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Flux Studios Jewellery School, Southwark Programme Prospectus
Southwark Weekend Courses |
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SW05. Design and Make a Sterling Silver Ring
Date: Weekend 21/22 January 2012
Tutor : Vicky Forrester
Times: 10.00am – 5pm
Max student numbers: 10
Course costs:
Full fee £200 non Southwark resident.
Full fee £80 Southwark Residents
£40 Concessionary rate for Southwark Residents
BOOKING: info@fluxstudios.org
Or book online
http://www.fluxstudios.org/southwark.html
| 2 day intensive course for complete beginners!
This course is primarily for Southwark residents and is sponsored by Southwark Council, but a limited number of places are also available to non- residents of the borough
Course Aims: The course aims to introduce and develop the practical skills we use for working precious materials in contemporary jewellery making.
Course details: You'll be walking home with the most precious ring on your finger at the end of this exciting weekend! Experiment with hammering techniques, learn how to size a ring, cut intricate patterns. You will explore a range of approaches to texturing, shaping and forming metal, completing several experimental rings in gilding metal, before working in sterling silver to produce your final design.
Techniques include: texturing of metals; ring sizing; drilling, piercing and filing metal; silver soldering; forming; forging; polishing.
The course fee covers the cost of non precious materials, and you will also be provided with silver to make your ring.
If you would like to have your ring hallmarked with the Flux Studios hallmark this can also be arranged at cost price.
More info will be provided at the time of booking your place.
Concessionary Rates for Southwark Residents apply because of support from Southwark Council.
Please contact us to check your eligibility before choosing the concessionary option. |
DC03. Casting Processes in Metal
Date: Weekend 25/26 February 2012
Tutor : Vicky Forrester
Times: 10.00am – 5pm
Max student numbers: 10
Course costs:
Full fee £200 non Southwark resident.
Full fee £80 Southwark Residents
£40 Concessionary rate for Southwark Residents
BOOKING: info@fluxstudios.org
Or book online
http://www.fluxstudios.org/southwark.html
| 2 day intensive course for students at all levels!
This course is primarily for Southwark residents and is sponsored by Southwark Council, but a limited number of places are also available to non- residents of the borough
This course is suitable for people who already have some basic experience in jewellery-making, who wish to further explore their creativity in metal.
Course Aims: The course aims to introduce and develop the practical skills we use for working precious materials in contemporary jewellery making.
Course Description: This is an exciting opportunity to experiment with a variety of approaches to casting, exploring cuttlefish casting, delft sand casting, plywood and silicone mould making. Using pewter as our metal for casting we will also look at ways to incorporate other materials into the cast.
You may also work with silver if you wish, but you will need to bring your own metal.
It is anticipated that you will produce a range of progressive test pieces which could form the basis of a charm necklace or bracelet.
Techniques include: Cuttlefish casting, delft sand casting, acrylic / ply method of casting, silicon mould making; working with resistant materials to make prototypes for mold-making.
The course fee covers the cost of all non-precious materials. More info will be provided at the time of booking your place.
Concessionary Rates for Southwark Residents apply because of support from Southwark Council.
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PS01. Design and Make a Pendant with a stone Setting
Date: Weekend 21/22 April 2012
Tutor : Vicky Forrester
Times: 10.00am – 5pm
Max student numbers: 10
Course costs:
Full fee £200 non Southwark resident.
Full fee £80 Southwark Residents
£40 Concessionary rate for Southwark Residents
BOOKING: info@fluxstudios.org
Or book online
http://www.fluxstudios.org/southwark.html
| 2 day intensive course for complete beginners!
This course is primarily for Southwark residents and is sponsored by Southwark Council, but a limited number of places are also available to non- residents of the borough
Course Aims: The course aims to introduce and develop the practical skills we use for working precious materials in contemporary jewellery making.
Course details: First experimenting with texturing and other sheet metal techniques you will then design a pendant, also incorporating a semi-precious stone of your choice. You will then learn how to make a setting for the stone and you will complete the pice with a bail or a jump ring to attach it to a piece of leather.
Techniques include: texturing of metals;drilling, piercing and filing metal; silver soldering; making a rub-over bezel, setting your stone and polishing.
The course fee covers the cost of non precious materials, and you will also be provided with silver to make your pendant. If you wish to put your pendant on a silver chain you will be advised what to buy and where to buy it.
If you would like to have your pendant hallmarked with the Flux Studios hallmark this can also be arranged at cost price.
More info will be provided at the time of booking your place.
Concessionary Rates for Southwark Residents apply because of support from Southwark Council.
