Anticlastic raising is a silversmithing technique that involves hammering a flat sheet of metal into two opposing curves leading to very natural forms.
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.
This course is open to both DCCI members and members of the public.
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
Why Attend
- 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.
Learning Outcomes
- 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.
Who Should Attend
- 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.
The technique will be taught by demonstrations and practiced through a series of exercises in which you will make a series of progressively more complex bangles in gilding metal to develop your skills and help you fully understand the process.
Know Your Instructor
Séamus Gill is an award winning Irish silversmith who uses traditional silversmithing skills to design and create elegant jewellery, silverware and sculpture.
His unique designs evolve from his high level of skill and a deep understanding of the working qualities of silver. He has work in many public and private collections worldwide including the National Museum of Ireland and the Vatican Rome.
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