Workshop 1: Filigree incorporating traditional Khmer techniques

The Australian National University, School of Art, Gold and Silversmithing Workshop is hosting two workshops in March taught by visiting artists Puan Jiewthong and Taweesak Molsawat. These are open to the public and provide a wonderful opportunity to participate in a unique creative and cultural experience in the ANU’s world-class facilities.

Enrolments now open

Enrolments close when class is fully subscribed or on the dates listed for respective workshops. See below.

Workshop 1: Filigree incorporating traditional Khmer techniques

Cost $300

Payment due by 12^th march. Payment secures place.

Tutor: Puan Jiewthong

Dates: 14^th & 15^th March 2015

Time: 10am- 4.30pm

Location: ANU School of Art. Gold and Silversmithing Workshop                     

Description

In this workshop participants will observe and undertake the manufacture to Khmer style filigree works and enjoy direct contact with Puan who is a renowned master of the technique and custodian of culturally significant knowledge that works produced using this technique represent. Thai translators will be on hand to facilitate this unique cultural experience. Materials and tools will be available and are inclusive within the course fee. Refreshments and BBQ lunch will be provided.

Workshop 2: Enameling for expression

Cost $300

Payment due by 19^th march. Payment secures place.

Tutor: Taweesak Molsawat

Dates: 21^th & 22^th March 2015

Time: 10am- 4.30pm

Location: ANU School of Art. Gold and Silversmithing Workshop                     

Description.

In this workshop participants will have access to demonstrations of enameling techniques and the opportunity to complete their own samples. Taweesak is a highly regarded figure in the Thailand’s burgeoning contemporary jewellery scene and an experienced lecturer. Materials and tools will be available and are inclusive within the course fee. Refreshments and BBQ lunch provided.

Note: These courses require an enrollment of 8 in order to be viable and have a maximum of 12 places. We reserve the right to cancel the workshop with notice no less than 2 full working days prior to the event. Additionally, we reserve the right to cap enrollments at 12.

How to enrol

Get in touch with Rohan Nicol on the details below and add you name to the list. Payment details will be forwarded accordingly.

Contact:

Rohan Nicol
Head of Gold and Silversmithing workshop
ANU School of Art
rohan.nicol@anu.edu.au
61 2 61251662