Bronze Casting, Pattern, & Mold Making Class 2015

Saturday, May 16, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm: Pattern Making Workshop.
Saturday & Sunday, May 30 & 31. 9:00 am to 4:30 pm: Mold Making.
Saturday June 6. 3:00 pm – Evening: The Pour.
Instructors: Hicks, Bettenberg, Brockman, Halvorson

We’ll be casting silicon bronze into two-part (cope and drag) sand molds from your pattern. For beginners, a flat-backed clay pattern is recommended. However, if you have something specific that you’d like to cast, let us know.
Saturday May 16 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.
You will need to bring: eye protection, leather gloves, and wear proper clothing.
Send your check for $120 made out to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and your contact information to:
Marty Hicks
2223 Stewart Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55116
Acceptance priority for the class is determined by postmark.