April 17 - June 05, 2024
Jewelry- Lost Wax Casting and Beyond w/Christopher Darway
Wayne Art Center • 413 Maplewood Ave Wayne, PA 19087 Organized by Wayne Art CenterAbout this event
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Description
Jewelry-Lost Wax Casting and Beyondw/Chris DarwayA seven (7) session courseNo class on 5/8/24Casting molten metal is one of the oldest metal techniques dating back thousands of years. Students will learn how to work both hard and soft wax. These wax objects will be cast in sterling silver incorporating the lost wax casting technique. This class will cover calculating wax weights, spruing of waxes, safety issues and finishing. Students do not need prior metal experience but those that have taken a jewelry class will be able to use those skills in the finishing part of this technique.
Cuttlefish casting will be offered.
Be prepared for a fun and interesting time learning this essential and ancient metal art!
Mats included.
Prerequisites
2023-2024 Adult Membership
or 2023-2024 Child Membership
or 2023-2024 Family Membership
or 2023-2024 Senior Membership
or 2023-2024 Supporting Benefactor Membership
or 2023-2024 Supporting Patron Membership
or 2023-2024 Adult Membership
Instructor
Christopher Darway
Age and Gender
Co-Ed
Location
Sessions
Jewelry- Lost Wax Casting and Beyond w/Christopher Darway
$340.00