Enamelling for Beginners

Short course

In Colchester

£ 97 VAT exempt

Description

  • Type

    Short course

  • Level

    Beginner

  • Location

    Colchester

  • Class hours

    5h

  • Duration

    1 Day

To learn the basics of enamelling; including health and safety, why we counter-enamel, what metals to use, how to apply the enamel and decoration. Students will complete around 3 pieces of work, which they will take home. Suitable for: Beginners

Facilities

Location

Start date

Colchester (Essex)
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34 Willett Road, CO2 9AW

Start date

On request

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Subjects

  • Jewellery making
  • Kiln work
  • Enamel
  • Enamel techniques
  • Glass Jewellery
  • Jewellery Design

Teachers and trainers (1)

Toni Peers

Toni Peers

Craftsperson

City and Guilds in teaching adults. Part of the Encaustic Art teaching network. Over 10 years experience teaching crafts at a variety of venues. Member of the Guild of Essex Craftsmen for Enamelling and Encaustic Art.

Course programme

Course review:

Learn the ancient art of enamelling, which is fusing glass to metal using a kiln. In this short session we will cover the basics including health and safety and tools and materials Then you will learn how and why we counter enamel. Then we will look at a few enamelling techniques such as sifting, wet packing and applying media (mille fiori, glass threads, etc). If there is time or you have been before we will also look at techniques such as swirling and sgrafitto but the lesson will be tailored to your needs. Students will complete at least 3 pieces of work, which will make lovely pieces of jewellery.

Enamelling for Beginners

£ 97 VAT exempt