Sculpture: Mould Making Course
Learn mould making with our sculpture short courses in Sydney!
Learn clay sculpture techniques and mould-making processes to create your own masterpieces in clay! 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.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, you should have:
- gained an 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
What will be covered in this course?
- 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
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for both beginners and experienced students.
Course venue
Rozelle Campus, corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd, Rozelle (in the grounds of St. Joseph’s Church). If driving, no entry into Gordon Street from Victoria Road. Last block on your right before Victoria Road. Pedestrian access is opposite Prince Street.
What to bring to class
Please bring to each session:
- two large garbage bags to cover your work
- any clay working tools you may have
- P2 dust mask for working with plaster
- any ideas you have for a sculpture
- pencil and paper
Depending on your project, additional materials may be required, and will be discussed at the first session (may cost between $20 - $100).
What we provide:
- One slab of hand-building clay
- Clay working tools
Additional information
- Closed-in shoes required
- Please wear old clothes
- Long hair must be tied back
Classes
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<p><strong>Learn mould making with our</strong> <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/arts/sculpture"><strong>sculpture short courses</strong></a> <strong>in Sydney!</strong></p>
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Course testimonials:
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Robert said: Teaching style is excellent - very collegial. Great group of people.
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Robert said: Kassandra's balance of space-to-explore, skilled guidance and artistic insight fosters creativity and practical learning for individuals from beginners to established artists. The wonderful people in the course support and coach each other which is also helpful as many of them are capable artists in their own right.
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Fabian said: "5 stars"
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Edward said: Getting more knowledge about techniques, and materials and the group support and shared interests...
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Melissa said: 5 stars!