“CELLINI COURSE”
This
course is specifically designed for the visitor to Florence
with
only a
limited time available, to experience the art of Jewelry and
it's place in Florentine tradition,from the time of the
Renaissance to modern day. This is a hands-on experience,where
the participants will realize a fully finished sterling
silver,stone-set piece to take home as a reminder of their
unique encounter with this facet of Florence. All materials
and tools provided
Hands on
assistance will be provided by Kenneth Scott at all stages of
their project,lectures will be given on the history and
methods employed in the craft of Jewelry making in Florence
and a visit to a museum to see examples of Florentine
craftsmanship.
A guided
tour around Florence visiting all the pertinent sites
applicable to the Guild of Goldsmiths in Florence.
A lunch to
be held at a Trattoria unique to the Jeweler craftsmen of
Florence.
TIMES:
Monday -Thursday 9.00—12.00
kencottdesign@yahoo.com
Schedule
Monday: Work-shop
orientation,lecture on Jewelry making
in Florence from the Renaissance to
present day,
selection of course project.
Tuesday: Studio work on course
project.
Wednesday: Field-Trip to the “Sala Argento”
at the Pitti
Palace,walk across the “Ponte Vecchio”
visit to a
retail out-let,trip to the Goldsmith's
area, and
two course lunch with wine at the
“Boco D'Orafo” Trattoria.
Thursday:Final Day. Studio
work on course project,finishing setting and final
polishing.
COST
400.00 includes
all materials,passes
and restaurant charge.
kenscottdesign@yahoo.com
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