Embossed Pewter Notebook and Pen

Embossed Pewter Notebook and Pen

Come and join this beginner class to learn the basics of pewter embossing, to create a stunning notebook and pen.

By Melanie Berman

Select date and time

Wed, 1 May 2024 10:00 - 13:30 GMT+1

Location

The Old Print Works

498-506 Moseley Road Birmingham B12 9AH United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Contact the organiser to request a refund.

About this event

Learn the basics of high and low relief embossing on metal. I will take you through the process from a piece of sheet metal to the finished product. There is no drawing experience required as stencils and traceable pictures will be provided.

Pewter is a pliable, radiant, silvery metal that is easy to engrave or emboss with basic hand-held tools, to create raised designs. The metal then has a patina added to create an aged appearance. The pewter will then be used to cover a notebook and a pen. Colour can be added with inks.

Coffee and tea will be provided.

 

FAQs

 

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

16 is the minimum age.

 What are my parking options for getting to and from the event?

When facing The Old Print Works building, the driveway heading to the studio is on the right hand side. The better option would be to park in Edward Road , opposite as the parking is often full.

 How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Mobile: 07887946885

melberman@live.co.uk

Is there disabled access?

Unfortunately the workshop is upstairs with no lift in the building.If you have difficulty using stairs, I can hold the workshop in a room on the lower floor.

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Melanie Berman

Hi, I'm Melanie Berman. For the past 20 years I have worked with a variety of craft materials, both in my teachings and in my own work. While becoming captivated with pewter on an embossing workshop a few years ago, it has become my main medium for creative self expression.

In my home country of South Africa, pewter is used extensively in art and embellishment. In my work I use mainly pewter and copper sheet, combining them with different waxes and colourful inks. As well as the metal, I use other forms of mixed media, including textiles, wirework, coloured foils and other decoration. I create one-off pieces as well as using the metal for notebooks, journals, mirror frames and boxes.

I draw my inspiration from nature as well as sculptural pieces and architecture. I am constantly looking for new creative ideas in the many photographs that I take on my travels.