Metal Clay Ireland - Diploma Support Centre

Owner: Rose Bourke

Location: Co. Tipperary, Ireland

Address: 2 Ayrhill Court, Ayrhill, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary

Tel: 00353 87 9470543

Information about Rose

Creativity has always been a part of my life in some shape or form. I originally trained in Interior Design and hold a Rhodec Diploma. I have a keen interest in painting (particularly texture and mixed media).

I originally started making jewellery some years ago initially working with silver, wire and polymer clay. I became fascinated by Metal Clay, in particular the flexibility and freedom to design and make ‘wearable art’. I immediately set out to source the most professional course I could find and my search led me to the Mid Cornwall School of Jewellery.

My first class was a complete ‘wow factor’ and I was immediately ‘hooked’ on Metal Clay; in particular the creative possibilities available which allowed me to incorporate my love of mixed media i.e. use of textures, incorporating polymer clay, enameling, construction and form to name a few.

I have recently started experimenting with Bronze and Copper Clay which opens up another new dimension to the ever changing world of metal clay.

Rose's Qualifications and Experience

I am a qualified tutor in Metal Clay and hold the Mid Cornwall School of Jewellery Diploma in Silver Metal Clay and intend to complete the Higher Diploma at MCSJ.

I teach courses in basic Metal Clay Skills and also enjoy making ‘wearable art’ for sale and commission.

Rose's work

Rose's work