Intro to Mold Making Workshop
This series of semi-private lessons will introduce you to basic mold making techniques for slip casting. This is a course geared towards sharing the process, creating a mold of a specific work for a production process. Students are encouraged to bring their own items to cast, along with a variety of selected vessels from our library of objects. The most complex mold will be 3 parts to ensure it fits within the lesson timeframe.
The package includes 2 sessions (see outline below) though some items may require additional lessons depending on their complexity, which will be an additional cost.
Day 1: 4 hours
• Explain terminology, process start to finish.
• Discuss how and why molds are made in specific ways.
• Discuss process step-by-step for your item and possible issues.
• Cover how to measure volume and how to mix plaster.
• Begin making mold. (Pour 1-2 parts depending on complexity and size.)
Day 2: 3 hours
• demo existing mold to make a cast.
• Complete final parts of mold and clean up.
• Clean up the cast from the previous class.
Cost per person: $450
Includes (4) cottle boards and clamps to take home for your future projects.
To book, purchase your package below and email info@heyhunceramics.com with the order number to schedule the sessions. It is helpful to supply photos of molds if you have them as well as cast items.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY: To receive a full refund or to reschedule your lesson, you must notify info@heyhunceramics.com at least 48 hours prior to the lesson. Within 48 hours of the scheduled lesson, there will be no refunds for cancellations or no-shows.
