Mould Making with Ciaran Patterson

The Mould Making course, led by Ciaran Patterson, is a two-day workshop introducing participants to the various stages and materials used in the mould making process including a demonstration of making a two-piece plaster mould, using silicone rubber and more advanced techniques for mould making. No experience of mould making is required. All materials will be provided.

Ciaran Patterson studied Model-making and Special Effects in IADT. He has worked extensively in the bronze casting profession for more than twenty years, both in Ireland and Australia. Ciaran has experience in making large moulds in a variety of materials, including silicone rubber, plaster, fibreglass, and ceramic shell. Ciaran is Building Manager at FSAS and also works at Bronze Art Fine Art Foundry, where he specialises in mould making, wax work and patination. Ciaran is a visiting Lecturer at NCAD, teaching patination techniques in the bronze casting evening class.

Please note: spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. FSAS courses are for the professional development of practising visual artists. 

To book a place, please email: artadmin@firestation.ie