Michael Boyd Studio

Do you have a box of stones, beads or objects you’ve collected over the years but never quite found the right project for? This workshop is designed for jewelers who want to alter or carve stones they already own—without the need for large or expensive equipment.

Students will learn how to reshape, carve, and resurface stones using simple tools at your bench, allowing them to integrate more seamlessly into your designs. This workshop complements other classes Michael has taught, such as Stone on Stone, and is part of an ongoing series focused on expanding creative possibilities.

You’ll be introduced to practical stone-carving techniques that encourage a fresh approach to design, helping you make the most of both stone and metal while opening new creative directions in your work.

Purchase of a kit is recommended for class

Kit contents: Carving kit

STUDENTS OUTSIDE OF THE USA: PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY FOR REGISTRATION AT MICHAELBOYDSTUDIO@GMAIL.COM

VIDEO, TRANSCRIPTS AND Q&A WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR 60 DAYS AFTER THE CLASS CONCLUDES 

Format: Live online via Riverside- with slide demos, close-up tooling cams, and Q&A

Duration:  Two – 2.5hr sessions

Skill Level: All skill levels

Student supplied tools and materials:

• Flex Shaft or Micro Motor
• Basic fabricating tools (e.g. tweezers, pliers, sheers)
• Glass or Ceramic Dish with flat bottom (ashtrays work well)
• Super Glue (liquid not gel)
• CA Accelerator
• 5 Minute epoxy 
• Acetone
• Toothpicks
• Q-tips
• Particulate dust mask
• Safety glasses 
• Pencil, Sharpie, notebook - for notes
• Rags/towels