Saturday 29th November 2025
Location: Kilkenny
Join us for a one-day workshop at Butler Gallery, where you will gain hands-on experience in plaster mould-making and casting methods. The day will start with a presentation exploring the rich history of plaster in decoration and sculpture. We’ll begin with its ancient uses, trace its fall and rise in favour, and end with its resurgence in the 20th century among artists like Alberto Giacometti, Barbara Hepworth, Bruce Nauman, and Rachel Whiteread, to name but a few. The rest of the day will be dedicated to a guided practical exercise where you’ll make your own two-part plaster mould and learn about different casting materials, such as wax and slip. This workshop is suited for beginners and will equip you with the knowledge and skills to continue experimenting independently. All materials are provided. We simply ask that you bring up to three small, symmetrical items on the day, and wear old clothes.
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