Metalsmithing - Hydraulic Press Workshop
Schedule
Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 14 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
106 Artisan Alley | DeLand, FL
About this Event
Join us for a two-day workshop with returning instructor Chris Darway, exploring the fascinating technique of hydraulic press pillow forms!
DATES & TIMES
Saturday & Sunday, June 13–14, 2025
10:00am – 5:00pm each day
📍 LOCATION
DeLand Art and Metal Studio
106 Artisan Alley, DeLand, FL
💰 COST
$395 per person
Level II members receive a 10% discount — $355.50
Materials fee: TBD
ABOUT THE CLASS
Pillow forms are a beautiful and versatile metalsmithing technique that creates dimensional, sculptural shapes perfect for jewelry and art objects. In this class, Chris will walk you through the full process:
• Draw your design on a piece of 2"x2"x3/8" plexiglass, drill a hole, and cut your shape with a spiral saw blade
• Place a sheet of 24g copper (or silver) over the opening, layer thin rubber sheets on top, and press in stages
• Anneal the metal between each stage as it's forced into the opening, creating a raised pillow form
• Finish, saw, solder, or enamel your form into a finished piece
Chris will also demonstrate pressing 26g copper over shapes or forms (no plexiglass needed), and will demo pancake dies for punching parts.
This class is open to ALL experience levels. No prior hydraulic press experience required!
Questions? Message us or drop a comment below. Spots are limited — register early to secure your place!
Where is it happening?
106 Artisan Alley, 106 Artisan Alley, DeLand, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 423.34
