This 5-day workshop will cover all aspects of the mould making process for ceramics, including prototype development, creating multiple-part plaster moulds, slip casting and press moulding. The class is appropriate for artists and designers at all levels of experience. Techniques and materials explored can be applied to sculpture, designed objects, architectural details and more. In addition to thorough demonstrations and visual presentations, Jeremy will guide students in the completion of self-directed projects, problem-solving multiple part moulds specific to their object, and the creation ceramic multiples.

July 15 – 19, 2019

$695 + gst

This workshop is sold out.

Fee includes:

• 24 hour studio access
• Full access to the entire Historic Clay District site
• All firings included
• Use of shop glazes
• Limited amount of plaster, clay, casting slip

Artist responsible for:

• Extra materials and clay
• Accommodations: Onsite housing is available at the BMO Artist Lodge for $405 + GST for 6 days (Check-in July 14, check out July 19). Fee includes a private room with double bed, shared bathrooms and communal living areas. Limited to seven rooms. One en-suite room is available for $505 +GST (Check-in July 14, check out July 19). For more information, click here.

Cancellation/Refund Policy:

A full refund (less a $25 administration fee) is available if you cancel one month prior to the start of the workshop. If Medalta cancels, or if you need to cancel due to medical reasons (documentation required), you will receive a full refund. For cancellations 2 weeks prior to the workshop, a refund of 50% of the total fee is available. If you cancel within 2 weeks of the start of workshop, we will be unable to issue any refund.

For more information contact Noriko Masuda: noriko@medalta.org

About Jeremy

Jeremy Hatch is currently Assistant Professor of Ceramics at Montana State University and founder of Ricochet Studio, a design lab that explores the intersections of art/craft/design by collaborating with artists from various disciplines.  Hatch’s studio practice employs a variety of techniques and concepts linked to ceramics, from vessel-based sculpture to large-scale porcelain installations, digital and architectural applications.  He has attended a number of international residencies including the Takumi Studio in Japan, the European Ceramic Work Center in the Netherlands, and Kohler’s Arts/Industry program in Wisconsin. Since 2003 he has led numerous courses and workshops that focus on industrial processes for ceramics: design and prototype production, mold-making, and slip casting.

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