Description
If you are new to jewellery making, coming back after a break or a confident jeweller, this course is suitable for you. Over the six weeks you will be guided by Jude in making silver jewellery by using traditional silversmithing techniques such as sawing, filing, soldering, forming and polishing. You can choose to make rings, necklaces, bangles, cufflinks and earrings. You will be introduced to the design element of jewellery making as well as top tips and advice on the best place to source your materials. As this course if for all abilities and experience levels, you will work on your individual design projects and Jude will be on hand to demo each stage of making the pieces you choose. As well as your own projects, there is an opportunity to work on a group project which will look at particular techniques in more detail such as sandcasting, cuttlefish casting, gem setting, keum boo and etching. The course fee includes the use of all tools and consumable materials. Additional costs will be for the metal for your designs and gemstones. Please bring a sketchbook, an apron to protect your clothes and if needed, a hair tie and glasses for close-up work. As each session is 10-4pm, please bring your lunch. Tea and coffee are available at the Centre. Note all prices include tools, incidental costs (consumables such as sawblades, polishing compounds, solder, gas, borax, pickle etc.) however the price of the metals is not included)
What's included in the price?
Class Dates (every other Friday except during school holidays): September: 20 October: 4, 18 November: 8, 22, 29 Class Times: All classes start at 9:30 and end at 16:30 Costs: £295 + materials (depend on selected material)
Duration
6 weeks
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Beginner students will learn the craft of Wood Carving using traditional tools through a couple of challenging exercises, talks and demonstrations. Those new to Wood Carving will learn all the basics and will develop the basic skills to successfully carve objects in wood. They will develop an understanding of wood, how to use the basic tools, then how to conceptualise a final Wood Carving goal and how to reach that goal. More advanced students will continue to improve their skills by carving more advanced pieces. Please note: no refunds will be given if canceled 2 weeks or less before the class are scheduled to start. Class Dates (every Thursday): September: 26 October: 3, 10, 17, 24 November: 7, 14, 21, 28 December 5 Class Times: All classes start at 18:30 and end at 21:30 Price: £295 (Deposit: £100)
