CMAG Makerspace: A Space of Our Own
The Creative Metal Arts MakerSpace is a shared workshop in Watershed PDX, an industrial arts sanctuary in SE Portland with easy access by car and public transit. We offer professional instruction for both new metalsmiths and experienced jewelers seeking to refresh or advance their skills in a collaborative environment.
In addition to classes, we offer two benefits for members only: weekly open studio times staffed with an experienced CMAG host, and monthly special interest sessions where like-minded people meet to share and learn about specific topics, gain confidence in new skills, and troubleshoot thorny challenges in a community setting.
Take a Class
We host classes in a wide range of techniques on a regular basis. Subjects include stonesetting, wax carving, granulation, enameling, and much more. Please see the drop down menu at the top of the page for our upcoming classes, which are open to all – though members get a discounted rate.
Sign Up for Open Studios
Our centrally located studio in Portland is equipped with 10 jewelry benches with flex shafts. The studio includes a rolling mill, forming stakes, drill press, enameling kiln, torches, centrifugal caster, Beverly shear, buffer, and polishing equipment. Members can book open studio time on alternate Thursday evenings and Friday afternoons. Each three-hour slot costs $15 to cover the cost of a studio monitor, and we ask that you sign up in advance below.
Teach a Class
Would you like to teach a weekend or weekday class for CMAG? We welcome instructors with specialized skills they can share with our members. Please email cmag@cmaguild.org and we’ll send you a course proposal form.