Workshops for 2024

October 18, 19, 20, 2024

Overcoming The Fear Of Plaster

Mold Making and Slip-Casting Workshop

This 3-day intensive plaster mold making workshop will cover all the basics of working with plaster including mold and model making, correct procedures with casting slip, and making reproductions of your work/ideas.  All levels of experience are welcome. The workshop will be taught by master mold and model maker Jonathan Kaplan at his extensive facility in Denver.

Jonathan’s Book  "The Mold-Making Manual: The Art of Models, Molds, and Slip-Cast Ceramics,"

will be available for purchase at this workshop

If you have ever wanted to learn how to make molds or refine your mold-making skill, how to work with plaster successfully and develop productive plaster techniques, this workshop will enable you to work with confidence on your own. The cost of this workshop experience is $450 and includes 3 catered lunches and all materials. Supplied are all materials: plaster models, cottle boards, plaster, and all tools. Participants should bring a note book, pen/pencils, and an inquiring mind. Photographs are encouraged. Jonathan Kaplan has a lengthy career in the ceramics field encompassing 56 years wearing many hats. For many years he operated "Ceramic Design Group," a ceramic design and manufacturing business in Steamboat Springs Colorado. He has designed ceramic ware,  produced molds, models, and volumes of slip-cast clay ware for individuals and companies. His expertise in this field include consulting for many ceramic manufacturing companies, designing tooling, casting slips, and streamlining production.  Jonathan currently maintains a studio practice in Denver and curates Plinth Gallery.

This informative and fun workshop will fill very quickly. A $150 deposit will secure your space and is fully refundable until October 16.

Cancellations after that date will incur a $50 service fee. Call 303-295-0717 to reserve your space now.