MAD WAX

Hi, I’m Nadine – the teacher behind Mad Wax Jewellery Workshops!I’ve always had a fascination with transforming raw materials into objects of beauty, and wax carving captured my imagination from the first moment I held a jeweller’s file in my hand. My journey began over a decade ago, after years of studying Interior Design and lecturing in design. That background, combined with my passion for storytelling through objects, naturally led me to jewellery – and more specifically, to wax carving.There’s something magical about carving a block of wax into a tiny sculpture, ready to be cast into metal. It’s slow, meditative, and deeply satisfying. I love teaching because I get to share that magic. Watching students – from total beginners to creative professionals – become completely absorbed in the process, and leave with a piece they’ve made from scratch, never gets old.Over the years, I’ve run countless workshops and one-on-one sessions, taught at design schools, and exhibited my work both locally and internationally. I’ve also worked behind the scenes with some of Melbourne’s most respected contemporary jewellers. My own jewellery practice blends humour, history, and design, and has been featured in exhibitions that explore everything from domestic spaces to wearable sculpture.I keep my classes relaxed, inclusive, and hands-on. Whether you’re looking to try something new, unwind after work, or dream up your own future jewellery line – you’re welcome at my bench.Let’s carve something beautiful together!