Metals

The last project of the 2nd trimester for the 8th grade students was a Metals Project.  Students pierced, cut, filed and sanded negative spaces in their metal to created the desired design.

Student began the project by creating 9 different 2 X 3 ideas.  They then had to decide where negative shapes would be in order to create detail within their specific design.  Next each student was given 12 jeweler's saw blades and a saw frame to begin their project.

Finally, the students used files to 'clean up' any over-cuts and rough spots that were created from their sawing.  Students were also instructed to sand their project when the filing was completed.

Here are a couple examples of the 8th grade work this year:

Track Shoe Bookmark:

Saxophone Earings: