Understanding
volume& Light
volume& Light
Foundation for
jewellery designers
jewellery designers
Live workshop via Zoom
10 · 11 · 12 SEPT
16:00–18:00 CET
10 · 11 · 12 SEPT
16:00–18:00 CET
After the background in academic drawing, art and architecture schools she developed her jewellery design skills at Creative Academy - private design school by Richemont group in Milan. There she worked on real projects for Richemont brands such as Van Cleef and Arpels, Vacheron Constantine, Roger Dubuis and others, followed by an internship in Van Cleef and Arpels design department in Paris.
Combining her drawing skills with extensive practical experience in the industry Inesa worked out the series of jewellery drawing programs of different levels for jewellery designers and lovers. Since 2016 Inesa has been teaching around the globe. For her masterclasses she collaborated with different art and design institutions, including Victoria and Albert museum in London.
"Curiosity about life in all its aspects, I think, is still the secret of great creative people."
Combining her drawing skills with extensive practical experience in the industry Inesa worked out the series of jewellery drawing programs of different levels for jewellery designers and lovers. Since 2016 Inesa has been teaching around the globe. For her masterclasses she collaborated with different art and design institutions, including Victoria and Albert museum in London.
"Curiosity about life in all its aspects, I think, is still the secret of great creative people."
Inesa Kovalova
International jewellery designer with extensive experience in drawing.
course tutor
This workshop is perfect for beginners who want to start with jewellery sketching and learn the basics of volume and light.
Whether you are an aspiring jewellery designer, a creative enthusiast, or someone curious about illustration as a design tool, you will find practical techniques and clear guidance tailored to your level.
No prior experience is needed. Just bring your curiosity and eagerness to learn.
Whether you are an aspiring jewellery designer, a creative enthusiast, or someone curious about illustration as a design tool, you will find practical techniques and clear guidance tailored to your level.
No prior experience is needed. Just bring your curiosity and eagerness to learn.
WHO IS THIS WORKSHOP FOR?
PROGRAMME
Smooth shapes, creases, and textures.
Week 5.
The final week is devoted to drawing smooth shapes, creases and textures.
Guided Practice: Volumes & Light
Guided Practice: Textures & Techniques
Day 2
Day 3
Through step-by-step guidance, you will begin sketching basic forms and learn how to use light and shadow to express volume.
You will build on your skills by sketching different types of volumes and surface effects. – All are using a pencil.
Theory & Strategy
Day 1
We will begin with a deep dive into the fundamentals: how illustration serves as a tool for creative thinking in jewellery design
Day 1 – Theory & Strategy
You will explore different sketching strategies and learn how to choose the right technique to express your ideas clearly and purposefully.
Day 2 – Guided Practice: Volumes & Light
Through step-by-step guidance, you will begin sketching basic forms and learn how to use light and shadow to express volume.
Day 3 – Guided Practice: Textures & Techniques
You will build on your skills by sketching different types of volumes and surface effects. – All are using a pencil.
WHAT WILL I GAIN FROM THE Workshop
- A solid understanding of volume and light
- Shading techniques for different elements
- Strategic insights on illustration in jewellery design
- Learn how to choose the right technique for you
- Confidence to start sketching with purpose
- Access to recordings for one month
- 10% discount on any Draw_Me_a_Jewel courses
01
Break complex objects into simple forms
Suggest stone settings like pavé using only a pencil
You will learn how to:
04
Use light and shadow to express three-dimensional volume
02
Identify which illustration techniques match your creative goals
05
Sketch beads, spheres, wires, chains, and textured surfaces
03
Workshop PRICES
Understanding volume and light
- One month of access to all the recorded lessons
- 3 live feedback webinars
- 6 hours of intense practise
- 10 % discount for all DMAJ courses
(including VAT 21%)
€ 129
Early bird price: €99
until August 20
until August 20
MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT
To fully participate in and to complete the course assignments, please make sure you have the following materials:
- White Pencil: Faber-Castell Polychromos or Caran d’Ache Pablo. Any brand is fine, choose medium softness. (Avoid pastel pencils — they’re too soft)
- Dark Tone Paper: Fabriano Colore or Canson Mi-Teintes (I’ll use the dark blue). Choose any dark colour you like, just not black
- Marker: ProMarker Cool Grey 1 or Copic or Winsor&Newton marker - light shade of grey (neutral or warm grey is also fine)
- White paper or your sketchbook for notes
- Pencil HB-B
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes! Even if you don't have drawing experience, you're welcome to start and archive surprising results!
No. There are complete beginners and more advanced students. The learning process is adjustable for different levels and results will also vary. You will have a chance to learn from your mates. When you already have some experience in jewellery drawing you will bring your skills to the next level by structuring your knowledge and extensive practice.
Yes. It consist of tree live webinars
The result depends only on you. For sure you will be surprised with your achievements! The maximum result you get after doing the hometasks properly and accurately.