Please contact us to check your eligibility before choosing the concessionary option. |
CE01. Cold Enamelling
Study mode: Full days, consecutive Saturdays
Date: Saturday 5 and Saturday 12 May 2012
Times: 10.00am – 5pm
Max student numbers: 10
Course costs:
Full fee £200 non Southwark resident.
Full fee £80 Southwark Residents
£40 Concessionary rate for Southwark Residents
BOOKING: info@fluxstudios.org
Or book online
http://www.fluxstudios.org/southwark.html
| 2 day intensive course for students at all levels!
This course is primarily for Southwark residents and is sponsored by Southwark Council, but a limited number of places are also available to non- residents of the borough
This course is suitable for all students who are interested in exploring the use of colour in jewellery
Course Aims: The course aims to introduce ways to combine metal and cold enamels to make original pieces of jewellery.
Course details: First introducing you to the concepts and applications of the process of cold enamelling, your tutor will assist you to develop and make your design for a pendant, brooch or earrings, which you will then cold enamel with your choice of colours. The second day will focus on cleaning and polishing and finishing methods for you to complete your original designs.
The course fee covers the cost of all materials. Metals available for your use include brass, copper and gilding metal. Cold enamels will also be provided.
You may also bring your own precious materials to work with.
If you bring precious materials to work with and would like to have your work hallmarked with the Flux Studios hallmark this can also be arranged at cost price.
More info will be provided at the time of booking your place.
Concessionary Rates for Southwark Residents apply because of support from Southwark Council.
Please contact us to check your eligibility before choosing the concessionary option. |
T01. Textures on metal - Etching
Date: 16 June 2012
Study mode: Saturday
Tutor : Vicky Forrester
Times: 10.00am – 5pm
Max student numbers: 10
Course costs:
Full fee £80 non Southwark resident.
Full fee £40 Southwark Residents
£20 Concessionary rate for Southwark Residents
Please contact us to check your eligibility before choosing the concessionary option.
BOOKING: info@fluxstudios.org
Or book online
http://www.fluxstudios.org/southwark.html
| 1 day introductory course for beginners
This course is primarily for Southwark residents and is sponsored by Southwark Council, but a limited number of places are also available to non- residents of the borough
Course Aims: The course aims to introduce ways to etch patterns into metal to create original jewellery pieces.
Course Description: First experimenting with methods of applying stop-out to metal surfaces for etching, you will then etch your preferred pattern onto a sheet of silver which you will then make into a ring or pendant.
The course fee covers the cost of all materials. Metals available for your use include brass, copper and gilding metal. Cold enamels will also be provided.
You may also bring your own precious materials to work with.
If you bring precious materials to work with and would like to have your work hallmarked with the Flux Studios hallmark this can also be arranged at cost price.
Concessionary Rates for Southwark Residents apply because of support from Southwark Council. |
Family Workshops |
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FO8. Family Workshops .
Textures on Metal with Vicky Forrester
Date: Saturday 10 December 2011
Times: 2pm – 5pm
Max student numbers: 6 x (adult and child) places
Course costs: FREE
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These Introductory family workshops aim to get children involved in making and enjoying their creativity.
Course details: An exciting opportunity for you and your child to make fabulous objects in metal using texturing techniques. Punch letters, imprint leaves or feathers onto the surface of copper, use hammers to create interesting patterns. Make a ring or a pendant or a medal from your brass or copper sheet.
At Flux Studios we provide a supportive environment where families / children and their carers can actively engage with creative and craft processes in the professional environment of an artist studio. Projects are tailored to suit children having no prior experience, with initial focus on free experimentation with material and technique. Students then put their newfound experiences into producing a final piece of jewellery or mini - sculpture.
Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for children 8+
(remember to put the code for the course in your email!)
BOOKING: info@fluxstudios.org
More info
http://www.fluxstudios.org/southwark.html
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FO9. Family Workshops .
Pewter Casting Workshop with Vicky Forrester
Date: Saturday 11 February 2012
Times: 2pm – 5pm
Max student numbers: 6 x (adult and child) places
Course costs: FREE
| Family Workshops
These Introductory family workshops aim to get children involved in making and enjoying their creativity.
Course details: An exciting opportunity for you and your child to make fabulous objects in metal using the cuttlefish casting technique: Design a pendant or medal in metal. Carve it. Cast it. Drill and polish it. Wear it!
At Flux Studios we provide a supportive environment where families / children and their carers can actively engage with creative and craft processes in the professional environment of an artist studio. Projects are tailored to suit children having no prior experience, with initial focus on free experimentation with material and technique. Students then put their newfound experiences into producing a final piece of jewellery or mini - sculpture.
Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for children 5+
(remember to put the code for the course in your email!)
