Workshops
Learn with me how to make your own beautiful jewellery using Art Clay Silver. An amazing and versatile material; with just a few simple techniques you can turn Art Clay Silver from a squishy blob of clay into stunning and unique solid silver jewellery.
Tutor Biography
Jo Richards BA (Hons)
I am a jewellery designer‑maker and Senior Silver Clay instructor, based near Winchester.
I’ve been designing and making jewellery since the mid‑nineties and teaching Silver Clay workshops since 2017. My teaching style is calm, encouraging, and accessible, creating a relaxed environment where students can enjoy the mindful pleasure of making.
I hold a BA (Hons) Degree in Design & Technology, City & Guilds Levels 2 and 3 in Jewellery Design & Silversmithing, and the Art Clay Higher Diploma. I also mentor for the Jewellers Academy and am qualified in adult education through the AET Level 3 Award. I am a Member of the Association for Contemporary Jewellery, the Guild of Jewellery Designers and AMCAW (Alliance for Metal Clay Arts Worldwide).
Since 2006 I've concentrated mainly on working in Art Clay Fine Silver - a recycled silver which can be Assay hallmarked as 99.9% pure silver. To read more about Silver Clay, click here.
