Join Us for an Exclusive Artistic Experience led by acclaimed artist Thomas Bucich, this intensive full-day workshop offers a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the creative process of LOST WAX BRONZE SCULPTING.
Here's What Awaits You:
-Hands-On Guidance: With only 4 seats available per class, enjoy personalized attention as Thomas guides you through each step of the sculpting process.
-Stunning Studio Setting: Set in the picturesque Southern Highlands, experience the perfect backdrop for artistic inspiration as you unleash your creativity in Thomas's working studio setting.
-Expert Instruction: Learn from a seasoned practitioner as Thomas shares his wealth of knowledge and experience, from conceptualization to constructing base forms, working with wax and creating textures, ensuring you leave with newfound skills and insights.
The Workshop will cover:
-Learning the basic process of lost wax sculpture
-The importance of structural integrity when creating sculpture
-Working directly with wax to be able to produce a one-off bronze casting without the need for a mould.
-Principals of using moulds to achieve editions/multiple castings [NOTE - no mould making will be done in this workshop]
-The original wax sculptures produced in the workshop will be sent to Sydney to be cast in bronze. Firm quotations will be provided for approval prior to any casting, and casting costs will be invoiced to and paid directly by each artist. As a price guide, bronze castings will begin at approximately $250 per piece depending on size and complexity.
-Wear appropriate messy art-making clothes.
-Students wanting to work on specific projects to contact the studio prior
-Note: this class is set up for making small works [ 10 to 30cm tall ]
-Follow up classes and private instruction will be available following the workshop
-NOTE: The address of the workshop and further details will be emailed to you following your ticket purchase, as the studio is a private address.
-As we’re located in a rural area 10 minutes outside of Berrima - please bring a BYO lunch. Snacks, and cold and warm drinks will be included.
