In this film I take the viewer on a journey
through one day in the life of a Navajo silversmith. After a brief
history of my family, you are invited into my workshop where I
explain the creative process and build an original piece of jewelry
from start to finish.
As I work, I provide a running commentary on my inspiration for
design and the techniques involved in creating what I like to
call "Navajo Nouveau".
Join me for a behind the scenes look into the seldom seen world
of the Navajo silversmith.
| Chapters of the DVD 1. Introduction 2. Family History 3. Inspiration for Design 4. Selecting the Turquoise 5. Designing the Bracelet 6. Selecting the Silver 7. Bending the Wire 8. Soldering the Basic Shape 9. Grinding Silver 10. Shaping the Bracelet 11. Bezeling the Stone 12. Back Plate 13. Soldering the Bezel 14. Sawing 15. Grinding the Edges 16. Soldering Bezel on Bracelet 17. Making the Leaves 18. Copyright 19. Soldering the Leaves 20. Buffing 21. Setting the Stone 22. Final Shine 23. Credits |
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