Our wax carving class is a perfect place to start if you want to give wax carving a try or wish to refresh or develop your skills even further!
We understand how daunting it is to start something new & how easy it is to lose it, if you don’t use it ???? We pride ourselves on small intimate classes, this is so that;
1. You, our students feel comfortable in your new explorations
2. Our teachers can really get to know you and help and guide you through each class.
What is wax carving and how does it work?
How long does the course run for?
Our Wax Carving Course is a 5 week course, which runs for 2.5 hour class, each week!
Can gemstones be added to my design?
Yes! Our Jewellery Designers and Silver Smiths can set gemstones for you for an additional fee. Please ask for more information if you are interested in availing of this service!
Casting
We then take your carving to professional casters who take a mould of your design. They then pour the silver into your mould to create your piece of Jewellery.
The finishing touches
Once your piece has been returned, it will need to be polished and cleaned up so it’s ready to wear!
Why Silver Works?
Unlike traditional institutions, our priority is to help you learn & develop a new skill, not profit.
This is why we offer only 6 places within our bespoke courses, so you get the most out of each class!
You will be taught by a highly experienced goldsmith/silversmith, working within the industry who has an abundance of Jewellery design experience.
How much we talking?
Our bespoke 5-week intimate Wax Carving Course is just €350.00, however, you can hold your place with just €100 deposit!
Please note, there are 2 small surcharges, separate from the cost of the course, one is for the cost of your silver, which is weighed on its return from casting. The second is for your casting, we send your wax carving to the casters, this is generally around €25, but is dependent on what you decide to make and how many pieces.
What’s Included?
We provide Tea & coffee and some chocolate, for good measure!
All tools and equipment, materials (wax), drills & aprons are provided for the duration of the course.
Health and Safety
We ask that you wear closed shoes. You will be provided with aprons to keep your clothes clean. We have halved our class capacity to ensure the safety and well being of our staff and students during the current situation we find ourselves in. We ask that all students and teachers wear visors or masks during our class, as an added precaution, to keep each other safe. If you don’t have a mask, one will be provided for you. Each of our studios have been fitted with perspex dividers. We have installed sanitation stations for you to use on entering and exiting our premises. If you have any concerns or suggestions, please feel free to get in touch with us today at info@silverworks.ie