Day one Experiment with different waxes to make a small sculpture to cast. You may also bring in a wax you have already made to cast, but please be aware that due to the rising costs of pewter try to keep the wax relatively small (eg. the size of a lemon). Day two Add casting 'runners' and 'risers' to your wax sculptures in preparation for casting, then make plaster moulds. These moulds will then be heated to burn out the wax which will leave a negative cavity to be filled with molten pewter. Day three Melt and cast molten pewter into your plaster moulds. Allow to cool and then chisel out the casts and clean them up. Day four Finish your artwork, polishing, patination, welding and cold working of pewter. This will be followed by instruction on how to set up your own pewter casting works. Course Cost: £500 for 4 day course Course Dates: Thurs 16, Fri 17, Thurs 23 & Fri 24 April Course Timings: 10-5 each day Additional Information: Beginners and those more experienced are welcome. Please note there will be a 1 hour lunch break each day (lunch not provided) Basic materials are included. The cost of this course includes 1 kilo of pewter, any additional metal used will be charged at £52 per kilo. Health and Safety briefings will be given What Should I Bring: Please bring a notebook/sketchbook It is essential to wear old clothes and strong footwear