Description
Wax Collage and Mitsuro-Hikime Masterclass
Level: Intermediate. This class is suitable for those who have already worked in blue wax and/or have some jewellery making experience.
Mitsuro-Hikime
Roughly translated as honey, wax, drawing, texture, Mitsuru wax is warmed by hand to allow it to become pliable before stretching and folding repeatedly to form striations. This might sound simple, but it can be a tricky material to master. With this masterclass, however, students will learn techniques of how to professionally form shapes which can be used in the creation of jewellery. Â Sculpting, shaping and general troubleshooting will be discussed alongside the casting process and how to calculate wax weight vs costing in metal.
Roughly translated as honey, wax, drawing, texture, Mitsuru wax is warmed by hand to allow it to become pliable before stretching and folding repeatedly to form striations. This might sound simple, but it can be a tricky material to master. With this masterclass, however, students will learn techniques of how to professionally form shapes which can be used in the creation of jewellery. Â Sculpting, shaping and general troubleshooting will be discussed alongside the casting process and how to calculate wax weight vs costing in metal.
What to bring: We will provide everything you need to start your wax journey. Â Please bring along glasses if you need them and wear appropriate clothing for a studio environment, including closed-toe shoes. If you have long hair, please tie it back.
Note: This is a skillset masterclass. The cost of any silver casting as a result of any wax/mould creations made during the session would be an additional cost.
Please note that classes may be cancelled if there are insufficient bookings. In the unlikely event of a cancellation, you will be notified the day before the scheduled class and will receive a full refund.
