Art Clay Diploma Level 2
Art Clay World approved senior instructor Julia Rai teaches this three day advanced skills Art Clay Diploma Level 2 metal clay qualification course. This is a private course with all materials included and instruction on a one-to-one basis. Contact Julia to arrange a suitable date.
Aida Chemicals, the manufacturer of Art Clay, have set the curriculum for this course, in association with the European Art Clay distributors. Because of this, the qualification is recognised across Europe.
Holders of the Art Clay Diploma at Level 2 are permitted to run introductory Art Clay classes. More importantly they also get a 20% discount on Art Clay products from the authorised distributors. Find out more here.
Level: Advanced, you must have passed Art Clay Diploma Level 1
Cost: £670
Timings: 10am – 5pm each day.
This Art Clay Level 2 Diploma course is fully taught by Julia Rai. You will be able to look at completed sample pieces allowing you to really understand the requirements. You will also have step by step samples as examples to show you what you need to achieve at each point. Julia will do demonstrations and give you hands-on, individual assistance and direction. The pieces you produce will be your own work. However, you will have Julia’s expertise and experience at every step, helping you to achieve the standards required.
Course outline
Students are required to complete four complex projects at Art Clay Diploma Level 2. They must also meet the designated standards for each piece. Before attending this course, you should first have attended and passed the Art Clay Diploma Level 1. You must bring your Certificate with you if you attained the Level 1 with another instructor.
The projects you will complete are:-
- Balance ring
- Glass lentil pendant
- Colours of nature pendant/brooch
- Copper and silver riveted pendant
This class will cover:-
- Making a D-profile ring
- Using glass with metal clay
- Bezel setting natural stones
- Adding gold using Keum-Boo
- Using Art Clay Copper
- Riveting
- Polishing and finishing to a high standard
What is included in the cost of this class?
The class cost includes all materials and the Art Clay World Level 2 Diploma fee.
Next steps
Holders of the Art Clay Diploma Level 2 enjoy 20% discount on Art Clay products from the official distributors.
On successful completion of this level, you will be eligible to progress to the Art Clay Higher Diploma. This level has no classes; you are required to design and make three pieces to set criteria without guidance from a teacher. Before submitting your pieces for the Higher Diploma you will need to wait six months from the date of your Level 1 class. Holders of the Higher Diploma get 30% discount on Art Clay products. They can also teach Level 1 and 2 Diploma classes.
If you have any questions, Julia is happy to discuss these with you. Call her on the number above or send an email through our contact page. Please read the booking terms and conditions before booking a class or course.