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These are some of the Frequently Asked Questions by people applying for information about the Workshops

How do I get from the airport to your Studio	Take the shuttle bus to the central bus station "Bus Aras". Walk across the street to Connolly Station. Take the train for Arklow or Rosslaire Europort, platform 5. Get off at Rathdrum where we will meet you.
Can I bring my partner who will not take a workshop.	This is possible, but we need to talk to you first. The cost for a non workshop partner is €50.00 per day.
When should I arrive.	You should arrive on Sunday, and leave on Saturday.
What is the weather like in Ireland	The weather is very varied during the summer. It is not too hot and you can expect some rain.
Can I book for two or more workshops.	Yes
Can I stay extra days after the workshop.	This is possible, if there is accomodation available, but only to facilitate travel arrangements, or in a B+ B
Can I bring my own tools	Yes, if you wish, but it is not necessary as we have everything necessary. We ask you to bring saw blades and solder if possible.
Do I have to bring my own tools	No, but if you wish you can, but it is not necessary as we have everything necessary. We ask you to bring saw blades and solder if possible.
Can you please put me on your mailing list for next year, as I hope to come then.	Yes.
I only have a little experience of silversmithing, would the workshop be suitable for me.	Yes. We take students at all levels. As the classes are small, individual attention is available at all times.
I have no experience of silversmithing, but would love to learn. Would the workshop be suitable for me.	Yes, but you must call so we can access your abilities. We take students at all levels. As the classes are small, individual attention is available at all times.
Can I take only one week of a two week workshop.	Yes, but you must call so we can talk to you. The two week classes include some trips one in each week so you will have four days studio time.
Is there a choice of projects or are they all the same	The first project is the same for all students, but projects develop from then according to students requirements
Do you teach Anticlastic Raising	Yes.
Do you teach Fold Forming	Yes.
Do the fees include accommodation and meals	The fees are divided into Workshop, Evening Meal, and Accommodation.