casting club: everything you need to know about glass casting

Casting Club – 9-week class looking at all things glass casting

Join our in-depth 9-week workshop designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of glass casting. This hands-on course covers a wide range of essential techniques, guiding participants through the entire process from working with clay and wax to casting in glass.

Workshop Highlights

• Learn the fundamentals of working with clay and wax for model making.
• Explore different types of refractory moulds, including open-face and deep lost wax moulds.
• Create two-part master silicone moulds to pour multiple waxes.
• Work with silicone rubber to make master positives to then create multiple refractory moulds.
• One session will be dedicated to working with a life model to learn how to sculpt a bust in clay that will then be cast in glass

1. Testing for colours and various types of glass to create different effects in the final glass pieces
2. OH&S
3. Firing schedules
4. Finishing and cold working

What is Glass Casting?
Glass casting is a process where glass is melted into a mould to create a solid, three-dimensional object. It’s a versatile and dynamic method that allows for the creation of both delicate and bold designs. In this workshop, you’ll explore various mould-making techniques, from open-face to deep moulds, learning which ones are best suited for different projects. You’ll also experiment with creating two-part master moulds and using silicone rubber to make repeatable models.

Materials and Costs
All essential materials and firings are included in the workshop fee, providing you with the necessary tools and knowledge to bring your vision to life. Participants will need to purchase their own casting glass, with an estimated cost of $200 or more depending on the size of the projects and the colours chosen.

Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn new techniques or an experienced artist wanting to refine your skills, this workshop is an excellent opportunity to dive deep into the world of glass casting.

This class runs on the following Fridays 10am -4pm 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th August- please note this class does not run in July