Cast Week

This workshop offers a comprehensive introduction to mold making and casting sculptures. It is aimed at participants who want to learn how to transform their workpieces into impressive plaster copies. Two options are offered: the silicone version and the waste-mold version. Each option offers a unique process for creating plaster copies and allows participants to preserve their artistic work.

Silicone version: In this option, participants will learn the process of making finished cast sculptures with silicone. The workshop will cover topics such as how to make a multipurpose mold, how to handle silicone, how to design mother molds from plaster and burlap, and how to choose the placement of buttons in the mold. Participants will also learn how to organize their molds and use release agents. An introduction to creating fragments in sculpture will also be provided. The workshop concludes with the casting and cleaning of a plaster copy.

Waste-Mold Version: This option focuses on the process of making plaster sculptures with waste-mold (disposable molds). Participants will learn how to design waste-mold in plaster and burlap, select button space in the mold, and organize their molds. Release agents and designing for fragments in sculpture will also be covered. The workshop includes opening and cleaning the mold, applying release agents and beginning the plaster copy. Finally, the plaster copy will be cast and cleaned.