Alchemy in Motion: Kinetic Textured Pendant in Project X Bronze Clay with Michael Marx, June 7, 2026

Sunday, June 7, 2026 
10:00 am - 12:00 pm PDT

Instructor: Michael Marx

All Levels

Explore the magic of movement and texture in this engaging workshop focused on creating a kinetic pendant from Bronze metal clay. Ideal for intermediate jewelry makers, this class guides students through the process of designing, shaping, and constructing a dynamic pendant that features moving components and richly textured surfaces.

You’ll learn:

• How to work with Bronze metal clay from start to finish
• Techniques for adding texture and dimension
• Methods for creating simple kinetic (moving) elements and connections
• Finishing, firing, and polishing tips to make your piece shine
• Troubleshooting potential pitfalls and problems that may occur with base metal clays
  

By the end of the class, you'll leave with a beautiful, one-of-a-kind pendant that not only captures light and texture, but also movement.
*In addition, we will cover the option (and technique) of adding UV resin for a pop of color on the finished project!

All classes include the video recording, which you will have access to for 60 days after the class. The Zoom link, handouts, video(s), and other important information can be found by clicking on the individual class link on the "My Courses" page. The Zoom link and handout (if any) will be available 24 hours before the class starts.

You also get 1 free session of Open Studio Access (OSA) in the month following your class. The Zoom link can be found on the course video access page.

The class supply list is below and contains links to buy the supplies you need.

Supply List for Students

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Recommended Materials:

• 25g Project X Bronze Clay
• Pencil
• Scissors
• Templates: TEM522, TEX523,TEM524, TEM528, TEM530, TEM527
• 2-3 Low-profile paper textures that can be cut into shapes
• Liberation Spray (or equivalent)
• Clay Revolution Basic Metal Clay Hand Tools Kit (or equivalent)
• Mini Hole Cutters (or equivalent)
• Drinking straw
• Clay Sculpters size 0
• Wire mesh for burnout
• Firing pan with lid
• Coconut Carbon
• Stainless steel brushes, tumbler, magnetic pin finisher, mini motor with bristle discs, or flexshaft with bristle discs
• **OPTIONAL** Makerflo UV resin, alcohol inks or resin pigments, and UV flashlight or light