Introduction to Jewellery night class

This class is for those who are new to jewellery making.

The focus will be on basic metalworking skills through to the construction of jewellery such as rings and bangles.

You will learn how to cut and form metal, how to safely use a soldering torch, how to emboss designs into metal using a rolling mill, and how to use tools to texture metal, amongst other things. Silver is the main metal used but it is possible to use any metal you wish to. Please bring $25 cash on the first night to receive a starter kit.

How to apply 

We use the Eventbrite platform for our night class online applications. Click on the relevant link below to apply and pay online.

• Click here for to apply for term 1, 2 or 4 (Monday evenings)
• Click here to apply for term 3 (Monday evenings)
• Click here to apply for all terms (Thursday evenings)

2022 term dates 

Please note: There will be no classes on Otago Polytechnic holidays or public holidays. No classes during Easter week of 5 – 9 April. 

• Monday classes: No classes 21 March (Otago Anniversary Day)
• Monday classes:  No Classes 6 June (Queens Birthday)
• Monday classes: No classes 24 October (Labour Day) 

What if I want to attend the same course next term?

If you want to repeat this course, you will need to apply and pay for each term separately via our Eventbrite platform (by clicking the APPLY tab in the top right corner of this page).

Learners under 16

• We welcome learners under 16 but they do need parental consent to take this night class. 
• If you are a learner under 16, please do the following:
  • ask your parent or guardian if it's okay for you to do this night class 
  • apply online and tick the box during the application process that says that you are under 16 
  • ask your parent or guardian to send an email to [email protected] (Art Night Class Administration) letting us know that they're happy for you to take the night class. 

Directions

Classes are held in the Jewellery Studio at the Dunedin School of Art. Please click herefor a map.

Go to the main entrance of the Dunedin School of Art at 19 Riego St (off the Anzac Avenue end of Albany St). The Jewellery Studio is on the ground floor, opposite the main entrance.

Tutors

Sessions will be presented by Dunedin jeweller Meg Van Hale.

Materials

The Art School Jewellery Studio is well-equipped and provides a safe and sociable working environment.

Costs for materials will vary depending on the choice of jewellery materials.

Expect to spend about $20-30 on consumables like sawblades and solder. Some silver and base metals are available for purchase from the studio. Found objects and materials can be used for many projects and are a great starting point.

Enquiries

For enquiries, please email [email protected]