About
Tacoma Metal Arts Center offers Beginning Jewelry Metalsmithing, Sand Casting, Make a Steel Stamp (or three), Bezel Setting, and a Practice Class. Beginning Jewelry Metalsmithing is offered as a one-day class for $150 or a two-day class for $350, and both are listed as starter classes with no prerequisite. Sand Casting is $175, Make a Steel Stamp (or three) is $150, Bezel Setting is $175, and Practice Class is $125 for previous Tacoma Metal Arts students.
Programs
- Beginning Jewelry Metalsmithing - one day — Adults 18+; teens 14-17 may attend with a supervising adult enrolled in the class · $150 per class · Prerequisite: none. A starter class for absolute beginners.
- Beginning Jewelry Metalsmithing - two days — Adults 18+; teens 14-17 may attend with a supervising adult enrolled in the class · $350 per class · Prerequisite: none. Hands-on introduction to metalworking.
- Sand Casting — Adults 18+; teens 14-17 may attend with a supervising adult enrolled in the class · $175 per class · Prerequisite: none.
- Make a Steel Stamp (or three) — Adults 18+; teens 14-17 may attend with a supervising adult enrolled in the class · $150 per class
- Bezel Setting — Adults 18+; teens 14-17 may attend with a supervising adult enrolled in the class · $175 per class
- Practice Class — Adults 18+; teens 14-17 may attend with a supervising adult enrolled in the class · $125 per class · For previous Tacoma Metal Arts students to practice what they learned in classes with help from Amy.
At a glance
- Ages: 14–18 years old
- Price range: $125–$350 per class
About the provider
Amy Reeves is the owner and founder of Tacoma Metal Arts Center. She opened the center in December 2009. The program says it is a school for jewelry making and metalsmithing, and it offers classes, private lessons, and practice days. Amy Reeves received a BFA in Metal Design from the University of Washington, and her work and technical articles have been featured in Art Jewelry and 500 Bracelets.
What families say
“You are a wonderful teacher Amy, I sure learned a lot from you! Thanks for always taking the time to answer my questions even when they weren't related to the project at hand. I look forward to taking more classes from you in the future!” — Juliana
“Thanks again for all you do- I have a fabulous time in TMAC classes, and learn a great deal.” — Darleen
“It was a true blessing to have met you and worked with you. I appreciate your kindness, patience and sweet spirit. I know I will be in again for studio time to make more projects and have FUN!” — Bethany
Last updated October 27, 2026.
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