Alchemy is a magical process of transforming silver by heat!
The secret to this magical ability is silver and gold metal clay, which is known as Precious Metal Clay (PMC).
In metal clay, microscopic particles of silver or gold are mixed with a moist organic binder to create a material that has the feel and working properties of modeling clay. Using simple tools, the clay can be given shape, texture and character. After airdrying, the clay is heated in a kiln which fuses the silver particles and burns off the binder. The result is a fully metallic, fine silver or gold object. MAGIC!!
We are the local chapter of the PMC Guild in Tucson, AZ - the Southern Arizona Alchemists. Our guild includes metal clay artisans of all skill levels and we strive to encourage and educate our members and the general public. We welcome everyone interested in silver and gold metal clay to our monthly meetings to learn about this magical material.
In metal clay, microscopic particles of silver or gold are mixed with a moist organic binder to create a material that has the feel and working properties of modeling clay. Using simple tools, the clay can be given shape, texture and character. After airdrying, the clay is heated in a kiln which fuses the silver particles and burns off the binder. The result is a fully metallic, fine silver or gold object. MAGIC!!
We are the local chapter of the PMC Guild in Tucson, AZ - the Southern Arizona Alchemists. Our guild includes metal clay artisans of all skill levels and we strive to encourage and educate our members and the general public. We welcome everyone interested in silver and gold metal clay to our monthly meetings to learn about this magical material.
Tucson Chapter
of the
PMC Guild
of the
PMC Guild
info@pmctucson.com
Copyright 2006-8 Southern Arizona Alchemists
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Last updated - July 8, 2008
Copyright 2006-8 Southern Arizona Alchemists
All Rights Reserved
Last updated - July 8, 2008
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