Individual one to one tuition to learn the art of making Mitsuro Hikime Jewellery with Annalin

Individual one to one tuition in all aspects of Mitsuro Hikime Jewellery with Annalin

Discover the beauty of Mitsuro Hikime, a unique wax-working method used to create naturally flowing, organic textures in jewellery and sculpture. In this session you will learn how to prepare and manipulate Mitsuro Hikime wax into models which can be cast into metal. The resulting sculptural forms cannot be replicated by other forging or carving methods.

From a place of consistent practice I will guide you step by step to create your own wax designs which will be suitable for casting into precious and non precious metal. The present moment process encourages creativity and acceptance as each piece you form will be truly one of a kind.

This workshop is suitable for beginners and experienced makers. By the end of the session you will leave with a deeper understanding of this fascinating jewellery and sculpture making technique. You will have the knowledge and skill to move forward with your own Mitsuro Hikime practice.

Where

You will come to my studio in my home in Shropshire for this session, the address will be provided once you have booked the session. It is my home and my studio is small but can comfortably accomodate the two of us. I have a small friendly dog but if you do not like dogs let me know and she can go and hang  out with her friends for the day!

When

I offer one to one sessions on a Monday however If you would like to discuss a different day  for a one to one session please contact me using my contact page and I will do my best to accomodate your request.

Duration:

You will recieve 5 hours of teaching and practice with guidance. The workshop will run from 1000hrs-1600hrs.  I will provide tea & coffee and a light lunch, please let me know if you have any allergies or dietary requirements when you book. 

Suitable for:

This workshop is suitable for beginners with no jewellery making experience and is also suitable for jewellery designer makers and creatives wishing to explore this sculptural practice for use in their own work.

Safety:

Please wear closed toe shoes or boots, I have workshop aprons avaliable for you to use.

Materials:

All tools and materials will be provided and you will leave with some Mitsuro Hikime wax and written information and guidance on how to continue your practice after you leave.

Outcome: You will create at least one unique Mitsuro Hikime wax model ready for casting into jewellery. You are welcome to take your models with you and you could have them cast with your preferred casting house or I can discuss with you during the session options for casting and finishing. We will cover  all aspects of the process from design, through casting and finishing your pieces ready for sale.