Summer Academic Enrichment Eligible Programs

Goals

Introduce students to safety in the jewelry studio, wax carving and mold-making techniques, and the fundamentals of pouring molten metal. Students also practice spatial thinking, weights and measurements, and creative problem solving.

Activities

Do you have an idea for a small-size sculpture or jewelry piece that you'd like to make in cast silver or bronze? Dive into the world of lost wax casting in miniature form. The lost wax process starts with carving/forming an object out of wax, making a mold of the object, and then melting the wax out of the mold to create a hollow vessel into which you'll pour molten metal. You'll be able to cast small art objects (things you can fit in your hand) or jewelry pieces using centrifugal and vacuum assist casting equipment. We'll cover safety protocols, the tools and techniques for carving and pouring, and basic finishing of cast artworks. As time allows, you'll also be able to experiment with some jewelry techniques like soldering and heat forming.

Program Dates

August 8-11, 2022, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Can students reside on campus? No

Can students commute to campus? Yes

Can students take online classes? No