One-to-one lost wax jewelry making workshop in Piazza San Marco (Venice, Italy)
One of the best things about my job is the possibility of sharing. The art of crafting jewelry through the ancient technic of lost wax is a liberating activity, which allows creativity to flow freely together with our deepest inner feelings and discover emotions perhaps we ourselves aren't even aware of. It's a direct link that goes from mind to heart and hands, with the latter that physically release our visions and give them a tangible shape and form.
I was so fortunate to discover this art and I avail myself of it daily to create wearable sculptures that carry a story. Such a fortune must be shared with others and it is what I do during my private jewelry making workshops, when I can convey the joy of this incredible skill.
My one-to-one workshops are designed both for professionals who are already familiar with jewelry making and want to delve into and learn more about the wax technic and to beginners curious about this old art form. The lessons are customized on the student, their goals and their starting point. It is possible to have just one introductory lesson of two hours or a series of lessons that will give the student the time to practice hands-on and design their own piece. Upon request, it can also be possible to have the piece fused in whatever metal the student will choose, with or without the addition of precious stones.
The workshops take place in my boutique in Piazza San Marco and are quite an intimate experience, in the sense that the student and I get to know one another and I will help them express themselves through lost wax. The background noise will likely be classical music, maybe jazz, and then the sounds of the tools of the trade. A unique experience, which aims to be both human and professional.
When creating a sculpture jewel, we are putting ourselves into what we do, thus it is not possible to have a cold and distant approach. The craft itself is warm and requires an open heart and a willingness to let oneself go. Personally, I am always so happy about the results. Students of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds who get the satisfaction of seeing their creation. It is a rich exchange and I feel so grateful, not only because I meet the most wonderful souls (like the wonderful Heike Merz of Ocean and More Jewels, here featured in the pictures with me), but also because I too learn the different ways people 'feel' the matter and how differently each of us finds their way to express their emotions and creativity.
A truly special occasion, educational and soul-stirring, when different paths of life encounter to create unforgettable and wearable emotions.
For more information and to book your appointment, just send me an email. Let me know your level, your interests and goals and we will set up the best experience for you.
Contact Information:
+39-338 923 2103
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