I’m looking for an experienced goldsmith or professional bench jeweler in the Sonoma, Napa, or surrounding areas who would be interested in offering private, hands-on goldsmithing lessons.
I’m hoping to find someone who can provide one-on-one instruction and teach traditional jewelry-making techniques, starting with the basics and eventually progressing to working with gold and setting gemstones.
Some of the skills I’d love to learn include:
* Measuring, sawing, and shaping metals
* Soldering and forming jewelry
* Filing, polishing, and finishing
* Fabricating fine jewelry from start to finish
* Eventually learning gemstone setting
Ideally, I’m looking for an experienced artisan who would be open to private lessons, occasional workshops, or an ongoing mentorship arrangement. I’m happy to compensate someone fairly for their time and expertise.
I’m especially interested in learning directly from a working goldsmith in their studio or properly equipped workspace.
If you’re a goldsmith yourself, know someone who might be interested, or have recommendations for local artisans, I’d greatly appreciate hearing from you!
Please respond with your name, experience, location at which classes would take place and your rate.