The Kent Raible Granulation Method
Kent Raible is known as one of the most creative and innovative granulation artists of his time. He creates masterpieces using the techniques he learned in Germany in the 1980’s, and has continued to refine and elevate since.
Kent fabricates complex jewelry pieces with very fine granulation, using little or no gold solder, his 18K gold alloy formula, copper salts and a blowpipe. He teaches this technique exclusively through workshops limited to six students each, in his private studio in Washington State.
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Kent Raible is not just a modern master. Kent is not just the best granulation artist around. He is not just a fabulous goldsmith and jewelry designer. Kent is also one of the best teachers in the world. He learned at the feet of masters in Germany, as I did, and then he developed his skills even further.
Kent taught hundreds of students at the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts. Kent knows his stuff, loves what he does and shares his passion eagerly. His methods are complete and easier than you might think. Take this opportunity! You will only regret it if you don’t.
—ALAN REVERE Artist, Creator, Founder and Former Director of The Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts in San Francisco, California
Kent is a master of granulation and a wonderful instructor—he also is the best fabricator I have ever known. I teach cloisonné workshops and I have brought Kent in to work with my students. He is very approachable, attentive and thorough, I would love to have him teach in my California classroom anytime!
Truthfully, Kent has inspired plenty of improvement in my work and helped to reignite the passion for making exceptional pieces. I am fusing rather than soldering more and more to build settings. The metalwork on my cloisonné pieces has grown dramatically and I will continue to learn from Kent whenever the opportunity arises. Studying with Kent online is an exciting prospect. I prefer my own tools and workspace, I prefer my own schedule and I prefer my own projects- Now I can have all of this and get Kent’s help too!
—MERRY_LEE RAE, Founder, Artist & Creator
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INTERMEDIATE II + ADVANCED
5 Day In-Person Workshops with Kent Raible
Advanced Gold Fabrication & Kent's 18K Granulation Method
Kent Raible offers several 5 Day in-person 18K gold granulation & advanced fabrication workshops throughout the year to a select group of 6 students. You must have intermediate level jewelry fabrication experience before you send your application.
Students will learn and expand their gold fabrication skills, as well as Kent’s granulation technique which he has perfected for more than three decades.
Application dates are released throughout the year, click below for up-to-date information, and to get on the waitlist if you meet the requirements.
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