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Artist Norwood Viviano demonstrates how to supercharge the lost wax method for kilncasting using the affordable and user-friendly technology of 3D printing.

Master Class Video: 3D Printing and Kilncasting with Norwood Viviano L180

Create original models for kilncasting—then replicate them effortlessly with absolute precision. In this nearly 3-hour Master Class Video, artist Norwood Viviano demonstrates how to supercharge the lost wax method for kilncasting using the surprisingly affordable and user-friendly technology of 3D printing.

This project-based lesson demonstrates the basic techniques of pâte de verre by making a color-fade bowl, along with considerations for firing the piece.

Pâte de Verre Bowl L117

In this lesson, we'll demonstrate the basic techniques of pâte de verre by making a color-fade bowl.

In this lesson, we explore the pâte de verre method by making a glass skull decorated in the spirit of Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead.

Day of the Dead Skulls L077

Pâte de Verre is a casting method that involves hand-packing layers of frit and powder in a refractory mold. For our Day of the Dead skull, we use granules of glass instead. Learn the process in this video.

Lost Wax Kilncasting L074

In this lesson you will learn how to prepare a wax model, how to make a two-layered refractory mold, how to steam the wax out of the mold, and successfully cool and clean the piece.

Box casting allows makers to create a reverse-relief, cast-glass object of exceptional clarity, using an alginate mold and a vermiculite box.

Box Casting L055

Box casting is a great way to create a reverse-relief, cast-glass object with exceptional clarity. This process is ideal for producing multiple editions of a piece.

This lesson covers methods for open-faced kilncasting, including preparing the model, making an open-faced mold, and calculating the needed glass volume.

Open-Faced Kilncasting L026

In this lesson, you will learn considerations for preparing a model, tips for making an open-faced mold and calculating the amount of glass needed to fill it.

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