Details of Sasha Wardells Mould Making and Bone China Workshop

	Mould Making and Bone China Workshop
	This year the course is being held in a working studio and is limited to 4 students maximum to allow for personal tuition. A five and a half day course is offered which combines an introduction to general model and mould making techniques for those requiring basic plaster skills, as well as the possibility of pursuing a specific project or idea for those who already possess a certain knowledge in this field. ( Please contact beforehand to discuss possibilities.) During the course you will be introduced to: MODEL MAKING using machine and hand techniques i.e. plaster lathe and whirler turning, hand carving, profiling, flat plaster work etc. MOULD MAKING which covers ‘drop-out’ or simple piece moulds including spares and ‘setter’ making (a supplementary piece used for minimising rim distortion during drying and firing.) There will also be an opportunity to make a more complex or multi-part mould if desired. SLIPCASTING in bone china including finishing techniques. (NB It is not possible to make a cast from the moulds produced during the course as they will not be dry enough, however, casting experiments will be done into ready-made moulds ready for firing.) PACKING AND FIRING an electric kiln for bone china (1260 c) Throughout the week various processes can be demonstrated to give a broader knowledge of other relevant techniques including handle and spout making , lidded containers, waste moulds etc. WHAT TO BRING: * An idea of a simple form you wish to make * If pursuing a specific project, a ready-made plaster model (damp) * Hand tools are provided, however, do bring any personal favourites! * A sketch/note book * An example and /or slides, photos of own work, if appropriate Please arrive by 9.30 a.m. on the Monday to the workshop: Mill Studio, Stowford Manor Farm, WINGFIELD, Nr.Trowbridge, Wiltshire BA14 9LH SEE MAP The course ends after lunch on the Saturday. Directions will be sent to you upon confirmation of your booking. PRICE : £ 425 (to include tuition, materials, firings, lunches and drinks.) ACCOMMODATION The course is non-residential, however, on confirmation of your booking you will be sent some recommended B&B accommodation in and around the Bradford on Avon area enabling you to make your own arrangements. Or try www.bradfordonavon.co.uk to book on line. On-site camping at the farm is also available @ £ 9.00 per night / £ 10.50 per night with electric supply. Sandwich lunches, tea, coffee and cold drinks will be provided during the course and there are plenty of reasonably-priced eating places for the evening meals in and around Bradford on Avon. A recommendation list will be given to you on the course. Own transport is advisable but not essential. CLICK HERE FOR BOOKING FORM For further info contact : Sasha Wardell, 36, Tory, Bradford on Avon, BA 15 1NN T. 01225 868756 E. sasha@sashawardell.wanadoo.co.uk Please note that we reserve the right to cancel the course up to 2 weeks of the start date. Your deposit will be fully refunded or, alternatively ,you will be offered another date.