ONGOING STUDIO CLASSES
YOUR SCHEDULE. YOUR PROJECT. YOUR PACE.
Flexible studio classes for ongoing learning and creative growth.
AN ITALIAN BOTTEGA IN SILICON VALLEY
Drawing on his Florentine training and decades of professional experience, Davide teaches time-honored Italian jewelry-making and metalsmithing techniques in small, focused classes limited to five students. Each student follows an individual path, working at their own pace on projects suited to their goals, skill level, and interests.
Beginners and experienced students learn side by side. A first-time student may begin with a sterling silver ring while learning essential skills such as piercing, filing, soldering, and finishing.
Chasing and repoussé, an area of particular expertise for Davide, uses specialized hammers and punches to shape metal into sculptural, raised-relief designs. Students at every level may explore these techniques through regular classes or specialized workshops. Both modern and traditional designs are welcome.
CLASS SCHEDULE & DETAILS
Our studio classes are ongoing, and each session is three hours. Students book individual sessions as their schedules allow and continue their projects where they left off. Although scheduling is flexible, the classes are designed for students who want to develop their skills over time.
Mondays: 2:30–5:30 PM and 6:00–9:00 PM
Tuesdays–Fridays: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM and 2:00–5:00 PM
Saturdays: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
TUITION & MATERIALS
Class fee: $180 per three-hour session. Materials are not included. First-time beginners pay a $20 starter-materials fee at their first class.
REGISTER & SCHEDULE
Use the Book a Class button to register, purchase, and schedule classes through MyTime. When you purchase your first class, you’ll create an account that makes future booking and schedule management easy.
You’ll receive a confirmation email for every class you book. Cancellations made within the permitted timeframe do not incur a cancellation fee. Please review our cancellation policy before purchasing.
BOOKING NOTES
Classes may be scheduled up to four weeks in advance. Space is limited to five students, so early booking is encouraged. If a session is full, spaces may occasionally become available following a cancellation.
Classes generally run from late July or August through May. During the summer, Davide travels to Italy to visit family and teach the Textures of Tuscany workshop.
Interested in joining Davide in Tuscany?
Learn more about Textures of Tuscany.
Students attending classes and workshops must be 18 or older.
QUESTIONS?
Please email info@davidebigazzistudio.com or call the studio at 650-323-1923.
WHAT STUDENTS SAY
“I wish I had discovered Davide’s studio and classes years ago! Now, it’s the highlight of my week. With every new project, I am challenged to learn something new and encouraged to be creative and make the design mine.”
— Danielle G.
“I have been attending Davide’s classes weekly for over four years. If I could add one more day a week, I would. Davide is a fun, creative, and patient instructor.”
— Virginia H.
“This class is absolutely first-rate in all respects. Davide is an excellent teacher at both the beginner and advanced levels. His small classes are thoughtfully guided and a lot of fun.”
— James O.
Read about Davide and the students who inspire him in Silicon Valley Magazine.
GIFT CARDS
Give someone time at the bench. Gift cards may be used toward ongoing studio classes, allowing the recipient to choose sessions that fit their schedule and work at their own pace.