Bench goldsmithing course
In person at the atelier · Maximum 3 participants
For beginners and experienced students
In my studio, training stems from the daily work of a jewelry workshop. Here, I design and create jewelry on commission, tackling technical choices, processes, and practical issues.
Through demonstrations and guided bench exercises, I share with you the techniques for constructing, modifying, repairing, and finishing jewelry. The goal is not only to learn how to perform a particular process, but also to understand its reasons, recognize errors, and develop a personal working method.
The course is adapted to your experience: you can start from the basics or focus on the skills you want to perfect.
Course program
Before enrolling, we define the program based on your experience, the goals you wish to achieve, and the duration you choose.
The exercises are based on the techniques and situations I encounter in my daily work at the workshop, organized in a progressive path that allows you to develop dexterity, autonomy, and the ability to evaluate.
The work may include:
Organization of the station and use of tools in exercises.
Preparing components and shaping forms.
Assembly and soldering, including laser welding, with inspection of the joints.
Guided creation of jewelry with increasing difficulty.
Evaluation and execution of repairs and modifications appropriate to the level.
Finishing, polishing and checking the result.
In short courses, I focus my work on a limited objective. The longer courses allow for repetition of the operations and the tackling of a greater variety of constructions, repairs, and finishes.
How the lessons are conducted
The lessons alternate between observing the process, practical work at the bench, and reviewing the work. I help you recognize the errors, understand from which phase they originate, and correct them before proceeding.
For beginners, I introduce progressively more challenging exercises; with advanced students, I agree on more specific technical objectives, starting from the work they do and the difficulties they encounter. If you want to know My journey, Visit the About me.
Intensive schedule
Classes are held for eight hours, with a separate lunch break, concentrated on the agreed days. The schedule is determined based on the chosen number of hours.
Standard schedule
Two weekly sessions of four hours each. Dates and times are agreed upon before registration.
Duration and fees
The duration is chosen in relation to the program to be followed. Both frequencies are available for beginners and for those with previous experience.
Fees are per participant. Materials and any personal tools are charged separately.
Materials and equipment
The fee includes the lessons and the use of the workstations and equipment of the atelier provided for in the program.
The materials for the exercises and any personal tools are at your own expense: Before registration, you will receive the list and the associated costs..
Type
Hours
Fee
Standard
300
5.900 €
Intensive
40
2.000 €
Intensive
80
3.800 €
Intensive
160
5.000 €
Intensive
300
8.500 €
Intensive
400
12.000 €
Getting to know your instructor's work is a good place to start. In my gallery of bespoke creations, you can explore pieces of jewellery I have personally designed and made, and see how research, technical expertise and craftsmanship come together in each creation.
Whether you want to refine your skills or dream of becoming a goldsmith, these pieces offer a closer look at my experience and my approach to the craft.
Before choosing a course, discover my creations
The experience of those who chose my atelier
The reviews collected over time tell the story of my work as a master jeweler, my direct relationship with clients, and the artisanal experiences I have had in my studio.
They do not refer to these new training courses, but they allow you to know the attention I pay to people, the care I take in the processes, and my way of sharing my craft. You can consult them through the platforms indicated below.
Frequently asked questions about the bench goldsmithing course
Can I participate without any experience?
Yes. For those starting the course, the first step is to learn the tools and perform progressive exercises. The program is defined based on the starting point and the available hours.
Is the intensive course reserved for those with previous experience?
The intensive formula concerns the distribution of lessons and can also be chosen by those who are just starting out. The level of the course depends on the initial skills and the agreed goals.
How do I choose the number of hours?
Let’s start with the work you want to learn to do. A short course focuses the exercises on limited objectives; a longer course allows you to expand the work and devote more time to practice. Before enrollment, we agree on the program and duration.
Let's plan your bench goldsmithing training
Tell me about your experience, the skills you would like to learn and the period in which you would like to attend.
During a preliminary meeting, we will evaluate together the most suitable program, the required number of hours, the schedule, and the materials to be used, before proceeding with the registration.
Other courses to explore
In my goldsmith's workshop, each technique is part of a broader creative and production process. If you wish to delve deeper into the stages of creating a jewel, you can explore the following: Hand wax modelling course, To learn how to shape the models, or Lost-wax casting course, To learn about the process that transforms wax into metal.
See also all training courses to discover the other disciplines and choose the path that best suits your goals.
