Have you ever thought about making your own jewelry?
Or maybe you’re already making, and could use some support in further developing your skills?

I offer individualized instruction in all aspects of jewelry fabrication in silver and gold, from introductory to advanced levels. Whether you are interested in learning the basics to get started, or need to add or improve certain techniques like soldering or making settings for stones, I offer private, one-on-one instruction in my studio at the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia.

You will learn by working alongside me at my own workbench, where I create all of my original pieces. You can bring your own tools if you have them, or you can use mine if you don’t. And of course we can talk about strategic approaches to getting started on your own, so you won’t have to buy every tool there is to get started making complete pieces.

Intensive, One-on-One Instruction

I never take more than one student at a time! Very few jewelry courses offer this kind of individualized instruction. With my undivided attention, you will never be waiting while the instructor is busy with other students, and I won’t ever let you make mistakes or mess up your project. Working together this way allows you to learn much more in a short amount of time.

I have over thirty years of experience in the jewelry trade, and I have been making jewelry myself since 1999. Drawing on this extensive experience, I can help you approach learning in a way that serves your goals: whether that’s to learn one specific technique to incorporate into your work, or to begin a comprehensive course of study on the fundamentals of precious metalworking.

For more information, or to schedule a course, contact zachary@androusjewelry.com

Introductory Course: No Experience Necessary!
$950 (includes all materials and use of all necessary tools and equipment)

Over three full, six-hour days you will complete a sterling silver ring from start to finish, using the fundamental jewelry techniques: design and layout, piercing (sawing out a design), forming, soldering, pre-finishing (filing and sanding), and finishing (buffing and polishing). This is a great opportunity to learn about what’s actually involved with jewelry making, and decide if you want to commit to investing in your own tools to continue on your journey as a maker.

Customized Beginning, Intermediate, or Advanced Study

Have you reached a plateau with your skills? Are you ready to incorporate stone setting but not sure how to start? Would you like to make all your findings by hand? Or are you just starting out, but know that you want to make jewellery? Whatever your level of experience, I can help you work more efficiently and more effectively through a focus on fundamental bench techniques,working efficiently, and understanding the principles behind the practices. We can also cover pricing formulas, designing for production, and how to develop your jewelry business.
Weekly (40 hours) €2600
Monthly (160 hours) €10,500