In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore clay model making and traditional jewelry techniques to design their own accessory. This is a beginner workshop, no prior experience in design required to participate. This program is suitable for adults and children ages 5 and up.

ABOUT JOCELYN DESISTO

Jocelyn DeSisto is a social entrepreneur, technologist, and artist. DeSisto graduated from Savannah College of Art and Design in 2017 with a BFA in Jewelry Design. She founded Lot28, a contemporary New York-based design studio, in 2018.

About NYC JEWELRY WEEK

This event is part of  New York City Jewelry Week.

New York City Jewelry Week, held from November 18-24,  is the first and only local week dedicated to promoting and celebrating the world of jewelry. NYCJW provides access to the multifaceted jewelry industry through ground-breaking exhibitions, panel discussions led by industry experts, exclusive workshop visits, heritage-house tours, innovative retail collaborations, and other unforgettable one-of-a-kind programming created by the best and brightest in the industry. This year NYCJW will include over 130 events taking place in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Visit our website for the full schedule: www.nycjewelryweek.com  Please contact hello@nycjewelryweek.com for additional information.

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum is proud to be the official 2019 NYCJW museum partner.

program HOURS

Session 1: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Session 2: 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

PROGRAM FAQ

CAN I BRING MY GROUP TO THE PROGRAM?

We are unable to accommodate groups.

CAN I LEAVE MY CHILD?

Caretakers must remain with their child for the duration of the program.

WHAT IS MY ROLE AS THE CAREGIVER IN THIS PROGRAM?

We require that caregivers actively participate in our workshops. Caregivers are responsible for helping their child with their individual projects and are expected to manage any behavioral challenges that might be disruptive to the group. Caretakers must stay with their child for the duration of the program.

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR A PROGRAM?

All programming is on a first-come, first-serve basis. You cannot reserve a ticket online. We recommend arriving to the event location fifteen minutes before scheduled programming begins to ensure a spot.  If the program is full when you arrive, we invite you to join a later session.

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