Silversmithing for Wellbeing Sundays

On this course you will learn about Silversmithing and Jewellery making. You will develop practical skills to make your own metal jewellery. You will explore design ideas and you will learn about health and safety. Please note that Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland council do not fund non-accredited courses. This means that if you live under any of these councils you will need to pay £130 for this course with no concessions as it is not accredited.

Price

£100.00

Location

Bensham Grove Community Centre

Day(s) of the week

Sunday

Number of Weeks

4

Start Date

Enrol Anytime

Course Times

10:00am to 3:30pm

Course Code

PBG09L1

PLEASE NOTE: Due to restrictions on funding from NTCA learners from the North of Tyne Authority postcodes will need to pay the full cost of programmes at the time of enrolling which will be more than the price quoted in the online directory. This will equate to £6.50 per hour of learning with no concessions available in regard to age or employment status.

What is the Programme Content?

This course is direct delivery and you will be in the workshop throughout. This is a very practical, hands on course. There will be live demonstrations and recorded demonstrations by your tutor which cover the relevant techniques and design ideas. You will look at the work of well known contemporary and classic artist makers to develop design ideas of your own. You will spend a lot of time on practical work, building up your skill level to design and make jewellery or fine products of your own. You will be involved in deciding which topics will be covered on the course. You will cover essential health and safety for silversmithing. You will learn all about Sterling Silver, Gold, Copper and Brass that are used in the industry. You will work in a welcoming environment.

Who is it for?

This course is for everyone who wants to be a silversmith and create their own jewellery.

What prior experience and knowledge do I need?

You do not require any experience but a little would be of great benefit.

What materials or equipment do I need to provide?

You will need to pay for your materials such as metal sheet and/or wire and gemstones. Your tutor can often supply these at cost price or will be able to tell you what to buy and where from.

What materials or equipment do we provide to you?

We provide all the equipment you will need to take part in the course.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed informally in a supportive way. This will be done in conversation with your tutor on a regular basis and will also be written on your weekly individual learner plan journal. Feedback and ways to improve your work will be given regularly and will be developmental.

Is the programme accredited?

No, this is not an accredited course.

What can I do next?

Enrol on the same course again next term. Enrol on a higher level course within our system. Just ask your tutor.

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