Lost Wax Casting 101
When:
Monday, Mar 30, 2026 6:00p -
9:00p
Monday, Mar 30, 2026 6:00p -
9:00p
Where:
Artisans Asylum
96 Holton Street
Boston, MA 02135
Admission:
$185
Hosted by:
Categories:
Accessible Spots, Art, Classes, Tech
Event website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lost-wax-casting-101-tickets-1505203767989?aff=oddtdtcreator
Learn the ancient art of Lost Wax Metal Casting! Take home a small bronze item such as a ring, medal, dice, or ornament plus casting skills!
Class Description
Learn the ancient art of Lost Wax Metal Casting! For anyone from total beginners to those who simply want a refresher and/or to learn their way around the Artisans Asylum Casting Shop. Students will cast and take home a small bronze item such as a ring, pendant, medal, game dice, or ornament.
Participants will leave this class with the knowledge needed to enjoy lost wax casting at Artisans.
We will be casting only in ancient bronze during class, yet this class prepares students to use the A2 Casting Shop to create items like jewelry, components, and small sculptures in a variety of shop-approved metals including silver, bronze, brass, and more! The class covers the skills needed to take Artisans Tool Tests for: Lost Wax Investment Casting, the Electromelt, and the Sentry Kiln.
Instructor - Jules H
Jules first learned casting from a jewelry perspective and is currently interested in many types of metal sculpture and jewelry. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Creative Studies & Fine Arts. A proud generalist with a professional background in non-profits, at Artisans Asylum she serves as a casting shop tool tester, instructor, and a member of the Gallery A2 panel. She loves cats, coffee, fostering creativity and building community.
Learning Objectives
- Students will receive a full introduction to lost wax metal casting, including an intro to the Artisans Asylum Casting Shop.
- Become familiar with wax types and tools, sprueing wax patterns plus best practices, et
- Practice safety skills for all of the above and how to leave to shop in ready to use condition
- Prepare for A2 Tool Tests: Lost Wax Investment Casting, the Electromelt, and the Sentry Kiln.
SPOTS ARE LIMITED! Secure your spot on the Eventbrite link attached to this listing!
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