Hard Skills
ExpertHand ForgingThe process of shaping and forming precious metals using manual hammers and anvils to achieve specific jewelry dimensions.
AdvancedSurface PlanishingFinishing metal surfaces by using specialized hammers to smooth out marks and harden the metal through light, repetitive blows.
IntermediatePrecious Metal MetallurgyUnderstanding the physical properties, melting points, and annealing cycles of gold, silver, and platinum during the hammering process.
IntermediateTool Dressing and MaintenanceThe ability to grind, polish, and maintain hammers and stakes to ensure they are free of imperfections that could transfer to the jewelry.
AdvancedDesign InterpretationTranslating 2D technical drawings or artistic sketches into accurate 3D metal forms through hammering and shaping.
FoundationalWorkshop Safety and ErgonomicsAdherence to safety protocols regarding chemical pickling, torch usage, and repetitive motion injury prevention in a jewelry workshop.