Intermediate Engraving Course with Dario Batzella 2 Days

2-day Engraving Masterclass with award-winning hand engraver Dario Batzella



2 x 8 hours Class size 1 to 2 guests       £319

This course is designed to build on techniques learned in the introductory course. Participants will learn to design and engrave on curved surfaces while maintaining control of engraving tools.
You will learn how to:
  • Create your own wrap-around design or select a suitable project to complete on copper beakers (2 sizes of copper beakers will be available).
  • Transfer the design onto the beaker using plasticine and talc ready to engrave.
  • Hold the beaker firmly while engraving.
  • Keep control of the engraving tool on a curved surface.
Engraving on curved surfaces presents more challenges than flat surfaces, giving learners the skills to help with future projects, such as engraving the outside of a ring.
Dario Batzella is a professional engraver based in Edinburgh. He has created award-winning pieces and won the Goldsmiths’ Silver Award in Senior Engraving in 2019 and 2 bronze awards in 2023.
Dario studied many techniques, including engraving at the Italian mint in Rome and is currently an expert hand engraver in Scotland.
Tutor: Dario Batzella
Level: Intermediate – completion of engraving for beginners or similar is recommended (please contact Beccy if you are unsure)
Materials: Materials are included in the course fee (copper beakers – 1 x small and 1 x large).
What you'll get
Materials are included in the course fee (copper beakers – 1 x small and 1 x large).
Knowledge required
Level: Intermediate – Completion of engraving for beginners or similar is recommended (please contact Beccy if you are unsure)
What to bring
You will need your own eyeglasses and optivisors or very close work glasses.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 2 consecutive days.

Location

Yardley Arts Centre, The Old School Hall, The Square, Yardley, Hastings, NN7 1EU

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Beccy Gillatt School Of Jewellery
Beccy Gillatt School Of Jewellery

5.0 (23)

Hi, I'm Beccy Gillat and I'm passionate about helping you to discover the wonderful world of jewellery making, silversmithing and more!
I run a number of different jewellery making courses in the beautiful village of Yardley Hastings which is conveniently located within easy reach of Northampton, Milton Keynes and Bedford.
There are courses to suit all levels of ability from complete beginners to those with some experience. One off workshops, multi week courses and 1:1 or private group booking all available, so please do get in touch if you have a specific technique you’d like to learn or special piece you would like to make.
I have years of experience and expertise from not only my studies (BA Metalwork and Jewellery making and MA Goldsmithing, Silversmithing, Metalwork and Jewellery) but also from residential programmes, craft fairs and having my work displayed in art galleries across the world.
The workshop has come a really long way since Yardley Arts first opened 4 years ago. Originally the workshop was set to be a multi-use area and was named the craft room but I slowly took over the space and with my tool addiction and slowly filled the space with lots of kit.
It is a real pleasure to help someone make a piece of jewellery so personal to them that they will wear and treasure for a lifetime. Who knows it might even get passed down to younger family members one day.

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