CLASS DESCRIPTION

THIS CLASS WILL BE HELD AT SJS NEW PREMISES IN PARRAMATTA.

LOCATION IS WITHIN EASY WALKING DISTANCE OF THE RAILWAY STATION.

Join Sue Fisher for a one day introduction to the world of polymer clay canes.

Canework, also known as millefiori, is one of the most recognisable decorative techniques in polymer clay. Originating from traditional glassmaking, designs are constructed as rods (canes) which can be reduced to any size and then sliced to reveal the pattern for use.

Learn a variety of component canes and see how they can be combined with colour and construction techniques to create more complex designs: the possibilities are endless!

Specific canes demonstrated in this class will include a geometric design, a flower cane, an "electric shock" pattern, a retro cane, and a kaleidoscope cane.

You'll also learn how to use your polymer clay canes directly and in veneers, tips to ensure great results...and even what to do with the leftovers!

This is a skill and technique class, not a completed piece of jewellery class.

SKILL PREREQUISITE

Whilst no prior experience is necessary for this class, we do recommend a minimum of Polymer Clay Fundamentals if possible to enhance your learning experience.

ESSENTIAL TECHNIQUES COVERED

* Clay selection

* Colour selection

* Controlling clay consisitency

* Common component canes

* Colour gradients and colour effects

* Creating complex canes from basic canes

* Various construction technqiues (additive, symmetry, cut-and-insert, etc.)

* Packing shaped canes for easy reduction

* Reducing canes of various shapes, including tips for minimising wastage

* Tips for slicing canes evenly and with minimal distortion

* Using extruders for canework

* A variety of ideas and methods for using canes

* Uses for cane scraps

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

* All materials, incuding a generous allocation of polymer clay  (additional clay will be available for purchase if required).

* Tuition

* The loan of a school polymer clay tool kit if required during the class

* Comprehensive notes

WHAT TO BRING AND MATERIAL FEE

There is no materials fee for this class. Materials are included in your class price.

PLEASE BRING:

* A plastic takeaway container to take home your completed canes and any leftover clay. Canes will not be baked, so will need to be transported in their 'unbaked' state.

* You are welcome to bring your own pasta machine and polymer clay toolkit if you have these and would like to use these instead of the school loan equipment. Please ensure your equipment is clearly marked with your name.

GENERAL INFORMATION

* Additional clay, tools and equipment will be available on the day for purchase from the studio.

* You are welcome to bring your own pasta machine and polymer clay toolkit if you have these and would like to use these instead of the school loan equipment. Please ensure your equipment is clearly marked with your name.

* OH&S protocols at SJS require all students to wear closed in shoes, long hair to be tied back. We recommend that glasses be worn instead of contact lenses and minimal jewellery be worn in a stuido environment.

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