Floral Casting Workshop (2 Day)
New Age Artisans' Floral Casting Workshop is a comprehensive, hands-on experience designed for all skill levels and aspiring artists. Led by Gabriel Franklin, participants will learn the intricacies of working with various florals, local clay, and casting plaster. Safety measures, necessary materials, and proper tool usage will be covered, ensuring a safe and enjoyable workshop for all. This workshop is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to expand their skills and explore the art of Floral Casting. To our members already enrolled in the Floral Casting Artist Series, please reach out to us - we'll add you to the workshop for just $125.
Floral Casting Workshop (2 Day)
About this workshop
New Age Artisans' Floral Casting Workshop is a comprehensive, hands-on experience designed for all skill levels and aspiring artists. Led by Gabriel Franklin, participants will learn the intricacies of working with various florals, local clay, and casting plaster. Safety measures, necessary materials, and proper tool usage will be covered, ensuring a safe and enjoyable workshop for all. This workshop is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to expand their skills and explore the art of Floral Casting. To our members already enrolled in the Floral Casting Artist Series, please reach out to us - we'll add you to the workshop for just $125.
Hailing from Bucks County, PA, Gabe is more than just a plasterer—he’s a true artist at heart. As the founder of The Art of Plaster, he creates custom home finishes. Gabe enjoys still life painting and drawing as a personal creative outlet, finding inspiration in the natural world and the materials he works with daily. His love for texture and form led him to floral casting, a passion project that naturally evolved into commissioned art.
Day 1: Introduction, Workshop Overview
Morning Session (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
- 8:00 AM: Coffee and Light Breakfast, Introductions, Workshop Overview
Lunch Break (12:00 AM - 12:30 PM) - Lunch will be provided
Afternoon Session (12:30 PM - 4:00 PM)
Day 2:
Morning Session (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
- 8:00 AM: Coffee and Light Breakfast
Lunch Break (12:00 AM - 12:30 PM) - Lunch will be provided
Afternoon Session (12:30 PM - 4:00 PM)
Accommodations & Travel: When you register, we will send a welcome email with details and suggestions for traveling to Bozeman. You will also receive a special offer for staying nearby our facilities. Keep an eye out for that message!
Recommended Reading: Before attending the workshop, it's recommended that you familiarize yourself with the basics of plasterwork. The workshop will generally follow the steps outlined in our Artist Series: Floral Casting.
Safety Measures: Working with plaster can be messy and, without proper safety measures, potentially harmful. It's essential to wear protective clothing, including gloves and safety glasses. A dust mask is also recommended when mixing plaster powder. We will provide you with the proper safety gear but ask that you wear clothing you don't mind getting dirty.
The Artisan Workshop includes:
- Floral Casting Artist Series course: You'll have access to the Floral Casting online course and workbook.
- Introduction to the art and trade of plaster: Participants learn about the history, significance, and science of plasterwork.
- Detailed guidance on the materials and tools required for casting. Participants learn about the importance of the quality of these materials and tools and how they can affect the final product.
- Comprehensive demonstration of creating a casting from start to finish: Gabriel Franklin demonstrates the entire process, giving participants a clear understanding of the steps involved.
- Hands-on practice session: After the demonstration, participants get the opportunity to create their own samples, applying the skills and knowledge they have acquired.
- Q&A sessions throughout workshop: Participants can discuss any difficulties they encounter during the hands-on session or ask for additional tips and tricks.
- Provision of necessary materials for the workshop: All the required materials for the workshop are provided. You will go home with a list of materials you need to continue your casting journey.
- Provision of safety equipment for the workshop: To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants, safety equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, and dust masks are provided.
- Welcome Kit: If you are a new Plaster Portal member, you'll receive the supplemental course workbook and a New Age Artisans branded hoodie.
For more information about the Artisan Workshop, please contact us:
Email: hello@plasterportal.com
Phone: (406) 581-6616
Address: 515 W Peach St, Bozeman, MT 59715 USA
If you need to cancel your reservation for the Floral Casting Artisan Workshop, please do so at least two weeks before the workshop begins. Since this workshop includes the Floral Casting Online Course, we can only refund $125 for the cost of the workshop. Cancellations made within 2 weeks of the workshop start date will go as credit to a future workshop. Please note that if you do not cancel and do not attend, you are still responsible for payment. In the rare event that we need to cancel a workshop for any reason, participants will be notified and offered a full refund.
It is imperative that you attend the workshop in its entirety. This ensures you are receiving all relevant information.
Note: The cost of the workshop does not include travel to and from the destination nor does it cover accommodations during the workshop.
