Lost Wax Casting Classes

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Lost Wax Casting Classes ⋒

Take a lost wax casting class in my Seattle Stufio

  • Lost Wax Casting Jewelry Class - Carving - Part 1 of 2

    Lost Wax Casting Jewelry Class - Carving - Part 1 of 2

    Learn all about the art of Lost Wax Casting in this 3 hour class. We will work with various kinds of waxes to create a ring or pendant out of wax. Once completed I will send the wax away to be cast in metal. This class includes a large instructional printout as well as all materials, supplies and wax and one bronze casting.
    No experience required. THIS CLASS IS PART ONE OF TWO. Please be prepared to sign up for the other class once you have signed up for this one.

    Duration: 4 hours

    Level: Beginner

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  • Lost Wax Casting Jewelry Class - Finishing - Part 2 of 2

    Lost Wax Casting Jewelry Class - Finishing - Part 2 of 2

    After coming for the Lost Wax Casting Carving class you will return for a second 3 hour session where in we finish the bronze casting. In this class you will learn about removing the spru and cleaning up the casting, you will file, sand and polish your finished piece as it is perfect and ready to wear.

    Duration: 3 hours

    Level: Lost Wax Casting Jewelry Class - Carving - Part One of Two. Please DO NOT sign up for this class until you have heard back from me about your casting.

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Meet your Instructor

: Seattle jewelry artist Samantha Slater teaching the lost wax casting process and wax carving techniques in her private studio.

A Sanctuary for Sculpting in Wax

My studio is the perfect place to slow down and immerse yourself in the tactile art of wax carving. This light-filled, cozy space allows you to escape the noise and focus on the fine details of your design. Whether we are carving a ring, an animal or a more organic form, the environment is designed for calm, creative exploration. I’ll have the tea ready as we transform soft wax into lasting metal.

Bringing Your Vision to Life

I have used the lost wax casting method for several years to create my most intricate and narrative pieces. I love teaching this process because it is inherently playful and forgiving—a perfect antidote to the adult "perfection trap." We’ll explore the history of this ancient craft while building your technical skills. You’ll leave with the knowledge to create your own pieces and a detailed take-home packet to guide your future casting projects.

The lost wax process is how I find permanence through art. In my Seattle studio, I blend my South African heritage with modern, hand-carved shapes to create pieces that tell a story. By teaching you to cast your own designs, I’m helping you find your own creative voice—creating jewelry to mark moments in your life that bear remembering.

A woman with pink hair smiling, standing in a workshop or craft room. She is wearing a colorful geometric-patterned shirt and appears to be engaged in a creative activity. The room is decorated with tools, scissors, and art supplies. There are shelves with jars and plants, and sunlight is creating a sparkling effect on the walls.

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Location

The Greenwood of Seattle, WA. Exact address is given after booking.

Hours
Classes are usually held at 5pm on weekdays and 10am or 2pm on weekends. But please reach out if you need a different time as I can often accomodate those requests.

Contact
Classes@samanthaslaterstudio.com