2 day open casting

KILN CASTING

Open Casting –3 days
Dates: See TIMETABLE
Level of skill – Intermediate
Cost - $350.00 ALL INCLUSIVE
Hours: 9.00am – 3.00pm
Please read conditions and cancellation policy**
To register, phone 40 675354 or email for more info

This workshop is designed for the serious glass addict who wishes to extend their experience from slumping to the next level – This class introduces students to the hand-built refractory mold process through a series of casting projects. The first casting gives students an opportunity to get their hands dirty with a basic open-faced casting. For the second project, they will use found objects to create three identical molds that will be cast in frit, sheet, and billet to illustrate the unique qualities of each glass form. Students will learn basic coldworking skills in addition to firing procedures and investment recipes. No prerequisites.

Students should wear covered footwear (no thongs, sandals) and bring safety glasses, notebook and pens. All materials, equipment and morning/afternoon teas & coffees will be supplied. (Bring your own lunch or see catering options.)

Topics covered
• Modelling for open casting
• Refractory mold making for open casting
• Glass preparation for casting
• Firing schedules for casting
• Finishing cast glass pieces
• Power point presentation and lecture covering all aspects of casting

Lost Wax Casting –4 days
Dates: See TIMETABLE
Level of skill – Intermediate
Cost - $480.00 ALL INCLUSIVE
Hours: 9.00am – 3.00pm
Please read conditions and cancellation policy**
To register, phone 40 675354 or email for more inf

This workshop will take the student step by step through the process of creating a 3D glass sculpture.Students begin with a pre-made wax form that they manipulate and invest in a hand-built mold, and then they cast glass into the mold after loading it in the kiln. Building on this experience, students learn how to transform a clay model or found object into wax and hence cast glass. Basic coldworking methods are demonstrated and available to the students for further exploration. There are no prerequisites, though a background in ceramics or 3-D modeling is helpful.

Topics covered:

Modelling
Positive, negative & refractory mold making
Waxes
Glass preperation
Firing schedules for casting
Finishing cast glass piece
Power point presentation and lecture covering all aspects of casting

Last Updated:January 2011

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