Jewellery And Wax Carving Short Course

About this course

The course introduces the stages of lost wax casting, from shaping jewellers’ wax models to producing silver jewellery. Participants begin with a set project to learn fundamental carving techniques and tool use, then develop their own designs with guidance tailored to their work. The course focuses on translating three-dimensional ideas into cast forms, with rings among the pieces commonly produced. Participants typically complete several individual silver jewellery pieces during the course.

What you'll learn

• Apply basic carving techniques to jewellers’ wax
• Use tools for shaping and refining wax jewellery models
• Explain the main stages of the lost wax casting process
• Develop jewellery designs suitable for casting in silver
• Translate design ideas into finished cast jewellery pieces

Is this course right for you?

The course is for learners aged 18 and over at all levels. No previous jewellery-making knowledge is required, while its focus on a different set of techniques also makes it suitable as a follow-on for beginners’ jewellery students. Intermediate jewellery-makers can use the course to explore how design ideas translate into cast pieces.

• No prior jewellery-making knowledge is required
• Suitable for learners developing beyond a beginners’ jewellery course
• Intermediate jewellery-makers can receive guidance on designing for casting

Before you go

• Participants are encouraged to bring ideas and visual inspiration for jewellery designs.