We are thrilled to announce Harriet Kelsall as keynote speaker. She will describe her story starting a creative business from start-up stage to present day - Harriet is one of the most respected bespoke designers and business trailblazers working in the UK jewellery industry today.
Date Published: 31 July 2017
Earlier this month our apprentice Sam Bowles completed his apprenticeship and was made a Freeman of The Goldsmiths' Company.
To end the apprenticeship, and mark the occasion, he had to present a masterpiece to the Court of Wardens with his Master, Dave Merry.
Sam made a silver vase based on a skull and a Day of the Dead theme with Steve Wager.
Read about the history of apprenticeships within The Goldsmiths' Company online.
Date Published: 31 July 2017
Want to develop your hand engraving skills? This one day short course will show you how to best use air-driven tools to push through the metal’s surface.
Date Published: 31 July 2017
Kate Hainge was awarded the second prize in the Jewellery category at the Make Your Mark Awards 2016 for her Magnifying Ring design. One of the prizes was a mentorship with esteemed British jewellery designer Stephen Webster, who has been designing and making jewellery for more than 40 years. After starting out in the jewellery industry as an apprentice in London’s Hatton Garden, the Stephen Webster brand is now known the world over for its bold design style while celebrating traditional craftsmanship.
Kate tells us what she has taken away from this invaluable and unique experience.
Date Published: 26 July 2017
