Building a Body of Work Course
Are you ready to create with purpose, passion, and power? Join this immersive 8-week course led by renowned jewelry artist and luminary, Susan Lenar
Start Date: 2026
This is more than a jewelry class
In this 8-week immersive course, master metalsmith and artist Susan Lenart will guide you in building a complete, cohesive jewelry collection rooted in story, personal symbolism, and high-level craftsmanship. You'll gain new techniques in cold joins and connections, build a market-ready product line, and learn how to position your work for galleries, fashion, stylists, retail, wholesale, or even manufacturing.
Whether you're making one-of-a-kind art pieces or seeking to scale into signature production lines, this course provides the structure, skills, and inspiration to take your jewelry to the next level.
Susan Lenart / Founder
What you can expect to gain from this course
This course is a transformational journey from sacred object to public debut, helping each student build not just a line—but a legacy. With personalized mentoring, business techniques, and energy work, you will align your vision, refine your brand, and create a cohesive body of work to share with the world.
By the end of this course will:
+ Create a gallery-ready, fully conceptualized jewelry collection.
+ Have a deep understanding of cold joins and construction methods to support your evolving practice.
+ Know how to translate your big pieces into a trickle-down line of supporting, salable work.
+ Feel confident and prepared to enter wholesale, retail, or fashion markets.
Know exactly where your work belongs and how to approach those spaces with confidence and clarity.
Course Description
An 8-week immersive course to create a powerful, personal jewelry collection.
Awakening the Sacred Object
Layers of Meaning
Movement & Mechanism
Wearable Narratives & Line Composition
Surface & Stone Setting
Assemblage & Curation
Softness & Flow
Gallery Ready & Personal Debut
“Ever wondered how you create a powerful brand? I'd like to reveal a few secrets. From the depths of soulful self-discovery to the heights of heart-centered branding, join me on a transformative journey in Pathfinding."
Get 1 Month of Unfolding Free when you Join
Unfolding is a support system and a powerful community of like-minded people that helps keep you moving forward in a profound way. Unfolding includes This encompassing system offers business and studio advice drawn from personal experience, along with energy practices tailored to keep artists aligned and creative. Techniques include powerful breath work, intentional yoga, kriyas, and movement to foster personal growth and authenticity. Live meetings are held monthly for ongoing practice and inspiration.
Who Am I?
I am an artist, a business coach, a jeweler, an energy worker and an educator who has created successful products for the arts and craft field. I have built profound bodies of work +lines of jewelry in many markets from museum exhibits to multimillion dollar commercial endeavors. I have spanned many markets bringing in the concept of hope, light and personal work of individual Talisman and charms to create + manifest beauty and love in the world. I have created powerful one-of-a-kind talismans as well as bodies of work for commercial companies such as banana republic, Ann Taylor, Peruvian connection and Michaels craft store as well as interactive museums exhibits such as Renwick, Smithsonian, and Chicago art institute. I have also built pieces for Coachella and Hollywood performance artists, Milan, and New York runway in fashion.
How It Works
While Zoom meetings are recommended for real-time engagement, rest assured that all sessions will be recorded for your convenience.
Review Course Readings
Course readings will guide you through practical insights to deepen your understanding of branding through self-expression and divine alignment.
1st Weekly Zoom Meeting
Join us for an insightful hour long introduction to the week's course, setting the stage for your journey into the heart of branding
Work On Projects
Engage in hands-on projects designed to apply course concepts and unleash your creative potential, empowering you to craft a brand that resonates authentically with your essence.
2nd Weekly Zoom Meeting
Join us for our one- hour check-in and review meeting to reflect on your progress, address any questions, and ensure alignment with your brand journey.
COURSE BREAKDOWN
All meetings will take place at Tuesdays at 4PM EST and Sundays 12 PM EST
Week 1: Awakening the Sacred Object
+ Discover the inspiration behind your work through guided journaling and energy practices.
+ Explore sacred objects and personal symbolism to begin forming your authentic narrative.
+ Set intentions for your collection and creative path.
Meeting Dates: TBD
Week 2: Layers of Meaning
+ Dive into creative exercises to translate story into design.
+ Learn how to sketch jewelry concepts with intention and emotion.
+ Begin building a visual language that is distinctly your own.
Meeting Dates: TBD
Week 3: Movement & Mechanism
+ Get hands-on with essential techniques: piercing, sawing, soldering, and shaping.
+Practice creating strong, clean forms that will carry your story.
+Learn studio tips to build confidence and craftsmanship.
Meeting Dates: TBD
Week 4: Wearable Narratives & Line Composition
+ Expand your toolbox with techniques like riveting, tabs, and alternative joins.
+ Experiment with architectural elements to deepen the visual complexity of your work.
+ Begin constructing your first few components.
Meeting Dates: TBD
Week 5: Surface & Stone Setting
+ Learn bezel setting and surface treatments to add richness and depth.
+ Explore patina, texture, and layering for your signature finish.
+ Set stones and begin to unify your collection through style.
Meeting Dates: TBD
Week 6: Assemblage & Curation
+ Connect your pieces into a unified collection.
+ Refine form, flow, and consistency across your work.
+ Use storytelling to begin naming and positioning your pieces.
Meeting Dates: TBD
Week 7: Softness & Flow (Textile Techniques in Metal)
+ Weaving, wire crochet, and integrating fiber into meta
+ Refine personal sacred techniques and complete line development
Meeting Dates: TBD
Week 8: Virtual Art Show & Market Readiness
+ Present your full collection in a virtual gallery event.
+ Receive live feedback and support from Susan and peers.
+ Get guidance on approaching the market of your dreams—whether it’s:
+ High-end galleries
+ Fashion stylists
+ Wholesale reps
+ Retail buyers
+ Manufacturing opportunities
Meeting Dates: TBD
Find Your 5 Words
"Building a personal body of work or a business is
80% invisible behind the scenes and 20% action."
Learn new powerful information on yourself with a dive into personality questions and prompts to build your power words - 5 brand words - giving yourself empty space to create + lean into. Write your 5 branded words on the wall in your studio so they are always visible. Ensure that all that you say, do, and build fits within your branded words. This way, your brand will become strong.
