Instructor: Figura instructors and assistants
Dates: 27-31 July 2026
Cost: 800 euro (incl. material costs)
Location: Chasséstraat 91, 1057 JB Amsterdam
Description
The mold making week is part of the complete sculpture program. This course can be attended by summer course students who have made a portrait or figure at Figura. Under the guidance of experienced sculptors you will make a mold of your sculpture. The mold is suitable for making your own plaster casts at home. The mold can also be used to make casts in wax or bronze in a foundry.
Program
In the first two days students apply the rubber mold: 2 layers of silicone, a third layer plus walls and design of the undercut keys. Day 3 and 4 the mothermold is being made: plaster shell and walls, supports, clay recycling and opening, on the last day a splash coat is being made, then cleaning and a casting demo.
Time table
9:00 - 18.00 h (some days we might end around 20:00 h)
Practical information
Keep in mind that the work is demanding. You may have to make some extra hours to get ready for the next day. Keep your calendar empty during mold making days! What to bring: working clothes, two pairs of clogs or boots (no flip-flops), lunch.
This workshop includes:
✓ use of mold making tools
✓ silicone and plaster
✓ instructions by craftsmen
✓ individual guidance and help with mold making
✓ demonstrations and trics
