Hammertime. Open Atelier Silversmithing with Max Gielis
Published: 02.04.2025
DIVA. Museum for diamonds, jewellery and silver
- Mail:
- info
divaantwerp.be
- Phone:
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DEADLINE: 30/08/2025

Silversmithing is a timeless craft. In this workshop you’ll work with a hammer and anvil, refine your skills and create a silver object or piece of jewellery.
When:
25-30 August (3 or 6 days).
9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
Price: € 270 for 3 days, € 540 for 6 days. Please note that silver is not included in the price. You must bring your own silver.
Deadline:
There are only 8 spots per workshop.
Silversmithing - 25-27 August - Beginners - Register via this link
Silversmithing - 28-30 August - Beginners - Register via this link
Silversmithing - 25-30 August - Advanced - Register via this link
Silversmithing is the craft of shaping silver into functional objects, art pieces or jewellery. It’s more than just a skill. It’s a process of learning, experimenting, and refining. This craft aligns with a growing appreciation for traditional skills and a desire for quality and authenticity. Craftsmanship offers a counterbalance to modern fast-paced production, emphasising the importance of taking time and focusing on sustainability.
There is a workshop for beginners (3 days) and one for advanced participants (6 days). Are you looking for a new hobby, hoping to develop your skills, or simply eager to create something unique? This workshop offers you the opportunity to grow as a maker and take home a self-crafted silver object.
What you’ll learn:
This workshop allows you to experience the precision and patience required to craft your own silver piece. You’ll have access to a variety of tools and materials, with personal guidance from an experienced silversmith.
Instructor:
Silversmith Max Gielis, known for his work with Gijs Bakker and Koen Wijngaerden, will lead the workshop. He combines demonstrations, personal guidance and creative problem-solving.
Disclaimer:
Do you need to cancel? Up to two weeks (14 days) before the start of the workshop you will pay € 50 administration costs. If you cancel less than 14 days before the start date of the workshop, you will owe the full amount. You can propose a substitute. The organiser has the right to cancel the workshop in the event of too few (paying) registrations or force majeure circumstances. In this case you will receive a full refund.
More info: Mail your questions to atelier@divaantwerp.be
25-30 August (3 or 6 days).
9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
Price: € 270 for 3 days, € 540 for 6 days. Please note that silver is not included in the price. You must bring your own silver.
Deadline:
There are only 8 spots per workshop.
Silversmithing - 25-27 August - Beginners - Register via this link
Silversmithing - 28-30 August - Beginners - Register via this link
Silversmithing - 25-30 August - Advanced - Register via this link
Silversmithing is the craft of shaping silver into functional objects, art pieces or jewellery. It’s more than just a skill. It’s a process of learning, experimenting, and refining. This craft aligns with a growing appreciation for traditional skills and a desire for quality and authenticity. Craftsmanship offers a counterbalance to modern fast-paced production, emphasising the importance of taking time and focusing on sustainability.
There is a workshop for beginners (3 days) and one for advanced participants (6 days). Are you looking for a new hobby, hoping to develop your skills, or simply eager to create something unique? This workshop offers you the opportunity to grow as a maker and take home a self-crafted silver object.
What you’ll learn:
This workshop allows you to experience the precision and patience required to craft your own silver piece. You’ll have access to a variety of tools and materials, with personal guidance from an experienced silversmith.
- Beginners will learn the basic techniques, working with a hammer and anvil.
- Advanced participants will develop their own designs, exploring new techniques and experimenting with creative ideas.
Instructor:
Silversmith Max Gielis, known for his work with Gijs Bakker and Koen Wijngaerden, will lead the workshop. He combines demonstrations, personal guidance and creative problem-solving.
Disclaimer:
Do you need to cancel? Up to two weeks (14 days) before the start of the workshop you will pay € 50 administration costs. If you cancel less than 14 days before the start date of the workshop, you will owe the full amount. You can propose a substitute. The organiser has the right to cancel the workshop in the event of too few (paying) registrations or force majeure circumstances. In this case you will receive a full refund.
More info: Mail your questions to atelier@divaantwerp.be
DIVA. Museum for diamonds, jewellery and silver
- Mail:
- info
divaantwerp.be
- Phone:
- +32 3 360 52 53
DEADLINE: 30/08/2025
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