5600. Lapidary - Stone Cutting & Polishing - Cabochons!
Class - Lapidary | Available
A cabochon is a gemstone which has been shaped and polished as opposed to faceted. Learn the basics of creating cabochons including stone selection, using a trim saw, dopping the stone, and grinding/polishing on a cabbing machine. This class enrolls just 4 students so everyone has their own cabbing machine to use. Begin with oval shaped cabs and work toward freeform styles. Work at your own pace to create lots of beautiful cabochons in this class. Be inspired by our great selection of rough material, much of it donated by our generous instructors, including locally-sourced pieces along with exotic choices. You’ll love the magical transformation the stones go through. No experience required. Repeat students welcome. Materials included in the fee and you keep your creations! The class will run with just two students, so find a friend and sign up and you'll be sure it'll GO!
Class open to ages 14 through adult.
Watch this fun short video made in Sawtooth's studio by Lapidary instructor Charles Whicker. You'll see a cabochon made from start to finish!
Sawtooth thanks the Forsyth Gem and Mineral Club for their establishment of a scholarship to support students wishing to attend courses in lapidary arts at Sawtooth. The Forsyth Gem and Mineral Club (Paul Burton and Dick Hartz) Lapidary Arts Scholarship is available annually. Interested students should apply using the online form here.
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Gary Parker
Mr. Parker has lived in Greensboro since 1963 and became fascinated with minerals as a Cub Scout. He became involved with the Greensboro Gem and Mineral Club in the early eighties and has been an active member ever since. Currently serving as president of the mineral club, Gary has served in all aspects of the club activities. Gary has taught Lapidary classes in the past including cabbing at the Greensboro Cultural Arts Center and the Natural Science Center of Greensboro. Additional classes taken over the years include wire wrapping, silversmithing, jewelry design and faceting. Gary does freelance cabbing at home, makes gem trees, and participates in several mineral shows as a vendor. He appreciates having the opportunity to share his knowledge with the students at the Sawtooth School.