Upcoming Lapidary Demonstration, Sat, Oct 17 from 12-2pm (demonstrated by Rene outside, FREE)
Upcoming Dates
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17Oct12:00 pm-2:00 pm
What:
Come watch Rene polish different stones with his lapidary machine. Ask questions and learn a bit more about the cabochons that he cutes, polished and sells at The Local Artisan Collective.
Cost:
FREE
Ages:
Everybody
When:
Sat, Oct 17 from 12-2pm.
Where:
Just outside The Local Artisan Collective, located at 2371 Kiesel Ave in down town Ogden, just a little south of the Megaplex.
How To Register And Cancelation Policy:
no need, just show up and watch
About The Demonstrator:
This class will be taught by Rene Venegas, a 16th generation silversmith. His family was one of the first to arrive from Spain to the Americas. His ancestor, Felipe Venegas, was the silversmith for the early cathedrals in the Dominican Republic and stamped the first European coins in the New World. He has been teaching jewelry and silversmithing classes at Weber State for 15 years. In addition, he has been featured in The Standard Examiner, The Signpost, KUTV Inside the Story, FOX13 Good Morning Utah, The Salt Project and KTVX Good Things Utah. Most recently, he was awarded Ogden City’s Mayor’s Art Award for Folk Art.
Venue: The Local Artisan Collective
Venue Phone: (801) 399-2787
Venue Website: https://localartisancollective.com/event-calendar/
Address:
Description:
The Local Artisan Collective in Ogden, Utah, is a hub for local artisans to showcase and sell their handmade goods, including jewelry, art, and home decor. It promotes community engagement through workshops and classes, making it a key destination for supporting local creativity and finding unique items.
