Mold Making & Casting

Course Description

Our Mold Making and Casting course offers students the essential skills to produce ceramic works through mold making techniques. In this course students will learn how to make two different types of plaster molds; a sprig mold used to capture detailed textures and unique forms and a two part mold for creating vessels out of liquid clay. After students make their molds, they will have the opportunity to use their two part mold to cast a vessel out of liquid clay and their sprig mold to create details and decorations that can be applied to the surface of their piece. All works will be fired and students will be able to explore decorating their work with glazes and stains! Course Details: 🗓️ Class Dates: (July 4th, 10th, 24, 31st) Thursday evenings, once a week, for 2 hours, over 4 weeks ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Location: Beyond Pottery, Burlington, ON 👩‍🏫 Instructor: Lauren Sinett 👥 Suitable for: Complete beginners—no prior experience needed. 🎨 Includes: Clay, plaster, tools, glazes, and kiln firings What You’ll Learn: ✔️ About the tools and materials needed to make plaster molds ✔️ How to create your own plaster molds ✔️ How to Create basic vessels using the slip casting method ✔️ How to use a sprig mold to decorate your work ✔️ About the different applications of finishing materials like glazes and stains Who Can Join? This workshop is perfect for complete beginners, aged 18 and up. For younger participants, reach out to inquire about teen and children’s courses. Pro Tips for Success: ✨ You will need to bring an N95 mask to safely work with plaster ✨ Avoid wearing jewelry or having long nails—they can get in the way ✨ Bring an apron or an old t-shirt and a towel Pick-Up Information: Your pieces will typically be fired during the course. You can collect finished works during sessions or after the course ends. We’ll notify you by email when everything is ready.