Casting Plaster in Moulage and Dermagel

July 10, 2010 10:00am - 3:00pm

Best known in the bodycasting world, Moulage and Dermagel have been Douglas and Sturgess trademark products for over 50 years. Moulage has been used by law enforcement to cast crime scene evidence for decades, known for it’s ability to capture high detail. An added bonus, it can be re-used to cast new impressions dozens of times. Alginate initially gained notoriety at the dentist office, used for attaining in-the-mouth impressions of teeth. Simply mixed with water and applied, Dermagel sets quickly, achieves good detail and is inexpensive.

This workshop focuses on how to mix and cast with these materials, for lifecasting as well as inanimate objects. This is primarily a demonstration seminar with emphasis on step by step procedures. Audience participation required! Change your casting life and learn how to quickly move from mold to positive with this essential workshop. Includes lunch and a complimentary 1 lb. package of Dermagel, so you can run home and do a face casting of your favorite subject!

Location: Richmond, CA (click for map)

Instructor: Steve Casad

Class # (AU-131) $95.00 Click here to signup

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Plaster - the Evolution of a simple material into a modern Artist's tool

July 14, 2010 6:00pm-9:00pm

All plasters are not created equal. The evolution of Plaster of Paris into the modern palette of gypsum products we use today for casting a wide variety of items both in the art world and the world of architecture. We will look at the varieties of materials we have for use in these applications

Location: Richmond, CA (click for map)

Instructor: Arthur Cordisco

Class # (AU-104) $25.00 Click here to signup

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Which Rubber is best for me? Introduction to flexible mold making

July 21, 2010 6:00pm-9:00pm

So you are about to make a rubber mold, but you want to use the best one possible. The criteria we will examine will give you a road map to making the right decision for the most cost effective, efficient product to use for your project.

Location: Richmond, CA (click for map)

Instructor: Arthur Cordisco

Class # (AU-103) $25.00 Click here to signup

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Essentials of Moldmaking and Casting - 4 Days/Sessions

July 24 & 25, 2010
July 31 & August 1, 2010

Each Session: 10:00am-2:00pm

Learn the basics of making a brushed on polyurethane rubber mold from master moldmaker Paul Graf. Paul will be teaching step-by-step procedures for making a flexible mold of your original model into which a wide variety of casting materials may be used to create countless copies. Learn how to approach your model and break it down in such a way that a mold of multiple parts can be created using simple tools and techniques. At the end of the class you will have a completed mold and casting(s) to take home. Class size is limited to eight students so that Paul will have ample time to devote to each student’s needs. The class will be held on two consecutive weekends, both Saturday and Sunday, for a total of four sessions, each being four hours long. Come join us in our amply outfittted classroom at our Richmond store.

Location: Richmond, CA (click for map)

Instructor: Paul Graf

Class # (AU-101) $295.00 + $80.00 Materials Fee Click here for more info and/or to signup

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Introduction to Color - Various kinds of pigments, dyes and their uses

July 28, 2010 6:00pm-9:00pm

What’s the difference between a pigment and a dye? Why would one be more appropriate for a specific scenario? The multiple personalities of pigments, dyes and their use and application.

Location: Richmond, CA (click for map)

Instructor: Arthur Cordisco

Class # (AU-118) $25.00 Click here to signup

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Using Compo Materials for decorative engraved surfaces

August 4, 2010 6:00pm-9:00pm

Compo is an old style composite made with glue and rosin and linseed oil that still finds use in the modern world for decorative as well as functional applications. We will look at both a material we produce as well as how to make your own.

Location: Richmond, CA (click for map)

Instructor: Arthur Cordisco

Class # (AU-119) $25.00 Click here to signup