When: Saturday, May 17th, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM and Sunday, May 18th, 9:30 AM - 4:00PM at our studio in Cloverdale, CA.
Course Fee: $1800. Coffee, tea, pastries, and a family-style lunch are provided. Lodging is available locally.
Each student will have two short individual Zoom meetings before the workshop to assess their skill level and align it with their desired project. While assistance will be provided, the goal is for each participant to complete 80% or more of their project independently.
The course fee is $1,800, and students will also be responsible for casting costs at a rate of $28 per pound of bronze. Approximately six weeks after casting, there will be an additional day dedicated to finishing work and applying patina. Participation in this session is optional—T+R can complete and ship the work for you, or you may return to learn finishing techniques with guidance from our staff.
What You'll Learn:
Hands-On Experience: Sculpt and assemble your own wax original.
Technical Skills: Master the use of small tools and specialized techniques.
Design Insights: Discover the design possibilities of lost-wax casting for small objects, architectural hardware, limited production.
Examples of Suitable Projects:
Bowls, Candelabras, Sculptures, Trays, Bookends, Small tables, Cabinet pulls, Vases, Desk sets, Wall sconces.
Required Skills:
Basic proficiency in model-making, hand sculpting (similar to working with clay), and the use of small tools, such as X-Acto knives, soldering irons, etc., is necessary.
