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916 - 350 - 0546
The Studio 26, LLC
4100 Cameron Park Drive #118, Cameron Park, CA 95682
Art of Screening Sunstone 11/23/24@9:30a
Screening Oregon Sunstone
Service Description
The art of screening Oregon Sunstone is an engaging blend of geology, craftsmanship, and patience. Each student will receive a sack of Oregon material brought from the mine. The class begins with a brief lecture on the unique qualities of Oregon Sunstone, its formation, and how to identify it. This gemstone is known for its captivating colors, ranging from transparent to warm hues like orange, red, and green. Students are given samples of rough Oregon Sunstone to familiarize themselves with the raw material. They learn to recognize the tell-tale glitter of copper inclusions and the play of color that makes this gem unique. The Screening Process: A Slow and Methodical Art Gathering Raw Material: Students collect a sack of raw material; this step can include working with soil or gravel that contains hidden Oregon Sunstone pieces, adding an element of discovery. Layered Sifting: You will learn to stack and shake screens with varying mesh sizes, from larger to finer ones. This creates a visual and tactile experience as they separate stones from debris, teaching attention to detail and patience. Water Screening for Clarity: Students' wet screening using water to highlight the sunstone's transparency and color, showing how even subtle inclusions or colors can make a piece valuable. Prerequisite: None The minimum class is 2, and the maximum is 6. If the minimum class is not met, it might be rescheduled. The class is approximately 4 to 5 hours long.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Payment in full for class fees is due at the time of registration to reserve your jewelry bench spot. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and PayPal. If the class is canceled by our school for any reason, we will give you full credit for the same class in the future and you will be given an open lab credit for the inconvenience. You can also transfer to another class, or you can keep a credit on account with us for future classes for up to 90 days (no exceptions). Students can cancel, and receive a credit, or transfer to another class up to 10 days before a jewelry class. No cancellations are accepted after the 10 days deadline; however, we will do what we can to try and sell your reserved spot to a qualified student. If we can sell your reserved spot, you can receive a credit for another class less a $50 cancellation fee. We will keep your credit on an account with us, or apply your fees towards a transfer to another class within 90 days. If you cannot make it to class, you may send a participant who has the necessary prerequisites in your place. Please call or email us immediately with any changes with the student participant information. Students must be at least 15 years old to attend a class, and students under 18 must have a legal guardian sign our liability waiver form. We have had younger students attend classes, on a case-by-case basis. If you are interested in enrolling your child, please email us. If you sign up for a class and fail to have the required prerequisites as listed in the class description, you are still subject to the 10-day cancellation policy, listed above. If you do not come to class, there are no refunds, credits, or transfers (No exceptions) We understand that things come up. If you are not able to make a scheduled class, please call us as soon as possible at 916-350-0546 to reschedule your class. No refunds allowed.
Contact Details
4100 Cameron Park Drive, #Suite 118, Cameron Park, 95682