Not at all. All beginners welcome.

Classes are subject to availability. Currently, Saturday class are full but we can add you to the waiting list. Weekday classes’ are more flexible, and I generally have spaces.

The school is set up for adult students.

Goldsmith techniques is a practical skill, therefore the more time spent learning the skills the better. A jewellery apprenticeship, for example, takes about four – five years of daily learning and practise.

Most students attend on an ongoing basis, many have been with me for over five years.

There are institutions available for those who would like to pursue a career as a goldsmith and can be found here. Postmatric.co.za/jewellery-designer

All tools are supplied and there are five fully equipped work stations.

Yes, but your hands will get stronger.  Although any injuries or conditions that affect the hands means that you may be limited for the skills required. It is quite a physical job and requires a high level of patience.

The classes are paid at the beginning of the month. If you miss a class unexpectedly, you are more than welcome to make up in another time slot. Missed class payments do not get carried forward to the next month.

There are 3 initial projects.

• a pierced out moon pendant
• a soldered and flattened chain
• a comfort fit ring.

Most students are then able and keen to start on their own designs.

Mostly sterling silver, although some students work in gold. All materials are a separate cost.

It’s pretty much self selecting, you’ll be able to tell at the end of the first lesson if this appeals to you. But if you are interested in detail, like to concentrate and focus, and have a desire to design then this is for you.

We do not, the set up is for hobbyists only or as a stepping stone to more formalised training.