Wubbers University Courses by Gwen Youngblood
Gwen is an Inventor, Instructor and Maker of Pretty Things.
Gwen explored a variety of creative outlets, from cake decorating to quilting to lampworking, until she discovered making jewelry with Wire, Metal and Fire. They inspire her creativity and fuel her passion for teaching.
Gwen is the inventor of the Riveting Essentials tools – a set of tools that makes riveting easy and nearly foolproof. As Gwen said recently: “These are the tools for riveting that I have been trying to find for years. In my own work, they let me handle riveting tasks that I always thought were too difficult. In the classroom, these tools have changed riveting for my students. The beginner student will be amazed at their instant riveting success. I love that “A-HA!” moment, when students realize how simple riveting can be with these tools!”
As an instructor, Gwen loves the interaction and camaraderie of the classroom. Her mission is to make metal working techniques accessible to everyone, so that students learn more than they expected, and have fun doing it. Students can expect Gwen to share her knowledge and creativity freely, with a dash of humor and lots of caring patience.
Gwen also believes it is important for students to experiment with new techniques without a costly investment in new tools. For that reason, Gwen provides all necessary tools for each student to use in class, whether in her studio, Metal Art Lab, or on the road.
Gwen is privileged to share her talents with students in her own studio, Metal Art Lab in San Antonio, and studios across Texas. Also look for her classes at Bead Fest Santa Fe, Bead Fest Texas and Bead & Button (Milwaukee, WI).
Please visit her website, www.metalartlab.com, for current class information. Visit her online shop, www.etsy.com/shop/MetalArtLab to purchase the Riveting Essentials tools.
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