Sculpture: Mould Making

Learn mould making with our sculpture courses in Sydney.

Learn clay sculpture techniques and mould-making processes and create your own masterpieces!! In this course, you will work on your own project at your own pace. You’ll take home clay techniques in hand building, slab building and clay modelling.

You may choose to create one-off pieces for kiln firing or to create multiples through mould making processes. Moulds can be made of clay, latex or silicon, with plaster mother moulds, depending on the desired casting material.

Course outcomes

By the end of this course, you will have

• gained a better understanding of the relationship between subject matter, the dynamics of form and the choice of materials
• learned how to model and construct in clay
• learned how to make a mould out of plaster, silicone or latex
• learned how to cast into the mould

Ideal for…

This course is designed for both beginners and experienced students.

Course content

• Learn about the materials used in Mould Making
• Learn and practise with construction techniques
• Make plaster moulds and casting
• Design and create your own sculptures

What we provide

• One slab of hand-building clay
• Clay working tools

Please come prepared

• Two large garbage bags to cover your work
• Any clay working tools you may have
• Any ideas you have for a sculpture
• Pencil and paper

The rest of the materials will be discussed on the first day. Extra materials may cost between $20 - $100 depending on your chosen project.

Feedback from past students

"The tutor is fun and flexible with a great teaching style. A wealth of knowledge."

"Great teacher who is constantly helpful, instructive and inspiring. I appreciate the flexibility of projects across the class."

"The tutor allows us to develop confidence in out ideas while offering guidance when necessary. She is a terrific teacher."

Other Information

• Closed-in shoes required
• Please wear old clothes
• Long hair must be tied back

Students are eligible for a 10% discount at:

• Tillys Art Supplies, 661 Darling St, Rozelle ph. 9810 8309
• Newtown Art Supplies, 15 Wilson St, Newtown ph. 9516 2339

Avoid disappointment. Enrol early.

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