Jewellery is a foremost form of personal adornment, but within the production of such work lies a wealth of history, meaning, technique and creation that makes this intimate craft an intriguing journey of exploration. Students will learn basic silver working techniques whilst designing and producing their own items of silver jewellery.

If you want to learn Silver Jewellery in Sydney then this course is for you.

Agenda

During this course the intention is that the following topics will be covered, but not necessarily in the order given. Due to the variable nature of Adult Education classes, parts of the curriculum may be adapted to suit the needs of the class.

• Learn about equipment used to make silver jewellery
• Design a medallion/pendant made from copper
• Learn to design and make 2 silver rings
• Practice annealing/shaping/fitting; ring joint/soldering
• Learn and practising polishing techniques
• Finish the rings

Objectives

The intended Learning Outcomes for this course are as follows.

By the end of the course the student will have:

• Learned to use basic metal work tools
• Learned and practised basic silver working techniques
• Produced two silver rings during class, and, depending upon progress, a third item using a variety of techniques.

Other Information

Please bring:

• Pens
• Pencils
• Paper
• Rubber
• Finepoint permanent marker
• Also any extra silver you may want

While kits of basic hand tools are available during class, you will be required to purchase some of your own equipment (list of tools and where to buy them will be outlined in lesson one).

Please bring $50.00 for the first class for metals and a small tool kit. Some additional metals will be available from the Tutor.

Please wear closed in shoes.

Rozelle Site, cnr Gordon St & Victoria Rd, Rozelle (in the grounds of St. Joseph’s Church). If driving, no entry into Gordon Street from Victoria Road. Last block on your right before Victoria Road. Pedestrian entry opposite Prince Street. Click on the following link for directions:
http://www.sydneycommunitycollege.com.au/site/203, cnr Gordon St & Victoria Rd, Rozelle (in the grounds of St. Joseph’s Church). If driving, no entry into Gordon Street from Victoria Road. Last block on your right before Victoria Road. Pedestrian entry opposite Prince Street. Click on the following link for directions:
http://www.sydneycommunitycollege.com.au/site/203

PLS NOTE: All classes need a minimum number of students to go ahead. If your course does not have enough students it will be cancelled and you will be informed. Courses are usually cancelled, when necessary, 2 working days prior to the scheduled start date.***Please be aware that you may be informed of a cancellation &/or change via SMS or E-mail.