BOOKING: info@fluxstudios.org
More info
http://www.fluxstudios.org/southwark.html
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F10. Family Workshops
Pewter Casting Workshop with Vicky Forrester
Date: Saturday 24 March 2012
Times: 2pm – 5pm
Max student numbers: 6 x (adult and child) places
Course costs: FREE
| Family Workshops
These Introductory family workshops aim to get children involved in making and enjoying their creativity.
Course details: An exciting opportunity for you and your child to make fabulous objects in metal using the cuttlefish casting technique: Design a pendant or medal in metal. Carve it. Cast it. Drill and polish it. Wear it!
At Flux Studios we provide a supportive environment where families / children and their carers can actively engage with creative and craft processes in the professional environment of an artist studio. Projects are tailored to suit children having no prior experience, with initial focus on free experimentation with material and technique. Students then put their newfound experiences into producing a final piece of jewellery or mini - sculpture.
Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for children 5+
(remember to put the code for the course in your email!)
BOOKING: info@fluxstudios.org
More info http://www.fluxstudios.org/southwark.html
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Weekday Courses |
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TF01. Design and Make a Matching Set
Study mode: Full days, Thursday/Friday
Date: 15/16 March 2012
Tutor : Vicky Forrester
Times: 10.00am – 2.45pm
Max student numbers: 10
Course costs:
Full fee £200 non Southwark resident.
Full fee £80 Southwark Residents
£40 Concessionary rate for Southwark Residents
| 2 day intensive course for beginner / intermediate students
This course is primarily for Southwark residents and is sponsored by Southwark Council, but a limited number of places are also available to non- residents of the borough
Course Aims: The course aims to introduce ways to texture, shape and form metal to create original jewellery pieces.
Course details: We begin the course with experimentation. Punch letters, imprint leaves or feathers onto the surface of copper, use hammers to create interesting patterns. Use forging techniques, hammers and stakes to change the shape and form of metal wire and sheet. We will then focus on the matching set, considering how we apply these techniques to create wearable and original jewellery items. You will then make your own matching set using your own tests to inform your designs. We will also focus on cleaning, polishing and finishing methods for you to complete your original designs.
The course fee covers the cost of all materials. Metals available for your use include brass, copper and gilding metal.
You may also bring your own precious materials to work with.
If you bring precious materials to work with and would like to have your work hallmarked with the Flux Studios hallmark this can also be arranged at cost price.
More info will be provided at the time of booking your place.
Concessionary Rates for Southwark Residents apply because of support from Southwark Council
BOOKING: info@fluxstudios.org
Or book online
http://www.fluxstudios.org/southwark.html
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TF02. Design and Make a Matching Set
Study mode: Full days, Thursday/Friday
Date: 10/11 May 2012
Tutor : Vicky Forrester
Times: 10.00am – 2.45pm
Max student numbers: 10
Course costs:
Full fee £200 non Southwark resident.
Full fee £80 Southwark Residents
£40 Concessionary rate for Southwark Residents
BOOKING: info@fluxstudios.org
Or book online
http://www.fluxstudios.org/southwark.html
| 2 day intensive course for beginner / intermediate students
This course is primarily for Southwark residents and is sponsored by Southwark Council, but a limited number of places are also available to non- residents of the borough
Course Aims: The course aims to introduce ways to texture, shape and form metal to create original jewellery pieces.
Course details: We begin the course with experimentation. Punch letters, imprint leaves or feathers onto the surface of copper, use hammers to create interesting patterns. Use forging techniques, hammers and stakes to change the shape and form of metal wire and sheet. We will then focus on the matching set, considering how we apply these techniques to create wearable and original jewellery items. You will then make your own matching set using your own tests to inform your designs. We will also focus on cleaning, polishing and finishing methods for you to complete your original designs.
The course fee covers the cost of all materials. Metals available for your use include brass, copper and gilding metal.
You may also bring your own precious materials to work with.
If you bring precious materials to work with and would like to have your work hallmarked with the Flux Studios hallmark this can also be arranged at cost price.
More info will be provided at the time of booking your place.
Concessionary Rates for Southwark Residents apply because of support from Southwark Council.
Please contact us to check your eligibility before choosing the concessionary option. |
TF03. Design and Make a Matching Set
Study mode: Full days, Thursday/Friday
Date: 31 May, 1 June 2012
Tutor : Vicky Forrester
Times: 10.00am – 2.45pm
Max student numbers: 10
Course costs:
Full fee £200 non Southwark resident.
Full fee £80 Southwark Residents
£40 Concessionary rate for Southwark Residents
| 2 day intensive course for beginner / intermediate students
This course is primarily for Southwark residents and is sponsored by Southwark Council, but a limited number of places are also available to non- residents of the borough
Course Aims: The course aims to introduce ways to texture, shape and form metal to create original jewellery pieces.
