(Copy) Introduction To Sand Casting - ONLINE LIVE ZOOM workshop

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Are you struggling with sand casting or need a refresher? In this workshop you will learn the fundamentals of sand casting and gain the knowledge to set up your own space and cast objects with confidence at home or in your own studio.

I will go through my home studio set up and show you the process I use to cast which has taken me years to perfect. 

This is scheduled to run for 3 hours, however, it could go longer with the questions at the end

What will be covered in this workshop?

• Tools, setup and suppliers -you will be sent a PDF with the tools I will be using/recommend
• Comparing common sands on the market 
• Comparing flasks
• What can be sand cast
• Creating the mould and making sure it is set up correctly to get a successful cast
• Side pour vs top pour and when to do this
• Sprue placement
• Metal and how much to use
• What gemstones are suitable for casting in place
• Casting process
• Torches
• Safety
• 30 minute Q & A session

What will be demonstrated?

1: Basic ring set up

2: Casting gemstones in place

3: Casting a flat object/pendant

4: Creating settings/ casting settings

5: Troubleshooting

6: Finishing Techniques - uncovering stones, polishing etc

7: During Q & A time I can go over techniques

*This will be recorded and sent out afterwards and available for 2 months after

*This workshop is scheduled to go for approximately 3 hours, it may go for longer if I don't get through all the questions

Tool List and suppliers

The list that you are sent are the tools I will be using in this demonstration I will go over why I use them, some alternative

As this is a live workshop you will be able to ask questions throughout and will be recorded so you can rewatch it.

The tools list and link should be sent out in confirmation email if you done receive the downloads within 24 hours please let me know

Any questions please reach out via email nadinesuzannejewellery@gmail.com or via Instagram DM