Work with experienced Rivers of Steel teaching artists to learn the basics of foundry work, pattern and mold making, and receive a step-by-step overview of the iron casting process!
Iron casting is a community workshop experience!
Intro to Iron Casting participants work with experienced Rivers of Steel teaching artists to learn the basics of foundry work, pattern and mold making, and receive a step-by-step overview of the iron casting process. No prior experience necessary. This workshop covers multi-part mold and pattern design, lost- wax casting, resin-bonded sand molds, and experience participating in an iron casting demonstration. The course results in your own unique design(s) cast in solid iron!
This program is a three-day workshop offered Thursday through Friday, September 16 – 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The cost is $285 and advance registration is required.
Phone: 4124644020
Email: arts@riversofsteel.com
2021/09/16 - 2021/09/18
Additional time info:
Intro to Iron Casting workshops include up to 250 lbs. of sand and corresponding chemical, waste removal, and related foundry consumables. Sand and chemical needs beyond this allotted amount are available for $.30/lb. Any additional material fees are required to be paid upon pick up of the final castings.
Carrie Blast Furnaces
801 Carrie Furnace Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Unless otherwise noted, free parking is available onsite. Some search engines / maps services may prefer the address "Carrie Furnace Blvd, Rankin, PA 15104."