THE NEW SILVERSMITH

In The New Silversmith jewelry artist Nicole Ringgold shares her cutting-edge sculptural torchwork techniques for creating hand-fabricated nature-inspired jewelry in sterling silver.Taking an innovative approach that challenges metalworking’s conventional wisdom Ringgold creates intricate designs by fusing and carving scraps and minimizes the need for chemicals by using tools in visionary ways.  Essentials. An overview of safety rules as well as metal tools and torch and how to use them. Projects. A variety of techniques illustrated by stunning projects ranging from simple chain designs to a textured branch to a delicate dragonfly provide inspiration as well as instruction.Access to online tutorials. QR codes throughout the book link to concise silent how-to videos that depict the techniques shown.With The New Silversmith you’ll learn to create sumptuous earrings pendants bracelets and rings in sterling silver that celebrate natural forms with this revolutionary zero-waste approach to jewelry making.