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Jewish Arts & Soul Project: Judaica Metal Tooling
August 22, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$10
August 22: Judaica Metal Tooling
Location: The J’s Staenberg Family Complex, Arts & Education Building
Date: Tuesday, August 22
Time: 7-9pm
Cost: $10
Local artist Deborah Katon teaches the art of metal tooling—a centuries-old embossing technique used to beautify Jewish artifacts. Participants will design, etch and patina wall hangings adorned with the hamsa, a protectant against evil, or chai symbol, the Hebrew word for “life”. Materials and light refreshments provided. Veteran metal-toolers and first-timers welcome.