Jewelry School in Florence, Italy

Ken Scott Design:
Ken Scott Design, located within walking distance of the Historic Centre of Florence, Tuscany, Italy, is a Jewelry Design school offering various programs including: certificate programs, intensive courses, history of Jewelry in Florence and short summer programs for tourists. Classes are given in a fully equipped professional studio by a professionally trained Jeweler with 35 years experience.

Kenneth has lived and worked in Florence for 14 years. Originally from New Zealand he was invited to Italy, on a 6 month, contract to take up the position of designer/model-maker in the design and development department of a major jewelry manufacturer in Florence, a position he held for 5 years. In 2000 Kenneth initiated his own manufacturing business, this fully equipped professional studio continues to operate from an important Design Academy in Florence , “Art Studio Fuji” where he both teaches and creates collections for both his own range and commissioned pieces for private customers.

Kenneth’s 35 year experience in the craft of Jewelry and Art History also led to invitations from various Florentine Universities to take the appointment as a teacher of Advanced Jewelry Techniques and Design, positions he holds to this day.

Facilities:
Classes will be taught in a fully equipped professional studio within walking distance of the Historic Centre of Florence. All the work-shop equipment is for use by our students. Bench-tools and basic consumables are provided, and advice will be given on where to obtain any extra materials that students may require. A private locker will also be provided for our students.

- Introduction to Jewelry making for the beginner
- Summer Programs for Tourists
- Certificate Programs
- Intensive Jewelry Design Courses
- History of Jewelry in Florence
- Advanced Bench Techniques
- Bespoke Courses

Location:
Ken Scott Design is located within walking distance of the Historic Centre of Florence, in the region of Tuscany, Italy. Florence is situated 230 km (140 miles) north of Rome, and is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It's artistic, historic and cultural heritage and impact in the world remains vast up to this day.