Adults Courses

Jewellery Design & Techniques

Mon 16 Oct 2017 — Mon 11 Dec 2017

Nicole Lance begint

Learn how to create shapes, forms and different dimensions with metal. Solder, file and texture surfaces to explore the construction of contemporary jewellery.

Casting Objects in Metal

Mon 16 Oct 2017 — Mon 11 Dec 2017

Nicole Lance begint

Discover the lost technique of wax casting, a process in which a mould is created out of wax, burnt away and then refilled with metal. Using wax mould–making techniques allows for fine detailing on a small scale, resulting in exquisite metal pieces.

Jewellery Stone Settings, Trade Skills & Techniques

Tue 17 Oct 2017 — Tue 12 Dec 2017

Max Butcher intadv

Designed for those with some experience, students will develop fundamental jewellery techniques with a focus on setting stones. Learn how to cut, set and finish stones under the expert guidance of master jeweller Max Butcher.

Wed 18 Oct 2017 — Wed 13 Dec 2017

Learn traditional jewellery making techniques including sawing, soldering, bending and several ways of texturing metal. Create a number of your own pieces.

Working with Wire

Wed 18 Oct 2017 — Wed 13 Dec 2017

Design and create intricate cable-–like neckpieces and other jewellery using various knitting and braiding techniques with wire. No knitting or crochet experience required.

Enamelling

Thu 19 Oct 2017 — Thu 14 Dec 2017

Explore the distinctive technique of cloisonné, a style of enamelling using metallic wires and foils to achieve intricate patterns and designs. Create your own exquisite enamelled jewellery using this leadlight technique.

Silver & Alternative Materials

Thu 19 Oct 2017 — Thu 14 Dec 2017

Learn how to combine silver with a range of alternative materials to make unique pieces of jewellery. Explore ways of joining a variety of materials such as wood, fabric, perspex and paper. Techniques covered include riveting, stitching and making screws.

Jewellery – Improve Your Skills

Fri 20 Oct 2017 — Fri 15 Dec 2017

Max Butcher intadv

A great class for those with some jewellery making experience who want to refresh skills, learn new techniques and work on their own projects. Max is on hand to provide expert advice and demonstrations in all aspects of jewellery making.

Contemporary Silver Jewellery

Sat 21 Oct 2017 — Sat 25 Nov 2017

Nicole Lance begint

Learn the foundations of jewellery making including soldering, sawing, filing, riveting and creating textured surfaces in metal. Design and construct your own contemporary earrings, pendants, bracelets or rings in silver.