Steven Hanna will give you individual instruction in the art of the lost wax carving technique. You sculpt the wax with a dripper and carving tools in the shape that you want the silver design to be, then plaster is poured around the wax, which is put into a kiln. That creates a negative cavity where the metal is poured in. Your original way design that is made from start to finish in class then cast at a foundry. We do some finishing in the metal to complete your pendant, ring, or bracelet. Space is very limited because of the individual instruction that is given to each student. Advanced students are taught how to develop their own unique style, how to create a line to sell, pricing, and target marketing. Jewelry Making Workshop The Lost Wax Jewelry Making Technique Taught by Steven Hanna Every Tuesday Evening 7:30-10:00pm $275 Eight Consecutive Workshops Your own personal set of jewelry making tools Individual instruction in the art of wax carving a non-refundable deposit of $75 will secure a spot in the next opening Continuing sessions for $150 for 8 classes. Please call (310) 396-2284 for more information

"It has been a great learning experience being one of Steven's apprentices. I can not thank him enough for the generosity of sharing his knowledge of design, production and business in the jewelry industry; not to mention his time. He nurtured my growth and capability of becoming a better designer. His guidance, advice and positivity will always stay with me wherever I go” Maya Nishimura, Ileava “Steven’s constant generosity and encouragement create a magical working environment. I can’t thank him enough for the opportunity to have him as my mentor and as my friend. He brings this calm yet strong energy into his guidance, kind of like a big wave” Sarah Sztykiel, Mushka “Steven has been a mentor to me in the art of wax carving. He has also taught me that one of the most valuable things that an artist can know: The Creativity is in you” Sofia Kaman, Kamofie Designs “I wouldn't be where I am now in my career without Steven's help. I know the core of it comes from within me, but at the same time having someone like Steven offering design and usiness advice is invaluable to me. He's helped me to expand my own style, and keeps me focused and positive about my abilities as a designer.” Amery Carriere Amery Carriere Designs “After taking Steven's class (and adding casted designs to my beaded line) my sales at the trade shows doubled.” Jill Pearson, Wasabi “Steven is magic. He teaches each student the basics, then waits to see where their creativity takes them. Learning the skill is essential, but developing my own style was the greatest lesson learned in those classes.” Eileen Russell, Eileen Russell Designs