A hands on, four day intensive and comprehensive course on casting and mould-making, specialising in silicone rubber. Ideal for students who have a small sculpture to cast, but also can use studio samples. Casting in choice of plaster, cement & wax. Open to all levels including beginners. Basic materials included but charged for when use over individual materials allowance -1kg of silicone rubber is included in the course costs and is charged @ £15 per kg after that.
Courses
Sculpture Casting and Mould Making
When & Where
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7 April 2025 - 10 April 2025 ( 24 hours, 1 weeks )
- Day Time, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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View course timetable
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Pelham Hall
Quick Facts
- Availability Yes
- Course Code W24STEF04A
- Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course
What you will learn
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify the correct process to cast an object with
- Prepare and seal objects and moulds before casting
- Identify correct release agents
- Make cavity rubber moulds- silicone and gelflex
- Make solid rubber moulds- silicone and gelflex
- Cast using plaster, wax, and cement
Cost
Full fee
£285
Concession fee
£215
Class format and activities
As well as practical work developing your own moulds and casts, there will be demonstrations, group work and one to one instruction
Entry requirements
Some experience in sculpture is preferable.
What you need to know before you enrol
This course takes place in Pelham Hall. Please check the website for directions.
What you need
Students can bring an object that they want cast (please contact tutor with an image and dimensions: robert.worley@morleycollege.ac.uk. Protective clothing i.e. recommended overall or apron, strong shoes or boots, Some extra fees will be charged for materials when the student uses over and above their allocated course materials fee. 1kg of silicone rubber is included in the course costs and is £15 per kg after that. Where applicable protective clothing supplied by the college must also be worn.
What you can do next
Any sculpture or Art and Design course at any level, from adult education course to degree.
