January 15 - April 02, 2025
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 twelve (12) session courseCasting 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
2024-2025 Adult Membership
or 2024-2025 Family Membership
or 2024-2025 Senior Membership
or 2024-2025 Supporting Benefactor Membership
or 2024-2025 Supporting Patron Membership
or 2024-2025 Adult Membership
Instructor
Christopher Darway
Age and Gender
Co-Ed