Jewellery Classes and Artisan Workshop
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Lost Wax in Three - Mitsuro Hikime Wax
The basics of lost wax casting for jewellery with this special wax. Early Bird Price ends 8 June
6 spots left
Service Description
Discover the magic of Mitsuro Hikime — the beautiful Japanese technique that uses a special stretchy wax to create flowing, organic textures unlike anything else in jewellery-making. Over three inspiring sessions, you’ll learn how to transform this fascinating material into stunning wearable pieces using the traditional lost wax casting process. Mitsuro Hikime wax behaves very differently from standard jeweller’s wax. Warm and pliable, it can be stretched, twisted and pulled into delicate ribbons and natural textures that resemble flowing water, bark, roots or molten metal. The results are beautifully organic and wonderfully unpredictable, making every piece completely unique. During the first two sessions, you’ll learn how to handle and shape this traditional Japanese wax, exploring different techniques to create rings, pendants or small sculptural objects full of movement and texture. Once your designs are complete, your waxes will be professionally cast in the metal of your choice. There is then a one-week break before the final session to allow time for casting. In the third class, you’ll learn how to cut, file, sand and finish your cast pieces, transforming them into polished jewellery ready to wear, gift or treasure. This course is suitable for complete beginners as well as more experienced makers wanting to experiment with this exciting and expressive technique. More advanced students are also welcome to use the sessions to develop independent projects in a supportive studio environment. Included in the class fee are all Mitsuro Hikime waxes, consumables, sandpaper and courier costs. Please note that casting and metal costs are not included, as these vary depending on the size of your piece and the metal selected. Small castings generally cost around $6.65–$12, with metal costs ranging approximately from $8–$30 depending on whether you choose red bronze, white bronze or silver. This class is great for young folks aged around 12 and up. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an enrolled parent or caregiver.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Below are the Terms & Conditions for our classes. For information on access and parking info for both studios, please visit the FAQ page on our main site. TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR WORKSPACE CLASSES: We require all class fees to be paid in full before the start date of the class and any extra materials taken to be paid for at the last class. Masks are no longer required in our workshops, but if students would like to wear one they are most welcome. If students are unwell or required to self isolate we will do our best to find another time for them to take the class. We will not offer refunds. Workspace will not offer make up classes for any reason other than Covid related illness. Please take note of this, these are unprecedented times and we are doing all we can to keep things flowing smoothly but sometimes flexibility is required. Students must follow all health and safety guidelines and all safety instructions from the tutors at all times. Workspace is under no obligation to change students to other classes, credit or refund for classes booked. Workspace reserves the right to cancel or postpone a class if circumstances require it, students will be refunded if this is the case. By enrolling in our classes or booking a service you are agreeing to these terms and conditions.
Contact Details
2a Arthur Street, Ōtaki, New Zealand
021 169 1521
info@workspacestudios.co.nz