This course introduces students to enameling as a means of embellishing small works in metal (e.g. jewelry). Students will explore a variety of traditional methods for fusing glass powders to copper and fine silver including sifting, painting, cloisonné, champlevé, and, piqué-a-jour. Assignments will direct students toward developing a personal aesthetic vision while emphasizing the effective application of color theory and formal design principles. Students will maintain a journal/sketchbook and conduct research to enhance their learning. Students should be willing to commit a minimum of 8 hours per week to out-of-class work in this studio. Critiques will provide a means for sharing ideas, challenging assumptions, and assessing “quality” in the work being undertaken. A basic knowledge of jewelry fabrication methods and a willingness to work patiently, precisely, and responsibly are prerequisites for this course.