Trying Out the Jeweler's Techniques (2h)
Discover the jeweler’s know-how.
About the Course
What expertise is involved in the process of creating a jewel?
After a brief introduction to the techniques, sit down at the traditional jeweler's workbench and participate in four different workshops, guided by the artisans themselves.
Practice sculpting on a piece of jewelry modeling wax and use the jeweler's saw to make cuts into a piece of metal. Learn how to polish and one of the most essential gestures to the setter, consisting of "lifting the grain" in a piece of metal.
At the end of the course, bring your wax gadroon home.
Useful to Know
- You are welcomed by your lecturers, and a refreshment is offered to you before the class starts.
- The course is given by three lecturers, including a jeweler and a stone-setter.
- All necessary equipment is provided on site.
- A certificate is given at the end of the class along with a list of recommendations of books, podcasts, websites, museums related to the course attended.
To Go Further
Join the course "From Design to Mock-up" to explore the first steps in making a piece of jewelry and create a tin jewelry mock-up.
QUALITY
L'ÉCOLE set up, 5 years after its foundation, a Scientific Council to oversee the consistency of its educational policy and the relevance of its teaching materials.
EXCLUSIVITY
Courses are delivered in small groups to allow students to discuss one-on-one with experts of the jewerly's world.
PASSION
All our teachers are passionate experts chosen for their enthusiasm and skills in transmitting their knowledge.
GENEROSITY
Skills are presented with ease in an enjoyable way, hands-on experience and dialogue. Classes are for everyone with no pre-requisites.
NEED HELP?
For any need, contact us by mail contact@vancleefarpels.com.