The Jeweler's Studio Handbook Traditional and Contemporary Techniques for Working with Metal and Mixed Media Materials

Metal-jewelry-making books tend to fall into three categories: technical soldering guides, PMC showcases, and craft-chain-style project books that assume premade, purchased components (including bead, wire, findings, and so on). Our book sidesteps these standard categories by becoming a whole-craft guide for the aspiring artisan-from outfitting the bench block to engraving metal pendants and setting bezeled stones. Competitive titles (see below) are either tool- and technique-heavy without including inspiring projects or they are heavy on the projects without motivating the creative energy from the core.The Jewelerrs"s Studio Handbookintegrates tools, techniques, projects, and creative inspiration into a single package with exceptional shelf appeal.

Brandon Holschuh has been a jeweler for nearly 20 years and maintains an active jeweler’s studio in Concord Township, Ohio. He is a member of the Society of North American Goldsmiths, The American Craft Council and the Society of Arts and Crafts. An accomplished exhibitor, winning numerous awards and merits, he maintains a demanding, year-round show schedule. In between shows, he teaches the fundamentals of jewelry fabrication to students in small class groups in his studio and holds workshops at nearby art centers. Visit www.brandonholschuh.com for more information.