Clay. The first decade of PMC has seen tremendous growth, not only in the development of additional forms of the material, but in the innovative ways that artists are using metal clay to create unique and exciting works. This high quality presentation book will be the first to showcase the best work being done around the world.

  • Critical essay by Donald Friedlich
  • Technical essay by Darnall Burks
  • Detailed illustrated chronology

    • 256 Pages, 8.5 x 10 (Hardcover), 250+ photos

    Item #: BK784

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    PMC Technic

    McCreight

    Full color, dozens of photos and illustrations
    Hardcover with jacket, sewn binding

    Every once in a while, dedicated artists and students are lucky enough to study with someone who had researched and mastered a specific technique. In this book, ten leading artists teach their specialty, with clarity, care, and passion:

    • Tonya Davidson-PMC Syringe
    • Celie Fago-Making Hinges
    • Jennifer Kahn-PMC Bezels
    • Doris King-Fusing Sterling and PMC
    • Terry Kovalcik -Developing Form with Slip
    • Noortje Meijerink-PMC on Ceramic
    • Kelly Russell-Using Stencils with PMC
    • Barbara Simon -Lampworking and PMC
    • CeCe -WireWater Etching on PMC
    • J. Fred Woell-Coreless Beads

    120 Pages, 8 x 11 (Hardcover)

    Item #: BK785

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