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Drawing from her background of fashion and interior design, both in Italy and abroad, Maria-Luisa Boito has been experimenting with theatre and sculpture, culminating in the design and production of the ATELIER 7 jewellery collection in bronze, silver and semiprecious stones.

As a certified Art Clay instructor, she offers both one to one or small group workshops to those who wish to participate in the creative experience of silver, bronze and copper jewellery making. You will be shown the innovative techniques of working with metal clay to produce your own unique piece.

Courses are held in English or Italian in the marvellous city of Naples .

They are run over one or two days.

A light lunch is included in courses that run for over 5 hours.

“Teaching Metal Clay techniques for jewellery and encouraging new talents has become my passion.“

Atelier Gioiello Art workshops

Beginners Level Workshops

Jewellery making with Bronze Clay, Art Clay Silver or Art Clay Copper

The beginners workshops are open to those who wish to try something truly creative and no previous knowledge is required.

Classes can be on a one to one basis or a small group could be accommodated if you want to gather a few friends together (max. 4).

The atmosphere will be friendly and relaxed.

You will acquire the basic techniques to work with either silver or bronze clay and will return home with a beautiful piece of unique jewellery made entirely by you.

The workshops take place over one or two days.

A light lunch is included in workshops that run for over 5 hours.

Intermediate Level Workshops

Jewellery making with Bronze Clay or Art Clay Silver

The intermediate workshops are for those who already have some basic knowledge of metal clay.Classes can be on a one to one basis or, if required, for a maximum of two people in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

You will learn new techniques and become more confident in using your imagination to create your own jewellery. You will return home with the satisfaction of being able to exhibit unique jewels, made entirely by you.

The workshops take place over one or two days.

They all run for the full day and a light lunch will be provided.

Art Clay Silver Advanced Level Workshops and Official Certification

The certification workshops are broken down into three levels. During the certification workshops your progress will be assessed and documented. Once the pieces are finished, each participant will receive an official numbered certificate. This course program gives you excellent foundations for developing techniques with Art Clay Silver.

You will be encouraged to develop your ideas and will be qualified to teach introductory workshops. At the end of the second level, you will benefit from a 20% discount on the Art Clay Silver products.
In order to become certified Art Clay Silver instructor, you must attain level one and two certificates. To achieve this you must present 3 pieces of your own design and prove that you own a professional kiln. Those who obtain the certificate are entitled to a 30% discount on the Art Clay product line.

Workshops and Art Clay Certification classes are all run on a one to one basis.

Lucky Charm Experience

Have fun creating your own lucky charm, the perfect souvenir to bring back home from the beautiful city of Naples!

The “neapolitan chilly” in silver or bronze, embellished by a red tassel, will become the perfect gift to wish good luck.
As a pendant, it will go well with necklaces, bracelets, key-holders could be used as a bookmark or become a wonderful present suitable for any celebration.

What is Silver Clay?

Silver Clay is a metal clay made of pure silver powder, micro particles mixed with water and a non-toxic organic binder. By giving shape to your imagination and following specific precautions, it can be worked and shaped just like clay and, after firing (on the stove at home, with a torch or in a professional kiln), it will create a shining jewellery in pure 999 silver.

What is Bronze Clay?

Just like Silver clay, Bronze clay will allow you to easily create any shape you have in mind.

However, being in bronze, the costs will be significantly lower, therefore you can use it to make larger pieces. You will need a professional kiln for firing. Bronze clay can be extruded, rolled, sculpted, engraved, cut and manipulated in any way.

During firing, the binder which is associated to, burns away, leaving a solid, pure bronze piece.

You can create jewellery, jewellery components or personalised tools.

What is Copper Clay?

Just like Silver clay, Copper clay will allow you to easily create any shape you have in mind.
However, being in copper, the costs will be significantly lower but you need a professional kiln for firing . Firing time is much shorter than with bronze clay and you don’t need to embed the copper piece in activated carbon. Copper clay can be extruded, rolled, sculpted, engraved, cut and manipulated in any way. During firing the binder which it is associated to, burns away, leaving a solid, copper piece.