Silversmithing for Jewellery - Introduction

Introduction to Silversmithing and Metal Working for Jewellery

Silversmithing is the art of shaping metal, principally silver, but also other metals such as copper, steel and brass, using specialist techniques. Silver is cheaper to buy than gold and so is popular with those just starting out and is very fashionable so is frequently used in more artistic jewellery pieces. Jewellery made using silversmithing is typically made from a single piece of metal that has been hammered or formed under the pressure of percussion.

Skills Gained:

This hands-on 5 day practical course will teach you techniques such as scoring, forging and hammering silver and metals to create jewellery and give you an insight into working with a variety of metals including silver and guilding metal.

This course is ideal whether you have experience of working with metals or are a complete beginner. You will practice each of the techniques you have been taught.

Certification:

Holts Academy of Jewellery Certificate of Completion

Price:

£493 or £438 for those in the Trade

Progression:
Silversmithing for Catwalk Jewellery and Large Body Adornments
Make Your Own Jewellery Course - Begin at the Bench
Progression:

Complete Silversmithing for Jewellery Course Package

Location:

Holts Academy of Jewellery

Availability:

Course dates:

  • 27th January - 11th February 2009 (Tue x2/Wed x2/Thur x1)
  • 19th May - 1st June 2009 (Tue x2/Wed x2/Mon x1)
  • 20th October - 17th November 2009 (Tue x5)
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  • Classes run 10:00 - 17:00