Workshop :
Ceramic jewellery: the essentials
Instructor :
Violaine Ulmer
Objective: An approach to contemporary ceramic jewellery
Ceramic jewellery is unique in that it involves two areas of expertise: ceramics and jewellery.
The course will therefore focus on the question of how a ceramic piece can be assembled to become a piece of jewellery.
Three distinct working periods: 1- the first two days: working with porcelain 2- the 3rd day is devoted to the rudiments of working with metal 3- the last two days consist of using classic jewellery-making techniques to mount the porcelain pieces created on the first two days.
This course is aimed at people who want to start making ceramic jewellery, as well as those who already have experience in this field.
Ceramic part
Making porcelain modules in anticipation of assembly possibilities.
Beforehand, I will show you different types of assembly for necklaces, brooches and earrings (basic techniques and variations). This will enable you to anticipate the possibilities of hooks for the assemblies.
We can then move on to making porcelain pieces using modelling, stamping or casting techniques.
The pieces will be single-fired before moving on to the actual jewellery making.
Jewellery part
During this session, we will look for the most suitable assemblies for your pieces.
This will be an opportunity to try your hand at working with metal: soldering, the principles of making rings and chains, etc.
The mountings can be made with metal, but also with any other type of material you choose.
Practical details
6 participants maximum in order to be fully available for everyone.
Times: 10am – 6pm, with a short lunch break.
The studios are open between 8am and 10am and between 5pm and 8pm if students wish to continue working independently.
A wide range of documentation is available, including technical reference works, specialist catalogues and magazines, and art books.
Prices
Full 5-day course (35 hours): 780 euros
The price includes the use of the ceramics and jewellery workshops and tools, the raw materials and the high-temperature firing.
For the jewellery section, brass as working metal is included in the course price.
Accommodation is not included, but is available on site or in the village and surrounding area.
Dates
1. > 5. May 2025
13. > 17. October 2025
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