PMC Certification Fast-track
We are proud to offer the PMC Studio Certification Programme. This training programme enables you to quickly achieve a solid foundation in silver clay techniques, whether you are looking to make for pleasure or business. So if you are looking for a challenge and want to fast-track your silver clay skills, this is the training programme for you.
Available in studio and on-line, the cost of each Module is £360 plus clay, with programme and early bird booking incentives available. Contact us to find out more.
Module 1 - Naturals
This module looks at using the natural, clay like Properties of Precious Metal Clay and combining them with natural, organic materials such as leaves, twigs & pods.
- Natural materials - Use a leaf or pod to create a stunning pendant.
- Textured pendant - Includes creating your own moulds and simple gemstone setting.
- Glass pendant - Learn to set a glass cabochon in PMC and fire allowing for the shrinkage.
- Band ring – Learn how to make a strong, durable ring with PMC Flex.
- Toggle clasp - Create a two part toggle clasp
- Domed bead - Make a hollow bead using dry construction techniques. Can also be worn as a pendant.
Module 2 - High finish
This module is about achieving a professional finish. Learn the tricks of the trade to achieve this all of the time on all work.
- Japanese enamels - An introduction to using fine Japanese hot enamels.
- High shine mirror finish - Learn to polish your PMC so you can see your own reflection in your work.
- Ring with bezel setting - Create a silver bezel in PMC to create a setting for items that cannot be fired.
- Ceramics - Combine PMC Flex with bisque to create a beautiful solid decorated bead.
- Ceramics - Combine ready fired ceramics with PMC.
- Colour effects - Learn to create different finishes using liver of sulphur and platinol.
Module 3 - Innovative design
This module is about Incorporating new design elements into your PMC creations.
- Photopolymer textured pendant with 24K gold - Make your own photopolymer stamps and discover the Korean technique of Keum Boo.
- Syringe drawing - Master the syringe to create intricate, detailed designs that are structurally sound.
- Quilling - Learn this unusual technique using PMC+ sheet.
- Chain making - Make strong textured chain with PMC Flex.
- Ring with natural gemstone set in PMC - Enhance your rings with a natural gemstone.
- Silver earrings – Combine PMC with Sterling Silver without soldering.