Where are Beit Barsoum jewelry workshops held?

All workshops are held at the Beit Barsoum studio at 113 Qaryet El Fakhar, Fustat, in Old Cairo, Egypt, in the heart of Egypt's historic goldsmithing district.

Do I need prior experience to join a jewelry workshop?

No prior experience is needed. Beit Barsoum offers beginner friendly courses as well as advanced workshops for experienced makers.

Are the jewelry courses taught in Arabic or English?

Courses at Beit Barsoum are available in both Arabic and English.

How many students are in each jewelry class?

Classes are kept small, a maximum of 8 students per cohort, so every student gets personal attention from the instructor.

Who teaches the jewelry workshops at Beit Barsoum?

Workshops are led by Robeir Barsoum, a third generation goldsmith and former instructor at Design Studio by Azza Fahmy, where he taught for four years.

What programs does Beit Barsoum offer?

Beit Barsoum runs three kinds of program. A one day workshop for people who want to try the craft, short multi day workshops for people who want more depth, and a four semester diploma for people building their own jewelry brand. The diploma covers bench technique, design, and business together, which is unusual for a jewelry school.