Teaching

An outline of Reid's five day course

LOST WAX BRONZE CASTING FOR SCULPTURE
using simplified Ceramic Shell

This covers all aspects of his method, from wax-working, through ceramic moulding, molten metal preparation and pouring, to finishing and patina of the sculpture. No previous experience in bronze is required.

Instruction is such that, if wished, it would be possible for one to set up one's own foundry for the casting of personal work, using simple appropriate technologies. However, this is not the only thing to be gained from participation. Many people have used the courses simply to understand the process, gaining experience in manipulating wax as a medium and in the finishing of bronze for presentation, leaving the founding to others. Either way, the courses have led many people towards working and exhibiting in bronze.

The courses can be held virtually anywhere, the programme being

• Day 1 Introduction to wax, and wax working
• Day 2 Running and spruing, begin ceramic moulds
• Day 3 Further mould building; intermedia moulding
• Day 4 Dewax, burnout and metal pouring
• Day 5 Fettling, chasing and patina

  At this point, each student should have a piece in bronze; theirs to keep.

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