Introduction to silver clay with Grainne Reynolds

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Location: West Dean
£185
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About this course

Come and make your own unique fine silver jewellery using magical silver clay.

In this one-day workshop you will learn how to make a pendant or drop earrings from pure silver metal clay.

Course Description

On this introduction to silver clay course you will learn how to handle, texture and cut the clay to create a pendant or pair of drop earrrings.

You will learn how to refine your piece for a quality finish and how to torch fire your creation. You will polish and patinate your piece of jewellery ready to wear and go home with at end of the day.

This is a fun and relaxed workshop and is ideal for beginners.

A small selection of sterling silver chains and ear wires will be available to purchase at the end of the day at additional cost.

Course Materials

Included

On this course the College will supply all of the materials including 10g silver clay per student (extra available to purchase from the tutor if required), polishing papers and sanding pads.

What students need to bring

  • A notebook and pen for taking notes and designing jewellery pieces
  • An apron
  • Hair tie for long hair
  • Covered shoes (no sandals or open toes)

Available to buy

Available from shop:

  • A good variety of art and craft materials are available for purchase

  • Silver can be purchased from the College Shop, which stocks a range of sheet, wire, rod, tube and findings. These will be available in set sizes and lengths suitable for a wide range of projects Available from tutor:

  • Extra silver clay is available to purchase from the tutor if required. A small selection of sterling silver chains and ear wires will be available to purchase at the end of the day at additional cost

Additional information

Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).

Timetable

Timetable for one day courses

Students should arrive by 9am for registration.

Classes are from 9.15 - 5pm

Lunch is included.

General Information

Tutors

Grainne Reynolds

Grainne has been a metal clay artist and tutor for nearly 10 years. She is passionate about metal clay and loves nothing more than sharing her skills and teaching others.

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