Students can expect a five-day adventure in learning about and working with silver clay. Art Clay Silver (ACS) is made from three ingredients: finely powdered silver particles, a plant-based binder, and water. It is shaped while wet, refined after drying, and fired in a kiln or with a torch. The firing process transforms the clay into fine silver jewelry. ACS comes in several forms: lump, syringe, paste, and “paper.” Using simple tools, students can combine these materials with glass, fire-ready stones, and other materials to create jewelry, art, and gifts. During the first three days, students will create pieces while learning and combining essential skills. On day four, they will design a unique piece or use one of the instructor’s tried-and-true class tutorials. By the end of day five, students may have up to five pieces of fine silver jewelry that are entirely their own, along with the skills needed to take the Level I Art Clay Certification. Students are welcome to bring beads and jewelry findings to accent their designs. The material fee includes 50 grams of ACS, access to glass cabochons and fire-ready stones, class handouts, and take-home gadgets. The instructor will provide work kits and class materials. Additional clay will be available for purchase if needed. Students who have a small handheld rotary tool with diamond burs are encouraged to bring it for the greenware and final finishing stages. WARNING: Metal clay can change your life!