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From the studio I show the basic tools I am using to make the models for this workshop.

Wax Model Workshop

live online

In this 2.5 day workshop, learn the basics of using hard carving wax to make models for lost wax casting. You will design and sculpt a ring with a gemstone of your choosing.

The bonus half-day class on the Saturday prior to the workshop teaches how to design a ring using your specific gemstone and make a scale drawing for reference at the workshop.

The workshop and design class are live online with supplemental photos and videos to illustrate the lessons.

Included in the workshop:

Online forum to connect with other students, exchange ideas, post your work, ask questions, get feedback

Lifetime access to lessons, recordings, pdf downloads

Workshop Calendar

  • Registration closes February18

  • Pre workshop prep class to design ring and create scale drawings, February 19. 10am - 1pm ET.

  • Wax carving workshop February 26 and 27. 10am - 4pm ET

Choosing Your Gem / Scale Drawings

an overview of what to expect from the Design class

A Workshop to Learn:

Curriculum

Working with hard carving wax

Creating a wax model for successful lost wax casting

Designing a ring featuring a gemstone

                Special emphasis on symmetry

                Letting the gem inspire your design

Special bonus:

Half-day design orientation to prepare for the workshop

                Choosing a gem

                Measuring the gem

                Assessing the gem shape in relationship to your ring design.

                Making scale drawings to reference when carving

what you need for this class

Wax carving can be accomplished with minimal tools, some of which you might already have for your metals work. Watch the video to learn what is required for this workshop. Students are provided a detailed list with sources.

After watching this video you can decide what to buy to supplement the tools you already have, Here is a concise list of tools from Contenti to make ordering easier Contenti Tool List.pdf 

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Your Instructor

Hi, I’m Judy Parady, a metalsmith and jewelry maker, teacher, and the founder of Jewelry Club (more on that later). I have a BVA in Jewelry Design and Silversmithing, an MFA in sculpture, and a lifetime of working in the trade, selling my jewelry wholesale and direct, and teaching others. I am especially happy to be teaching the skill of wax carving online, where we can exchange ideas outside of the time constraints of an in-person workshop. And, without geographic restrictions can easily meet for the pre-workshop design tutorial, a bonus I know will enhance your experience.

Workshop Details

  • Experience Level:

    All levels are welcome. Access to basic jewelry making tools is required. A few tools specific to wax carving are needed. Watch video above for tool info.

  • Workshop Materials:

    Students supply their own tools and materials. Watch the video above for an introduction to what is required. See pdf for a complete list.

  • Cancellation / Refund Policy:

    If you need to cancel your registration, please email [email protected]. A cancellation fee of 20% will be charged on cancellations received before January 22, 2022. Cancellations received between January 22 and February 12, 2022, will receive a 50% refund; cancellations received 7 days or less before the start of the workshop will receive no refund.