Lost wax technique: advanced techniques

In this workshop you will learn several advanced techniques. The first technique will teach you how to make a very fine imprint of stones and shells by using a layer of liquid wax.

 

The second technique comes from the world of dentistry. We will use their technique for casting teeth to cast stones. Irregular stones and pearls are perfectly suited for this.

 

Duplicating wax models is done by machines and because of that, it is often outsourced by jewellers. But their is also a simple technique to do it at home. You will learn how to make a mould and pour by hand.

 

For this workshop you need prior knowledge of the basic techniques of working with wax: such as filing, sawing and building with liquid wax. If you wish, I'll have your jewels cast in silver. After receiving the casting- and shipment costs, I will send you your jewelry.

 

Included:

• 4 plastic sheets for the dental system
• 1 part of modulating paste
• 1 part of pouring wax
• 1 wax sheet
• use of the studio materials
• instruction leaflet
• drink and biscuit

 

To bring yourself:

• irregular semi precious stones or pearls: max. size: 2 cm

(pearls can be purchased in the studio)

• simple jewel, little object or coin... to cast
• pencil
• paper
• thin, plialbe structures: ex. leafs, sanding paper, textile,...
• an apron if you wish
• If the offered materials are not enough for you, you can purchase more in the studio

 

 

Photos left: Lotte De Mey, right: Sandra Van Kerckhoven

Schedule

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