Description

Ongoing Silversmithing and Specialist Technique introductory session

 

This is a one to one only session which is available for those who have some jewellery making experience and want to progress to more advanced procedures.

It also for those who may need help in making a particular design which is causing difficulties.

This facility is particularly useful for designer craftspeople wishing to progress with their skills and those wishing to set up their own studio and students looking for new procedures to enhance their design options.

Being able to use various tools to test their viability can save a lot of money.

Our well-equipped studio with specialist tools is made available for the use of the student.  Professional help and guidance is offered with design, manufacturing techniques and the use of specialist tools.

Many other skills such as, chasing, enamelling, etching, tool making, and other specialist techniques can be introduced and taught  within this module. Please be in touch with your area of interest.

A particularly useful tool in fabrication and repair is the PUK welder. This tool can be a valuable asset. It does have limitations but has many strengths which make it an indispensable tool for the jeweller.

The PUK welder together with an introduction is available within the minimum 4 hour session fee at an additional $75.00 per hour.

The session is conducted in an unhurried, supportive happy and friendly environment in an air conditioned well-lit large studio.

• General silversmithing
• Chasing or Repousse’
• Enameling
• Etching
• Silver Soldering
• Tool making with silver steel. Annealing, hardening and tempering
• PUK Welder introduction and time hire
• Introduction to The Smith Mini Torch for silver soldering and Melting
• Deft clay casting
• Use of an extensively equipped studio
• Air conditioned work space
• Design assistance and Manufacturing techniques
• Flush setting
• Bezel setting

 

Price:  The fee is based on a minimum of 4 hours, extra hours can be purchased if required on the day. Students are free to supply their own materials.

We can supply silver and consumables such as gas, solder etc at a small additional cost.

Availability: On selected days to be arranged on booking Weekdays and Weekends (8:30 start). Please contact to arrange a suitable day.

Class sessions must be booked in advance. Sorry there are no refunds, but the class can be deferred to an alternative mutually agreed time provided we have at least 12 hours notice.

Please note that this is a 4 hour one-to-one class only, extra hours can be purchased on the day if required.