Jewellers Academy Podcast Jessica Rose

In this week's episode, Jess chats to Elsa Tierney, an award-winning jeweller and goldsmith based in the UK. Elsa, who also has a background in sculpture and art, shares her journey into jewellery making, which began in childhood with crafting hair braids and bangles. Her passion led her to study textiles and fine art, eventually focusing on jewellery. She discusses her book, "Art of Wax," and recounts her career challenges, including overcoming epilepsy and finding affordable studio space.
Now, as a successful jeweller, she continues to innovate and educate, offering classes and maintaining an inclusive studio environment. Her story underscores the importance of resilience and the value of creating supportive spaces within the creative industry.
 
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The deadline to sign up for a Jewellery Diploma course with Jewellers Academy is fast approaching. You have until midnight on Friday 7th June to get yourself on the list. In this week's podcast, Jessica Rose is talking with Community Manager Anna Campbell all about the ten reasons to join a Diploma this year. If you've been on the fence about it do have a listen so you can decide whether one of the four Diploma courses is right for you.
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In this week's episode, Jess chats with Sara Arnold, a student in the inaugural year of the diploma in silver metal clay. Sara shares her journey into jewellery making, which began when she repaired a beaded necklace from Egypt. Her passion grew, leading her to explore silversmithing and eventually discover metal clay during the lockdown. She expresses her enthusiasm for the diploma, highlighting the new techniques and challenges she faced, which significantly improved her craftsmanship. 
Sara details her positive experiences with the diploma, mentioning how it provided her with essential tools and techniques she wasn't previously aware of, enhancing her jewellery making skills. She also values the camaraderie with fellow students and the insights gained from expert mentors on the silver metal clay diploma.
 
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In this week's episode, Jess chats to Kelly Twigg, a jeweller known for her sea glass jewellery and active presence on Instagram. Kelly discusses her journey from a Navy career to becoming a self-employed jewellery maker. Kelly's Instagram success, boasting over 30,000 followers, is attributed to her authentic and engaging approach, sharing not just her work but also personal aspects of her life, which resonates with her audience. She emphasizes the value of community and genuine connections over merely using Instagram as a marketing tool. Kelly has enrolled on the Diploma in Silver Jewellery starting in September 2024. She talks about why she make this choice, despite being an established jeweller, so she can practice and hone her skills.
 
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In this bonus podcast episode, Jess interviews Alexandra, an Advanced Diploma graduate and jeweller who runs her own business called Von W Jewellery. Alexandra specializes in creating fine jewellery pieces using gold and diamonds, employing an experimental technique of melting diamonds into gold. She shares her journey, starting from her early experiences in silversmithing and her advanced studies on the Jewellers Academy Diploma courses, which equipped her with the skills to work with precious materials.
Alexandra also talks about her passion for gold and how she alloys her own metals to control the colour and properties of her jewellery. Alexandra is passionate about experimenting with materials and techniques to push the boundaries of traditional jewellery design, ensuring her pieces really resonate with her customers.
Alexandra is an alumni from our Advanced Jewellery Diploma. Find out more about our Jewellery Diploma courses
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In this week's episode, Jess chats with Sima Vaziry, a talented metal clay jeweller whose work has been sold through the British Museum for over a decade, and who is the final jeweller to appear in the Handmade Jewellers series. The discussion focuses on how Sima uses her craft to support various charities, highlighting her involvement with Afghan Aid and other initiatives.
She shares how her journey began with creating pieces for charity events, which led to significant opportunities, including collaborations with the British Museum and other high-profile organizations. Sima elaborates on her work with artisans in conflict regions through Turquoise Mountain, a charity supported by King Charles, aimed at preserving traditional crafts. She describes her efforts to teach artisans new techniques and help them adapt their materials to international standards, thus enabling them to sustain their livelihoods. 
 
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