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New York Jewelry Design Institute:
Conveniently located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just two blocks from Times Square, New York Jewelry Design Institute provides beginner to advanced level jewelry classes.

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Why Choose New York Jewelry Design Institute?


-  Become a Multi-Dimensional Jewelry Artist
NYJDI provides a mix of science, art, craftsmanship and computer technology that leads our students to become fully dimensional artisans, designers and businesspeople.

-  Hands-On Training
Our in-depth courses feature hands-on training, expert teachers, and lectures and presentations from some of the top names in the New York and global jewelry business.

-  Online / Distance Learning Options
As well as on-site classes, we also offer distance education modules that will allow students to take part in their courses from the comfort of their own homes and offices.

On-Site & Online Jewelry Design Courses:


On-Site Jewelry Design Courses in NYC:
- Watercolor for Jewelry  
- CAD Rapid Rendering  
- Jewelry Merchandising  
- Illustrator for Jewelry Design
- Marketing & Branding for Jewelry Designers
- Manufacturing & Global Sourcing for Jewelry

Online / Distance Learning Jewelry Programs:
- Finding Inspiration in Design
- The Business of Jewelry Design
- Jewelry Styles through the Decades
- Shades of Difference: Understanding the Role of Color in Jewelry Design

Convenient Location in Midtown Manhattan:
Our school is situated on West 45th Street in the heart of New York City, easily accessible via public transport.

Student Testimonials:

“This class allow me to understand the basics of CAD.  I am now able to create simple designs and build my knowledge with each practice. Great instructor!”
– Landen

"She’s an amazing teacher…so giving and nurturing. I’m beginning to connect the dots and amazed at what this program can do and more! Needless to say…I’m hooked!"
– Stephen

"I really enjoyed taking this class. I learned how to render jewelry with colored pencils.  I learned so much in a short amount of time."
– Yvette

"If you want to jump right in and learn how to design jewelry, this class is for you. I learn a lot of information in a short time. I highly recommend it for anyone who is serious about learning jewelry design."
– Tessa

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Address: 17 West 45th Street, Suite 904, New York City, New York 10036, USA
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2023-10-15 were from:

Hyderabad, India; and more.
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Parsons - New School of Design
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Courses / Programs
• Learn how to make unique candles from the comfort of your own home or work studio in New York with The Candle Academy, a leading international candle design school owned by a UK candle designer based in Jamaica.

Home Study / Online Candle Making Classes in New York, nationwide or around the world include the choice of Live Seminars via Skype with Gary Simmons - one of the top candle designers in the world from the UK, or lessons via HD Video & PDF information files.

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Candle Academy Student Reviews:

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Courses / Programs
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Online Portfolio Preparation Courses in Art / Design.

Art & Design Portfolio Courses / Career Change / Private Tutoring in London UK:


• Fine Art
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• Textiles
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