Introduction 1-to-1 Lost Wax Carving Session

You will explore the fundamentals of lost wax carving by creating your own ring, pendant, or sculptural form in wax.

Throughout the session, you will be guided step by step to develop your piece, learning how shape, detail, and surface texture in wax are transformed into precious metal through the casting process.

By the end of the workshop, you will have completed a finished wax model ready for casting.

Wax Carving Techniques

• Fundamental shaping and carving in wax
• Developing form, structure, and proportion
• Refining surface detail and texture
• Using professional hand tools with control and precision

Design Translation

• Understanding how wax becomes metal through casting
• Preparing a clean, castable wax model
• Developing structurally sound designs for jewellery production

Studio Practice

• Safe and confident use of jewellery tools
• Developing accuracy and hand skills
• Working within a professional studio environment

A focused, creative workshop introducing the core principles of lost wax carving through hands-on making and guided studio practice.

This is a dedicated 3-hour session designed to give you a complete introduction to the process while allowing time to create a finished wax piece.

Any additional time beyond the 3 hours may be extended by mutual agreement and will be charged on the day.

This session takes place in a professional jewellery studio and involves the use of fine carving tools.

For your comfort and safety, please:

• Wear comfortable clothing suitable for studio work
• Tie back long hair
• Avoid loose sleeves or jewellery that may interfere with tools

Your wax piece can be professionally cast in sterling silver, gold, or brass after the workshop.

Casting and metal costs are calculated separately depending on material choice.

Optional finishing services such as de-spruing, polishing, and final detailing are available if required.

Finished pieces are typically completed and returned within approximately 3 weeks.

• Complete beginners with no prior jewellery-making experience
• Creatives interested in traditional wax carving techniques
• Makers who enjoy hands-on, process-led learning
• Anyone wanting a focused one-to-one studio experience
• Those wishing to create a personal piece of jewellery through guided making
• Thoughtful gift experiences for craft and design enthusiasts

"This workshop is designed to introduce the principles of lost wax carving through direct making, allowing you to explore form, detail, and surface in wax while understanding how your work translates into finished metal through the casting process."

— Tamara Gervasio

Availability is limited and sessions are scheduled individually.

To reserve your place or request a suitable time, please get in touch:

tgjewellery@icloud.com