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Lost Wax Carving  & Casting

The art of Lost Wax Carving is a fascinating technique used to craft exquisite and personalized jewelry designs. In this course students of all levels are invited to work at their own pace, on their own project with an expert instructor.  Students will explore the fundamentals of this ancient process and will learn how to transform wax into unique jewelry pieces.  Through hand-on instructions and professional guidance, participants will explore the creative world of wax carving, allowing them to bring their ideas to life. Once a design has been carved, the wax will be sent to a professional casting house where the casting process turns the wax in metal

Class is limited to 6 students for individualized attention from the instructor.

Takeaways

  • Work on your own projects at your own pace
  • Work on the projects that are meaningful to you.
  • Explore the different tools that are using in carving wax.
  • Understand the different waxes used to create unique designs.
  • Develop the fundamental skills to create a successful model for Lost Wax Casting.
  • Create your own unique designs that will be turned into metal.

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Introduction to Wax Carving

MORNING CLASSES

TUESDAYS | 10:00AM – 1:00PM

September 2, 2025 – October 7, 2025

Intermediate to Wax Carving

AFTERNOON CLASSES

TUESDAYS | 2:00PM – 5:00PM

September 2, 2025 – October 7, 2025

Introduction to Wax Carving

MORNING CLASSES

WEDNESDAYS | 10:00M – 1:00PM

September 3, 2025 – October 8, 2025

Intermediate to Wax Carving 

AFTERNOON CLASSES

WEDNESDAYS | 2:00AM – 5:00PM

September 3, 2025 – October 8, 2025

Introduction to Wax Carving

EVENING CLASSES

THURSDAYS | 5:00PM – 8:00PM

September 4, 2025 – October 9, 2025