Wax to Bronze
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Design and create your own sculpture and see it transformed into bronze using the traditional lost wax process.
This engaging hands-on workshop introduces you to the art of sculpture through the traditional lost wax casting process. Suitable for beginners and those with creative experience, the session offers a unique opportunity to create a piece that will be transformed into a lasting bronze sculpture.
During the session, you will design and sculpt a small piece using wax, learning essential shaping and detailing techniques. You will also gain an insight into how your work will be cast in bronze using a traditional process.
By the end of the workshop, your sculpture will be prepared for casting and, once completed, returned to you as a finished bronze piece.
What you’ll cover
- Introduction to sculpture and safe working practices
- Designing a small sculptural form
- Step-by-step wax sculpting techniques
- Shaping and refining detail
- Understanding the bronze casting process
- Preparing your work for casting
Once your sculpture is complete, it will be taken through the traditional lost wax process and cast in bronze. This process takes approximately 4–8 weeks, after which your finished piece will be returned to you.
Entry Requirements
No prior experience is necessary – just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn a new skill.
Information
All materials required to make your sculpture are included in the course fee.
For your safety and comfort, please bring:
- Closed-toe footwear
- Long hair tied back
- No valuable jewellery
- Optional: your own apron (aprons are also available to borrow)
- A drink and snack (there will be a short break)
Further Study
If you enjoy this workshop, you may wish to progress onto:
- Other Ceramic or Metalwork courses at Craven College
Part-time courses are term-time only.
See our term dates for further information.
Did you know that some of our courses are free if you earn less than £26,800* living in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire & Lancashire?
*Pending Funding Guidance
Distance Learning call 01756 693 800 or email distancelearning@craven-college.ac.uk
Courses in the community call 01756 693 800 or email communitylearning@craven-college.ac.uk
All other Part-time courses call 01756 693 309 or email parttime@craven-college.ac.uk
