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Bronze Casting: Lost Wax & Natural Forms


  • The Hot Spot 1606 Fuller Avenue Southeast Grand Rapids, MI, 49507 United States (map)

Part One
Friday, May 13 from 5-8pm; Building wax/natural forms, Pouring Investment (plaster)

Part Two
Saturday, May 14 from 3-6pm; Casting, cutting items off Sprues, and clean-up.

INSTRUCTOR: Abbey Hunter

This class is a TWO day session for metalsmiths looking to expand their creations with casting figures. We require beginner classes as a prerequisite. Having taken any of our classes will qualify!

We will use wax and found natural objects to cast in this class. Students are encouraged to bring small found items from nature (leaves, succulents, etc), but avoid objects with high calcium content like bones and shells as they are difficult to burn out in the kiln.

Earlier Event: June 8
Cabochon Class
Later Event: June 22
Silver Chain Making