2014 Bronze Pour: The Pour

Participants will be given masonite and plasticine clay to create their artwork, from which a mold will be made. If you have something else that you’d like to cast, we can negotiate.

Everyone is welcome to the pattern making workshop April 5, which will give you an idea of what’s possible to cast. We’ll look at examples and talk about ways of creating a pattern to get a successful casting. We’ll also give an overview of mold making including sprue and vent systems.

Mixing non-toxic, binded sand, we’ll make two-part (cope and drag) molds, and cut sprues and vents. We’ll be casting “Everdur”™, a silicon bronze excellent for artwork and taking a patina.

You will need to bring: eye protection, leather gloves, proper clothing, and any tools you have for working the mold.

Everyone is welcome to the pour the evening of May 3, but there is a limit of twelve to cast a piece. Work will start early in the day, but we’ll light the furnace at 3:30 pm for an evening pour.

Important: Guild members have first dibs on taking this workshop. However, if slots are still open April 26, the workshop will be open to the public. Sign up and get your money in early!

Send your contact information to: Marty Hicks 2223 Stewart Ave. St. Paul, MN 55116

Contact Marty: marty@hixwerx.com
651-492-0899
Acceptance priority for the class is determined by postmark.