Join award-winning jewelry designer and Italian chasing & repoussé master Davide Bigazzi for a unique opportunity to learn the art of jewelry and metalsmithing.
Maestro Davide, drawing on his extensive training and professional experience in Florence, Italy, is passionate about promoting and preserving traditional Italian craftsmanship. He offers small, intensive jewelry and metalsmithing classes at his studio in the Bay Area, California. With a maximum class size of just 5, students receive personalized instruction and individualized project plans tailored to their goals, skill levels, and interests.
Both beginners and advanced students are welcome. Beginners will start with a sterling silver ring project, learning foundational skills such as piercing, filing, soldering, and finishing, typically over 3-4 classes. Students will gain hands-on experience with tools like hand tools, torches, flex shafts, rolling mills, and polishers.
Learn ancient metalworking techniques with Davide, renowned for his expertise in chasing and repoussé. Choose to explore this expressive art in class or through a workshop, and build the foundational skills to create unique, beautiful jewelry.
All studio classes are ongoing, three hours long, and available on a drop-in basis. Attend as your schedule allows and pick up where you left off each time.
Mondays: 2:30 - 5:30 pm, 6:00 -9:00 pm
Tuesdays - Fridays: 10:00 -1:00 pm, 2:00 -5:00 pm
Every other Saturday: 10:00 -1:00 pm
The cost of instruction varies based on the number of students in each class. Currently, our classes are limited to a maximum of five students. The cost per student is approximately $58 per hour, totaling $175 for a 3-hour class.
Materials are not included in the class fee. However, if you’re just starting out, the material cost for the beginner project in sterling silver is waived.
To register, purchase, and schedule a class, simply click the Book Now button below. Once you're registered and have purchased your first class, you'll be able to log in to purchase or cancel future classes, avoiding any cancellation fees. You’ll receive a confirmation email for each class you book. Be sure to review our cancellation policy when making your purchase.
Space is limited, so be sure to book early! Classes can be scheduled up to four weeks in advance. We also encourage you to check class availability regularly, as spots in fully booked classes may occasionally become available.
Classes are offered from July/August through May. During the summer, Davide returns to Italy to visit his family and teach the Textures of Tuscany workshops at his home and studio. Visit our workshop website to learn more and join us in Tuscany!
* Class and workshop students must be 18 years or older.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to email or call us at the studio.
email: info@davidebigazzistudio.com
Tel: 650.323.1923
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Danielle G: I wish I had discovered Davide's studio and classes years ago! Now, it's the highlight of my week. Davide is remarkably personable and super attentive to everyone, regardless of the student's skill level. And yes, it helps that classes are limited to 6 people. With every new project I take on, I am challenged to learn something new, encouraged to be creative and make the design mine, rather than replicating a creation of another artist. And the beautiful and unique jewelry I end-up with, is the icing on the cake.
Virginia H: I have been attending Davide's classes weekly for over 4 years. If I could add one more day a week I would. Davide is a fun, creative and patient instructor. My jewelry designer skills have definitely benefitted from his instruction.
James O: This class is absolutely first rate in all respects. Davide is a very careful craftsman and I have never approached him with a construction or design problem that he could not only solve but do so well and efficiently. He is an excellent teacher at both the beginner or advanced level. His small classes (5 students) are organized, are guided, as appropriate, and a lot of fun. That said, all of the students are serious and receive advice and direction from a true master goldsmith.
Read about Davide and the students that inspire him in Silicon Valley Magazine!