Jewelry & Fine Metals
Vacuum Casting Botanicals
Learn how easy and fun vacuum casting can be in this two-day jewelry-making class.
Member$277.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Guest$340.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Tuition Assistance and Other Policies
Meeting Times
- Sat, 3/7/2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sun, 3/8/2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sat, 3/7/2026 - Sun, 3/8/2026
About
This exciting course is designed for beginners eager to explore the art of jewelry casting. You'll have the opportunity to cast a variety of materials including organic substances, found objects, pre-carved wax pieces, or any three-dimensional prints you may have. You'll be casting in bronze.
- Day 1: We'll discuss the art of integrating botanicals and other organic components into your design concepts. We'll quickly move on to casting prep, where you'll learn valuable techniques for spruing and investing your found objects, as well as any pre-carved waxes or 3D prints.
- Day 2: Learn the fundamentals of vacuum casting and the equipment needed. Cast your invested flasks and explore techniques for finishing and polishing your jewelry.
Materials
- A $25 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers 50 grams of bronze for two small 3-inch by 2.5-inch flasks. You’re welcome to cast more if you’d like.
- Bring cash or a check to pay for any additional materials. Credit card payments also are accepted at the front desk. Some sterling silver will be available for purchase as well. We recommend checking current metal prices in advance so you can plan accordingly for any additional metal costs.
- You can bring found objects, pre-carved waxes, or 3D prints to class.
Class Policies
Ages 14 and up are welcome.
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy.
- Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Fill out the Accommodation Request Form before any class for which you require an accommodation. Email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org if you have any questions.
- Sensory Statement: Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. BARN is not an allergen-free facility. If you have concerns, please email info@bainbridgebarn.org.
Instructors or Guides
Karin Luvaas
Karin Luvaas is a Bainbridge Island artist and jeweler with a degree in encaustics, painting, and metal sculpture. She has studied under numerous jewelry masters including Blaine Lewis, founder of New Approach School for Jewelers in Tennessee, and achieved graduate jeweler status under Alan Revere of the world-renowned Revere Academy of San Francisco. Karin also is a GIA Graduate Gemologist and holds a Jewelers of America Bench Jeweler Technician certificate. Her current work can be seen at karinluvaas.com
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