Instructional Videos
These are videos I created using story boarding and then filmed, edited adding music, and graphics.
These are samples created using Photoshop and Adobe Premier Pro.
Check out my YouTube channel for more examples, https://www.youtube.com/user/Janetofalltrades/videos?view_as=subscriber
These are samples created using Photoshop and Adobe Premier Pro.
Check out my YouTube channel for more examples, https://www.youtube.com/user/Janetofalltrades/videos?view_as=subscriber
Preparing a Casting Crucible
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 Photos by Janet Alexander
Hand-held casting crucibles are used for various casting techniques including cuttlebone casting, sand casting, straw casting, and water casting. A new crucible must be prepared before using it by coating the bowel and spout with borax.
Over time, a used crucible becomes coated with too much borax and the borax can cause problems while casting. If the collection of borax becomes too thick in the crucible, it can cause a clog at the spout, or even pour into your mold blocking the metal from entering. This course shows the process of preparing and cleaning the crucible. |
Using the EZ Torch
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This video describes the process of setting up and using the EZ torch. It is a nice compact torch that attaches to a small propane canister like you use for a camping stove. The fuel lasts for quite a long time using it with this torch.
Since I travel teaching metalsmithing I use this torch for my classes. I can pack it in my checked luggage and then after landing I can purchase the fuel. This torch is good for silver soldering, sintering metal clay, torch firing enamel, and melting small amounts of non-ferrous metals for casting. |
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