Robert Moore, former supervisor of the Town of Webb and longtime jewelry maker, will share his expertise in silver smithing this February in classes to be hosted at View in Old Forge.
Moore started out taking all of the jewelry classes art teachers Al Stripp and Carmen Losito offered at Town of Webb Schools before his 1975 high school graduation.
He specialized in jewelry his senior year, but also took art courses that included mechanical drawing.
He continued to take silver jewelry classes from Stripp at the Old Forge Arts Center in the years that followed.
In addition, he’s studied under silversmith Angelo “Puggy” Pugglione.
Moore said he likes envisioning a design, putting it on paper and then building it.
He favors working in sterling silver but also enjoys mixing metals.
He says that most of his creations have gone to family and friends, but that he’s been commissioned to create a few pieces.
Al Stripp said his former student has grown to be an impressive artisan.
“Robert is probably the best solderer I’ve ever seen. I think he’s great. He watches the silver and when it’s just the right color, he knows it’s gonna go. He can do anything with silver that I could ever do,” Stripp said.
Moore is offering a class called “Creating Silver Jewelry” at View on Tuesdays, from February 5 to March 12.
The classes will run from 6 to 9 p.m.
The fee is $75 or $50 for members.
The price of materials is based on pieces created.
While this six-week class is designed for beginning students, Moore welcomes experienced jewelry makers as well.
Students will learn basic techniques including sawing, texturing, and soldering, through demonstrations and projects.
Depending on students’ interest and experience levels, they may have the opportunity to set stones in silver.
Students will also learn vocabulary and safety related to studio procedures.
Space is limited, so those interested should register early.
Call View at 369-6411 ext 201, email info@ViewArts.org, or stop by View at 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY.
