Jewelry
Casting for Artists—Level 2
Let J.B. guide you along your path of discovery as you expand the possibilities of jewelry design by learning the basic elements of wax working and casting methods for the artist. More experienced students may use this class to try new directions such as intricate surface work and three-dimensional ideas—even small sculpture! Vacuum casting will be taught and other methods will be discussed. This is the time and place to experiment! Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry or equivalent experience
Class Schedule & TuitionSession II Tuesdays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: J.B. Rea
Dates: June 4 – July 9
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Session III Tuesdays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: J.B. Rea
Dates: June 16 – August 20
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Location: Jewelry Studio
Tuition: $195 ($244 nonmember)
Supply& Lab Fee: $50
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J.B. Rea received his BFA in Industrial Design from the University of Illinois and MFA in Silversmithing from the Rochester Institute of Technology School for American Craftsman. He has taught at Colorado State University, Fort Collins and Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, California. He began teaching at Hui No‘eau in 1982 and is currently the jewelry studio’s technician. His work can be seen at Viewpoints Gallery in Makawao.
Metal Construction—Level 2
In this class, students will develop and expand knowledge of and abilities in building things out of precious metals. J.B. will guide students as they gain a solid understanding of basic processes and learn more advanced types of metal forming, including hammering wire and sheet into curvilinear 3-D forms. Bracelets, boxes, and pendants all take on more interest when bent and formed by hand. The practice of art never ends, so come learn more! Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry or equivalent experience
Class Schedule & TuitionSession II Tuesdays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: J.B. Rea
Dates: June 6 – July 18
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 noon
Session III Tuesdays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: J.B. Rea
Dates: June 25 – August 29
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 noon
Location: Jewelry Studio
Tuition: $195 ($244 nonmember)
Supply& Lab Fee: $45
Click here to download a supply list for this class.
Click here for open studio information.
J.B. Rea received his BFA in Industrial Design from the University of Illinois and MFA in Silversmithing from the Rochester Institute of Technology School for American Craftsman. He has taught at Colorado State University, Fort Collins and Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, California. He began teaching at Hui No‘eau in 1982 and is currently the jewelry studio’s technician. His work can be seen at Viewpoints Gallery in Makawao.
Beginning Jewelry—Level 1
Beginning Jewelry teaches fundamental fabrication techniques using wire and sheet metals. Students will cut, drill, and pierce metal, learn various soldering techniques, and bezel set a stone. Projects may include pendants, bracelets, earrings, and/or rings. This class is highly recommended before any other jewelry classes are taken. Students will gain a great foundation to create any jewelry design, however, shell jewelry will not be specifically addressed. Copper and brass sheet metal and wire are included in the supply fee; sterling silver is available for purchase.
Class Schedule & TuitionSession II Mondays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: Julie Matheis
Dates: June 10 – July 15
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Session III Mondays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: Jaisy Hanlon
Dates: July 10 – August 14
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 noon
Session III Mondays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: Julie Matheis
Dates: August 19 – September 23
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Location: Jewelry Studio
Tuition: $195 ($244 nonmember)
Supply& Lab Fee: $45
Click here to download a supply list for this class.
Studio Hours:
For students currently enrolled in Jewelry Making I ONLY: Fridays, 9am – 12noon
Jaisy Hanlon earned her BFA in Metalsmithing and BA in Interdisciplinary Visual Arts from the University of Washington in 2002 and her MFA from State University of New York at New Paltz in 2005. She has been a teaching and studio artist for the past ten years and has shown her work in New York, Colorado, Washington and Hawai‘i. Jaisy has been teaching metalsmithing and drawing at the Hui since 2007.
Julie Matheis earned her bachelors degree in Jewelry & Metalsmithing at the Rhode Island School of Design. She has shown her award-winning work internationally in exhibitions, magazines, and books. She began teaching at the Hui in 2006.
Argentium Findings Workshop—Level 1
Don’t spend your money on findings! In this one-day workshop, students will learn how create their own unique findings by fusing and granulating Argentium sterling silver. Instead of buying ear wires, S-hooks, bails, toggles, end bars etc., you can make your own to suit your style (and you’ll save money, too!).
Class Schedule & TuitionSession I: Sunday, 1 day
Teaching Artist: Roberta Ann Weisenberg
Dates: May 5
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Session II Sunday, 1 day
Teaching Artist: Roberta Ann Weisenberg
Dates: June 16
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location: Jewelry Studio
Tuition: $45 ($56 nonmember)
Supply& Lab Fee: $35
Click here to download a supply list for this class.
There is no open studio for this class.
Roberta Weisenburg has been working as a jeweler since 1981. Specializing in Custom Design, Casting, Fabrication, Fusing and Granulation, Roberta is a Certified Argentium Instructor. Recently she has relocated to Maui from San Francisco, where she maintained a studio since 1985 and taught privately. Her love for metal work has been ongoing and she is truly inspired to reach new heights on Maui and to share her knowledge with Hui students!
Jewelry with Shells—Level 1
Learn to use the jeweler’s saw, torch, and hammer to design jewelry using your favorite seashells. Students will develop original ideas and will learn traditional stone setting techniques using prongs. Some shells will be provided, however, students are encouraged to bring their own to create one-of-a-kind works of art! Copper and brass sheet metal and wire are included in the supply fee and sterling silver will be available for purchase. Note: 4-week classes do not qualify students to use open studio.
Class Schedule & TuitionSession I: Mondays, 4 weeks
Teaching Artist: Julie Matheis
Dates: May 13 – June 3
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Session II Mondays, 4 weeks
Teaching Artist: Julie Matheis
Dates: June 10 – July 1
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 noon
Session III Mondays, 4 weeks
Teaching Artist: Julie Matheis
Dates: July 22 – August 12
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Session IV Mondays, 4 weeks
Teaching Artist: Julie Matheis
Dates: August 19 – September 9
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Jewelry Studio
Tuition: $135 ($169 nonmember)
Supply& Lab Fee: $20
Click here to download a supply list for this class.
There is no open studio for this class.
Julie Matheis earned her bachelors degree in Jewelry & Metalsmithing at the Rhode Island School of Design. She has shown her award-winning work internationally in exhibitions, magazines, and books. She began teaching at the Hui in 2006.
Argentium Silver Basics—Level 1
Roberta will introduce the unique and wonderful properties of Argentium sterling silver! Made with a touch of germanium, which severely limits tarnish, Argentium is a modern sterling silver alloy that is never less than 93% silver. Working with Argentium also eliminates firescale! Participants will work on a new project each week and will learn to fuse, fabricate, and granulate with Argentium. Projects include creating a basic bezel, jump rings, earrings, and rings. Argentium silver is not included in the supply fee, but will be available for purchase in the studio.
Class Schedule & TuitionSession I: Wednesdays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: Roberta Ann Weisenberg
Dates: May 15 – June 19
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 noon
Session II Wednesdays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: Roberta Ann Weisenberg
Dates: July 3 – August 7
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Location: Jewelry Studio
Tuition: $195 ($244 nonmember)
Supply& Lab Fee: $45
Click here to download a supply list for this class.
Studio Hours:
For students currently enrolled in Beginning Jewelry & Argentium Silver Basics I ONLY: Fridays, 9am – 12noon
Roberta Weisenburg has been working as a jeweler since 1981. Specializing in Custom Design, Casting, Fabrication, Fusing and Granulation, Roberta is a Certified Argentium Instructor. Recently she has relocated to Maui from San Francisco, where she maintained a studio since 1985 and taught privately. Her love for metal work has been ongoing and she is truly inspired to reach new heights on Maui and to share her knowledge with Hui students!
Advanced Independent Fine Jewelry Studies—Level 3
This course is designed for advanced jewelry students who are focused, goal-oriented and seeking “one-on-one” instruction for specific individual projects. David will help students pursue their individual goals and directions in the art of fine jewelry design, stone setting, RTV mold making, casting, and production. Students will work in a semi-structured environment in the jewelry studio and on their own if they choose, depending on decisions/goals set with the instructor. Some curriculum may overlap and will be shared for the benefit of all students. Prospective students should have a solid body of work, a portfolio and working sketchbook(s), be highly motivated, and self-directed. Students should be willing to share their knowledge, have some of their own tools, and have a solid understanding of how to correctly use the jewelry equipment in the Hui’s studio. Enrollment is limited to six students with instructor’s permission. Students must meet with the instructor prior to enrolling in the class to review goals/directions and portfolios and to see if goals are doable in regard to time constraints, materials, costs, etc. As part of this class, students have their own open jewelry studio on Fridays from 6:00 – 9:00 pm.
Class Schedule & TuitionSession I: Wednesdays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: David Welty
Dates: May 22- June 26
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Location: Jewelry Studio
Tuition: $350 ($438 nonmember)
Supply& Lab Fee: $150
Click here to download a supply list for this class.
Special studio hours on Fridays from 6:00 – 9:00 pm for the duration of class.
David L. Welty studied at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design then finished his Bachelors and Masters degree in Design from the University of Minnesota. He has taught jewelry design at the university level and has also been in the business of custom goldsmithing for almost 40 years, 25 on Maui. He has received awards locally and internationally for his jewelry designs. David’s work can be seen online at weltydesigns.com and is represented by Viewpoints Gallery in Makawao. He loves making custom jewelry in beautiful Upcountry Maui and teaching his passion at the Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center located in Makawao, Hawaii.
Jeweler’s Tool Making Workshop—Level 1
Roberta will show students how to create jeweler’s steel tools for stamping, chasing, and setting. Students will learn how to take a steel rod, heat it to soften the steel, use files and grinders to shape the steel rod, sand and polish the tool, and harden & temper the steel. Students will experience how making the tool you need (instead of ordering it from a catalog) can expand work and designs. Tools like the ones created in this class can often be made from old steel files and/or tools found at flea markets. It’s a great way to recycle and enhance your work!
