
Lost Wax Casting (Sept2026) (4 Days)
Four-day hands-on lost wax casting intensive focused on sculpting wax models, building investment molds, and casting metal for small jewelry or objects. Studio-style instruction at a maker workspace emphasizes technique, safety, and finishing.
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