Course details: We begin the course with experimentation. Punch letters, imprint leaves or feathers onto the surface of copper, use hammers to create interesting patterns. Use forging techniques, hammers and stakes to change the shape and form of metal wire and sheet. We will then focus on the matching set, considering how we apply these techniques to create wearable and original jewellery items. You will then make your own matching set using your own tests to inform your designs. We will also focus on cleaning, polishing and finishing methods for you to complete your original designs.
The course fee covers the cost of all materials. Metals available for your use include brass, copper and gilding metal.
You may also bring your own precious materials to work with.
If you bring precious materials to work with and would like to have your work hallmarked with the Flux Studios hallmark this can also be arranged at cost price.
More info will be provided at the time of booking your place.
Concessionary Rates for Southwark Residents apply because of support from Southwark Council.
BOOKING: info@fluxstudios.org
Or book online
http://www.fluxstudios.org/southwark.html
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PS02. Design and Make a Pendant with a stone Setting
Date: 5 /6 July 2012
Tutor : Vicky Forrester
Times: 10.00am – 2.45pm
Max student numbers: 10
Course costs:
Full fee £200 non Southwark resident.
Full fee £80 Southwark Residents
£40 Concessionary rate for Southwark Residents
BOOKING: info@fluxstudios.org
Or book online
http://www.fluxstudios.org/southwark.html
| 2 day intensive course for complete beginners!
This course is primarily for Southwark residents and is sponsored by Southwark Council, but a limited number of places are also available to non- residents of the borough
Course Aims: The course aims to introduce and develop the practical skills we use for working precious materials in contemporary jewellery making.
Course details: First experimenting with texturing and other sheet metal techniques you will then design a pendant, also incorporating a semi-precious stone of your choice. You will then learn how to make a setting for the stone and you will complete the pice with a bail or a jump ring to attach it to a piece of leather.
Techniques include: texturing of metals;drilling, piercing and filing metal; silver soldering; making a rub-over bezel, setting your stone and polishing.
The course fee covers the cost of non precious materials, and you will also be provided with silver to make your pendant. If you wish to put your pendant on a silver chain you will be advised what to buy and where to buy it.
If you would like to have your pendant hallmarked with the Flux Studios hallmark this can also be arranged at cost price.
More info will be provided at the time of booking your place.
Concessionary Rates for Southwark Residents apply because of support from Southwark Council.
Please contact us to check your eligibility before choosing the concessionary option. |
Tutors at Flux Studios
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Vicky Forrester. Flux Studios director and tutor.
Vicky Forrester is practicing jeweller with 23 years of experience in the contemporary jewellery field. She has exhibited work extensively in the UK and abroad through various specialist galleries (Electrum, Lesley Craze, Flow, ProArte Monaco etc. Vicky has a BA Hons degree in Silversmithing and metalwork (Camberwell, 1990), and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (Goldsmiths’, 1994). Vicky has also taught jewellery making courses in a variety of contexts for the last 13 years – at community and further education colleges in London. (Community Education Lewisham, Morley college, Lambeth college, Westminster Adult Education Service). more
Becky Dockree
Yuki Sasakura
Henri Fernandez
Alex Yule |
Selected reviews.
"Make jewellery well, have fun, make friends! The tutor has a thorough knowledge and experience in jewellery making, she helps you to achieve great results and helps you explore your own ideas and individuality. The classes are informal and fun and very productive. The course is great value for money. The studio is well equipped and there are plenty of tools to share. The library of reference books can be a great source of ideas and the class discussions are also good for stimulation of ideas. Each session is productive and great fun, the group work in a very relaxed and happy environment. We socialise by attending exhibitions together and sometimes shop in Hatton garden for supplies." B
"Fantastic Course. Plenty of scope to develop your own designs plus teaching in wide range of jewellery skills. Teacher is an experienced jeweller, very enthusiastic and encourages creativity among her students. Well equipped jewellery studio. Good atmosphere in the classes. " L
"Excellent course a must for silver jewellery ! You get your great value for money, and more. the teacher is excellent and is always more than ready to help and give advice. she always encourages you to develop in all the aspects of jewellery making, and has great passion. I always looked forward to my next class. The studio was made for the pupils in mind. We have access to all equipment, and are taught to use and respect all equip. what we don't know how to use the teacher is more than willing to teach. I looked forward to every session, great atmosphere! I made lots of friends for life and keep in touch with everyone from my class. We regularly chat on the phone and meet up for jewellery making sessions at each others homes. teacher is great, you will always have fun as well as learning everything as she pushes you to develop and learn!" Zara |
Work by students at work on the short course in Delft Casting. Jewellery courses in London at Flux studios.
For enquiries contact info@fluxstudios.org tel: 07931 228 352 |