Class Schedule & TuitionSession I: Sunday, 1 day
Teaching Artist: Roberta Ann Weisenburg
Dates: May 26
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Session II: Sunday, 1 day
Teaching Artist: Roberta Ann Weisenburg
Dates: July 14
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location: Jewelry Studio
Tuition: $45 ($56 nonmember)
Supply& Lab Fee: $15
Click here to download a supply list for this class.
No open studio for this class.
Roberta Weisenburg has been working as a jeweler since 1981. Specializing in Custom Design, Casting, Fabrication, Fusing and Granulation, Roberta is a Certified Argentium Instructor. Recently she has relocated to Maui from San Francisco, where she maintained a studio since 1985 and taught privately. Her love for metal work has been ongoing and she is truly inspired to reach new heights on Maui and to share her knowledge with Hui students!
Intermediate Jewelry—Level 2
Students will learn to use the more advanced tools found in the Hui’s studio, improve soldering skills, and refine designs for faster and more successful fabrication. The class may also explore riveting methods, how to imprint surface textures with the rolling mill, and how to create dimension with dapping tools, smithing stakes, and special mandrels. Many other techniques will be learned as students troubleshoot designs and work on individual projects. Copper and brass sheet metal and wire are included in the supply fee and sterling silver will be available for purchase.
Class Schedule & TuitionSession I: Mondays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: Jaisy Hanlon
Dates: July 8 – August 12
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 noon
Session II: Wednesdays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: Julie Matheis
Dates: August 21 – September 25
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 noon
Location: Jewelry Studio
Tuition: $195 ($244 nonmember)
Supply& Lab Fee: $45
Click here to download a supply list for this class.
Click here for open studio information.
Jaisy Hanlon earned her BFA in Metalsmithing and BA in Interdisciplinary Visual Arts from the University of Washington in 2002 and her MFA from State University of New York at New Paltz in 2005. She has been a teaching and studio artist for the past ten years and has shown her work in New York, Colorado, Washington and Hawai‘i. Jaisy has been teaching metalsmithing and drawing at the Hui since 2007.
Julie Matheis earned her bachelors degree in Jewelry & Metalsmithing at the Rhode Island School of Design. She has shown her award-winning work internationally in exhibitions, magazines, and books. She began teaching at the Hui in 2006.
FREE Artist Chat with Visiting Artist Robert K. Liu
Join the Hui in welcoming co-editor of Ornament magazine for a discussion about his diverse and interesting careers over the course of 50 years! This conversation will have you thinking about how you can adapt to new circumstances and continue to be happily engaged in work long after retirement age. Robert will also present some of his research on jewelry.
Lecture Schedule
Teaching Artist: Robert K. Liu
Day/Duration: Thursday, 1 day
Dates: August 8
Time:: 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Location: Solarium
Coming soon!
Heatbent Bamboo Jewelry with Visiting Artist Robert K. Liu
Students will learn to use black bamboo as a sustainable, strong, and light material for jewelry making. Robert will present a slideshow at the beginning of class to provide examples of techniques used in his own and other’s bamboo jewelry. Participants will then learn how to heatbend bamboo for use in earrings, necklaces, and possibly brooches or rings. Students are welcome to incorporate their own materials like beads, artifacts, fabricated pieces, or their own jewelry with the bamboo. Besides the beauty, relative permanence, and sustainability of using a fast-growing material, making jewelry from bamboo draws on so many skills and interests. Woodworking, metalworking, beads, jewelry components or artifacts can all be applied as long as one had a modicum of manual skills, imagination, and tools! Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry or equivalent experience
Class Schedule & Tuition
Teaching Artist: Robert K. Liu
Day/Duration: Sunday & Monday, 2 days
Dates: August 11 & 12
Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Jewelry Studio
Tuition: $185 ($231 nonmember)
Supply Fee: $40
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There is no open studio for this class.
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Argentium Silver Basics II—Level 2
Take the skills learned in the first “Basics” class to the next level! In this class, students will have the opportunity to create more complex projects. Roberta will also guide students in achieving their own advanced designs. Participants are encouraged to come with ideas, but Roberta will also supply projects if desired. By the end of class, participants will have fused, fabricated, and set stones with Argentium silver and will have a better understanding of the techniques used when working with this unique metal! Argentium silver is not included in the supply fee, but will be available for purchase in the studio. Prerequisite: Argentium Silver Basics
Class Schedule & TuitionSession I: Wednesdays, 6 weeks
Teaching Artist: Roberta Ann Weisenberg
Dates: August 14 – September 18
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Location: Jewelry Studio
Tuition: $195 ($244 nonmember)
Supply& Lab Fee: $45
Click here to download a supply list for this class.
Click here for open studio information.
About the Teaching Artist
Roberta Weisenburg has been working as a jeweler since 1981. Specializing in Custom Design, Casting, Fabrication, Fusing and Granulation, Roberta is a Certified Argentium Instructor. Recently she has relocated to Maui from San Francisco, where she maintained a studio since 1985 and taught privately. Her love for metal work has been ongoing and she is truly inspired to reach new heights on Maui and to share her knowledge with Hui students!