Valentin Yotkov Chasing and Repousse workshop, February 9-11

New York based Master Goldsmith Valentin Yotkov will be giving a chasing
and repousse workshop at Metals Edge Studio in Scottsdale, Arizona
February 9,10,& 11.

Chasing and Repousse are hammering techniques aimed at producing a pattern in
relief in metal. Valentin studied with the finest European artisans and has
brought a wealth of knowledge, talent, and passion for this art form to the
United States. Don't miss this fabulous opportunity to learn this technique from
the top instructor in this field.

For registration information please contact Metals Edge Studio at (480)425-0026.

On Thu, 06 Jan 2005 06:57:08 GMT, "Peter W. Rowe"
wrote:


New York based Master Goldsmith Valentin Yotkov will be giving a chasing
and repousse workshop at Metals Edge Studio in Scottsdale, Arizona
February 9,10,& 11.

Chasing and Repousse are hammering techniques aimed at producing a pattern in
relief in metal. Valentin studied with the finest European artisans and has
brought a wealth of knowledge, talent, and passion for this art form to the
United States. Don't miss this fabulous opportunity to learn this technique from
the top instructor in this field.

For registration information please contact Metals Edge Studio at (480)425-0026.

Any idea of the price of the workshop Peter?

--RC

"Sometimes history doesn't repeat itself. It just yells
'can't you remember anything I've told you?' and lets
fly with a club.
-- John W. Cambell Jr.

On Thu, 06 Jan 2005 00:52:45 -0800, in ¸õ wrote:


New York based Master Goldsmith Valentin Yotkov will be giving a chasing
and repousse workshop at Metals Edge Studio in Scottsdale, Arizona
February 9,10,& 11.

Chasing and Repousse are hammering techniques aimed at producing a pattern in
relief in metal. Valentin studied with the finest European artisans and has
brought a wealth of knowledge, talent, and passion for this art form to the
United States. Don't miss this fabulous opportunity to learn this technique from
the top instructor in this field.

For registration information please contact Metals Edge Studio at (480)425-0026.



Any idea of the price of the workshop Peter?

No, I'm afraid I don't. I was simply asked by a fellow jeweler, who currently studies
with Valentin, but who doesn't have decent internet access at the moment, to post the
announcement. Call Metals Edge Studio to find the prices.

I CAN tell you, however, if you're not familier with Valentin's work, that he is indeed
a phenomenally talented artist and a fine teacher. At last year's SNAG conference in
Florida, he was one of the presenters, discussing how he came to the field, student
experiences, how he came to the U.S., and his work, past and present. It's extremely
inspiring work. He not only had the advantage of studying with living masters of
chasing and repousse in Europe, but also was able to do a lot of historical research,
piecing together the tools and techniques used by ancient Scythian metalsmiths, who did
a lot of their work via wonderfully masterful chasing and repousse. Having the good
luck to have extended direct access to extensive collections of that ancient body of
work, as well as others, added a lot to his own understanding of the tools that were
used and how they were used, which of course he incorporated into what he was doing.
At this time, he's probably the formost teacher of these skills in the U.S. Not to
mention a really nice guy too. His workshops are well worth attending if you've the
means and desire to do so.

Peter Rowe

Any idea of the price of the workshop Peter?


Join Valentin Yotkov at the Tucson East Hilton -"Rio Grande catalog in
motion" for the following events:

Chasing and Repousse demonstration - Friday, February 4, 2005 from 2 to
3:30 p.m.

Ornamental Chasing and Repousse Workshop - February 5-7, 2005

For more information call 505 839-3109
or log on to http://www.cataloginmotion.com

http://www.valentinyotkov.com/events.htm


2005 Visiting Artist Schedule - Metals Edge Studio

Ornamental Chasing & Repousse $695 with Valentin Yotkov
The ancient techniques of chasing and repousse are currently
experiencing a
rebirth among silversmiths, jewelry designers and other artists of
metalwork.
During this intensive, hands-on workshop, you will develop basic to
advanced
skills in the execution of ornamental chasing and repousse designs. We
will
explore different ways to further enhance your work through the
application of
these techniques.
Class Code: WJ039
Days: Wednesday - Friday,
Time: 10 - 4
Date: Feb 9 - 11
http://www.valentinyotkov.com/events2.htm

Valentin Yotkov, Bulgarian Master Silversmith
http://www.valentinyotkov.com | http://www.web-mex.com/valentinyotkov/

Call 480-425-0026 for further information or to register. To view our
regular
class line-up, visit our website, www.metalsedgestudio.com