Introduction to Anticlastic Raising

• Jewellers, silversmiths, jewellery students
• The workshop caters for those with basic metalworking skills up to professionals who want to learn more about forming metal. Tools and materials will be provided.

• Gain practical knowledge and skill in silversmithing
• Learn from a highly respected and talented silversmith with over four decades of experience
• Expand your skill vocabulary to incorporate new techniques and potential for new designs
• Connect with other enthusiasts and professionals in a friendly and collaborative environment.

• On completion of this short course you will gain the knowledge and skills to incorporate forging techniques into your own jewellery and silversmithing designs.
• Proficiency with anticlastic techniques will expand the variety of forms that are achievable in jewellery and holloware designs.

Course Overview 

• Date: 26th and 27th June 2026
• Duration: Two days; 10am – 5:30pm
• Last day to apply: 17th June 2026
• Venue: DCCIA School of Jewellery, Sessions House, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny, R95 X9Y6
• Number of participants: 7
• Fee: €365.74