by Lea Nogueira
Goldsmithing Foundation Course in Lisbon
Duration24 hours (8 sessions)
Format8 private 3-hour sessions
GroupPrivate
LevelAdapted to your experience
Eight private lessons to learn the foundations of traditional goldsmithing — ending with a functional piece designed and made by you.
About this workshop
This private programme introduces and deepens three fundamental techniques of traditional goldsmithing — forging, chasing and Portuguese filigree — combining technical experimentation, design thinking and contemporary making.
Over 8 one-to-one sessions (24 hours) you are guided from the first technical exercises to the design and execution of a functional, original piece that combines the techniques learned.
Pace and content adapt to each participant's experience and goals.
What you will learn
Bench basicsSawing and soldering.
Three techniquesHand forging, repoussé and Portuguese filigree.
DesignDrawing for contemporary jewellery.
Your own pieceConcept and technical development, finishing and professional polish.
Included
- 8 private 3-hour sessions (24 hours)
- Use of the atelier bench and tools
- Materials for the technical exercises
- Guidance on your final piece
Session outline
- Sessions 1–2Sawing, soldering and hand forging
- Sessions 3–4Repoussé and chasing
- Sessions 5–6Portuguese filigree
- Sessions 7–8Design, making and finishing your piece
Times are approximate and adapted to each participant's pace.
Not included
- Silver for the final piece, charged separately by weight at market value
Good to know
- Suitable for complete beginners and for those with some experience.
- The 8 sessions are scheduled with you, on dates and times that suit you.
- Sessions are held in English or Portuguese.
- Requesting a booking is free: we talk with you before fixing the calendar.
- The atelier is on Av. do Colégio Militar, Lisbon.
Frequently asked questions
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. It starts with bench basics and adapts to each participant's pace and experience.
How often are the lessons?
We set the calendar with you — for example one or two sessions a week.
Are materials included?
Materials for the exercises are included. Silver for the final piece is charged separately, by weight at market value.
What will I make at the end?
A functional, original piece — designed by you, combining the techniques learned.
Read more in the Journal: Forging, repoussé and filigree: three traditional goldsmithing techniques
