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Course Brief Description:
This second-level creative course on jewelry making fundamentals will help students develop new skills in both making and design. It is designed for those who have previously taken the Introduction to Jewelry Making course or have experience in jewelry making or jewelry design.
In this advanced course, connections will be the focus—centering on the many types and uses of rivets. These techniques are referred to as 'cold connections' since they do not require a torch. Rivets have been used for centuries in various materials, including metal, plastics, wood and even heavy paper, to connect pieces of a design.
During this hands-on course, participants will individually go through the process of making design sketches for their pieces before selecting a final outline. By the end of the course, each participant will create a matching set of earrings and a pendant using the acquired skills from this creative course.
Course Objectives:
- Understanding earring and pendant design principles.
- Learning cold connection techniques for rivets in different styles (tube, standard, and flush styles).
- Developing individual design-thinking skills.
- Practicing material combinations (e.g., metal with plexiglass or metal with wood).
- Designing a matching set of earrings and a pendant.
Course Outcomes:
- Gaining hands-on experience in jewelry design.
- Practicing multiple design sketches before finalizing a piece.
- Creating a matching set of earrings and a pendant by hand.
Recommended for:
Individuals interested in jewelry making, jewelry design, artisan crafts, handmade metalwork, metalsmithing or working as jewelers.
Facilitators
Robeir Amir
"The Design Studio by Azza Fahmy"
Robeir Amir is an Egyptian third-generation jeweler with a deep passion for the craft, specializing in goldsmithing. His technical expertise in jewelry-making is grounded in both his family legacy and formal training. While his background in marketing and management has played a key role in expanding his family business, it is his mastery of traditional and modern jewelry techniques that sets his work apart. In 2013, Robeir formalized his skills by enrolling in a course at DSAF during its inaugural year. He furthered his education at the Design Studio by Azza Fahmy where he refined his proficiency in goldsmithing, metalworking, stone setting, engraving, and casting, to become a graduate of the studio. Today, Robeir is a lead instructor at the studio, where he imparts his extensive knowledge and expertise to aspiring jewelers. his work is distinguished by his meticulous attention to detail. Robeir’s dedication to sharing his craft extends beyond his workshop, having also contributed to teaching in the MENA region, including Qatar.
Shahd Essam
"The Design Studio by Azza Fahmy"
She holds a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from the German University in Cairo (2018). Driven by her passion for jewelry design, she pursued further studies at the Design Studio by Azza Fahmy, graduating in 2021. Since then, Shahd has been a key member of the DSAF teaching team, where she started shortly after graduation and has since become one of the lead instructors. Her formal training equipped her with advanced technical expertise in metalworking, stone setting, casting, engraving, and enamel work, forming the foundation for her ability to create intricate, custom jewelry pieces that merge traditional craftsmanship with modern design principles. In addition to her jewelry training, Shahd pursued a two-year study program in Traditional Arts through the King’s Foundation School for Traditional Arts (London) and Al Jameel House of Traditional Arts in Cairo .Shahd has led numerous workshops across Egypt and the MENA region (including Qatar and Jordan), further showcasing her technical proficiency. She continues to refine her skills and share her knowledge through participation in international exhibitions, including her latest involvement in the (Now and Else Where) exhibition in Austria.
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