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Casting in Concrete and Plaster Course

4.5(10 reviews)
In this 2 day workshop, students will be constructing and casting shapes, and are encouraged to experiment with different finishes, textures and materials.
Various Locations
In-person
£260 pp
2 session course
Beginner
Next available date:9th May 2024
What happens in this class?

Participants will have the opportunity to think through making and explore material qualities hands-on.

What Will I Do Day 1 – Methods and Experimentation Day one will introduce the two main casting materials that we will be using through several quick moulding and casting exercises including making relief panels from clay and sketch moulds from plastic sheet/cardboard. We will follow this up by exploring colouring through making bowl forms to also understand reinforcement of plaster to enable it be cast hollow. We will end the day with by discussing possible personal projects for the following day and other techniques…

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Things to remember

At the beginning of each course/workshop your tutor will go over H&S protocols with the group.

It is essential to wear old clothes and strong footwear.

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Latest Reviews
4.5(10 reviews)
jane - 9 April 2023
Really enjoyed it. I am a slow processor, so I found it diffiicult to follow instructions. But this is my disability and no fault of the teacher - he was very good. I have come away with new skills and will cast plaster in the future.
Hamish Kemp - 27 April 2021
I really enjoyed the course. The tutor was knowledgeable and really helpful. It gave me a really good insight into the processes and materials used in plaster and concrete casting. In addition, the different textures and surfaces that can be achieved. I would really recommend the course and look forward to returning. Great to be around and meet new people with similar interests.
Majella Flower - 27 April 2021
An enjoyable and interesting course. Instructor, Ben , was patient and informative. I’d definitely recommend this course for an introduction into moulding and casting
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Booking Options
two session course2 classes
£260

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Age Requirement

18

Flexible cancellation policy

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Your Teacher

London Sculpture Workshop is an independent sculpture studio in Woolwich, South East London, located within Thames Side Studios, offering exceptional facilities for artists and those interested in making three-dimensional work.

Our short course programme covers a wide variety of technical and skill-based processes, taught by practicing artists in superbly equipped workshops. We teach a range of skills including welding, casting, mould making, metal and wood work, ceramics and hot metal practices.

London Sculpture Workshop is a not-for-profit, community interested company, established in 2012 by artists Giles Corby and Jessica Mello, trained at RCA and Slade. LSW…

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Class Location
This course takes place in multiple different locations. Click on SEE DATES and select your Booking Option to see where each date takes place.
London Sculpture Workshop
Woolwich
Unit 0, Harrington Way
SE18 5NR
London

Reviews

jane - 9 April 2023
Really enjoyed it. I am a slow processor, so I found it diffiicult to follow instructions. But this is my disability and no fault of the teacher - he was very good. I have come away with new skills and will cast plaster in the future.
Hamish Kemp - 27 April 2021
I really enjoyed the course. The tutor was knowledgeable and really helpful. It gave me a really good insight into the processes and materials used in plaster and concrete casting. In addition, the different textures and surfaces that can be achieved. I would really recommend the course and look forward to returning. Great to be around and meet new people with similar interests.
Majella Flower - 27 April 2021
An enjoyable and interesting course. Instructor, Ben , was patient and informative. I’d definitely recommend this course for an introduction into moulding and casting
Ron - 17 August 2020
A good introduction to the techniques learning the basics. The tutor did a good job and was most helpful in sorting out any difficulties and answering the many questions raised. The course was held on a very hot weekend, so it would have been helpful to have a water dispenser available on site. Also for follow up a list of material suppliers would have saved much time and trouble when sourcing our own raw materials following the introductory course. Generally well worth attending and will return for other courses and use of the workshops Ron Bennett
Katie - 28 October 2019
Excellent course, knowledge and helpful tutors. Would highly recommend.
Katherine - 18 August 2019
Really enjoyed the workshop. Love the freedom to try all the different material and Lauren was a fantastic teacher. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stuart - 28 January 2019
This course was more about having access to the workshop, and materials rather than structured learning. You are much more likely to get something from this if you have a clear vision or objective as to what you want to achieve. Teachers were pleasant, helpful and knowledgable and provided loose instruction however I left thinking that I could probably have gained the same level of understanding from a few YouTube videos and from buying some concrete mix and reading the packet. Whilst metal-working was interesting to produce the molds I will find this difficult to replicate at home and would likely resort to more simple materials (e.g. cardboard) to achieve similar ends. Unfortunately, the finished items that I produced are not beautiful nor useful and I didn't really love anything that anyone else on the course produced either. For me it would have been better if the course had more structure for example: if printed course materials were provided; if a latex molds were produced early in day 1 and then re-used with the different concrete materials and that mold were of something that one could make use of (e.g. a plant-pot or pencil holder etc.) if you didn't have an artistic end-game in mind. At least then we would have something useful to show for our efforts and something to remember the different techniques and materials. In summary, the course was a welcome break from the norm but could have been a bit better. It's best suited to artists wanting workshop time and access to materials than a structured learning experience for bored professionals wanting to try something a bit different.
Rosina - 28 November 2018
I really enjoyed the 2 day Casting Plaster and Concrete course, and feel that I learnt a lot in a short time. We made moulds from a variety of materials including sheet metal, clay and wood, and cast-off textured materials (i.e. bubble wrap). There was the opportunity to try a range of materials including plaster, fibrous cement, concrete, and fast-setting concrete. The tutor was knowledgeable, encouraging and inspirational. She took the time to understand my interests, and also made suggestions for experiments to try. The workshop facilities were excellent – but most importantly I feel able to continue working and exploring the material at home.
Emilie - 11 June 2018
The London Sculpture Workshop is a gem of a place I totally recommend! I loved its atmosphere so much I attended all of the short courses they offer. Inspiring tutors – all practising artists, a great variety of classes - from metal work to bronze casting or wood furniture design, in super well equipped workshops. There I met students with very different profiles and objectives, from practising artists willing to upgrade their skill-set or experiment with new processes & materials, to absolute beginners wanting to just “do things with their hands”. They also offer a open access scheme to a versatile metal and wood workshop where you can develop your own creative projects in your own rhythm, once you feel confident to go autonomous. Truly brilliant place!
hannah - 6 April 2018
I loved this course. Perfect for a complete beginner (me) or professional artist (everyone else on the course). Was a relaxed and playful space with great teacher and views of the river. Have come away with new skill and 6 castings.