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Prerequisite: Lapidary 1 or equivalent

 

Intarsia is the art of creating stone to stone inlay; a technique in which the artist fits stones directly against each other, requiring great precision of cutting and design.

 

In this four-day class we will explore the ways to cut and reassemble stones in interesting patterns to create a cabochon that can be used in jewelry design. We will explore unusual approaches to curved and inlay techniques. Each student is required to have a basic Lapidary I understanding of how to cut and polish a stone to create a cabochon. Each student can expect to complete at least one cabochon.

 

What we will cover:

  • Brief History of Intarsia
  • Stone properties and how they respond to each other in the intarsia application
  • Tools for making Intarsia and how to use the lapidary machines and trim saws
  • Safety
  • How to cut and assemble stones, then reshape and polish to create a cabochon
  • Adhesives and methods of application
  • Assembling materials and best choices for Intarsia
  • Alternative materials
  • How to back a stone
  • Finishing and polishing

Tools we will be using: (provided by studio) Flat Lapidary Machine, Lapidary Machines, Diamond Trim saw and polishing machines.

 

Students must have Level Lapidary 1 skills, including knowledge of the use of lapidary equipment.

 

 

MATERIALS & TOOLS

Students are responsible for bringing the following:

  • Rough Slabs and finished material. Please only bring slabs, we will not be cutting rough material. Bring finished cabochons you wish to cut and reassemble.
  • Epoxy:  Must be Devcon 5 Minute Epoxy
  • Epoxy mixing sticks (wooden coffee stirrers)
  • Super glue
  • Scissors
  • Exacto Knife
  • Permanent Sharpie Marker
  • Ruler
  • Masking tape
  • Notebook and pencil
  • Nitrile gloves and face protection (N95 mask, and eye protection)

 

 

MASTER SERIES CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICIES

  • Once you have enrolled and paid tuition, there are no refunds or credits for Master Series Workshops if you are unable to attend.
  • By enrolling in a Master Series workshop, you affirm your acceptance of our no refunds policy and represent to us that you possess the appropriate skills to comply with the prerequisites.
  • Check your calendar carefully and choose wisely before enrolling.
  • In the event that DJS must cancel the workshop, a refund or credit will be issued.

 

Lesley Aine McKeown: Intarsia, a New Approach • Thu–Sun, Oct 2–5, 2025

SKU: 028763
$795.00Price
Quantity
  • Metalsmithing 1

(303) 997-9846

8392 South Continental Divide Rd, #104

Littleton, Colorado 80127

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