Counter Sketching Jewelry DVD with Remy Rotenier

Counter Sketching Jewelry is a training DVD course with Remy Rotenier that teaches you how to quickly sketch jewelry designs in front of clients using only pencil and paper. Picture your ideas flowing from mind to page as gemstones, settings, and metalwork emerge in confident black-and-white lines. "It's really important if you sell custom jewelry to learn how to draw a little bit," says Remy Rotenier. "Even in this era of so many digital design options, the ability to free-hand draw is impressive. You're able to get into clients' heads and really deliver the individualized design they want. When you sketch in real time, you also gain their trust that you have skills as a jewelry artist. You've shown them that you're not afraid to grab a piece of paper and start drawing. It gives clients a greater level of respect for the complexity and detail that go into creating a piece of jewelry, and there's no question it will help you close more sales." Features Teaches pencil and paper counter sketching to present design ideas in real time during client meetings. Explains how to draw gemstones and jewelry in three dimensions so designs feel realistic and wearable. Covers how light behaves on opaque, metallic, and transparent surfaces to create convincing highlights and reflections. Introduces fundamentals of perspective, values (light to dark shading), and cast shadows for jewelry rendering. Shares practical advice on working with custom clients, including how to discuss budget and address common concerns. Helps jewelers set up a comfortable environment that relaxes clients and builds trust in the design process. Useful for retail sales associates, students, jewelry makers, and designers looking to strengthen freehand drawing skills. Specifications Detail Value Format 2 DVDs Running Time 200 minutes Bonus Materials Printable course drawings and layouts (downloadable from the DVDs) Instructor Remy Rotenier Notes Lessons are designed to support both in-store client consultations and independent practice at the drawing board. Watching segments more than once can reinforce concepts like values and perspective for more confident sketching. Printable handouts and layouts from the DVDs can be used as structured practice sheets or training tools for staff.