Design and Build a Resin Lamp
A course by Studio Nucleo - Piergiorgio Robino
Artist and Creative Director.
Turin, Italy.
Joined September 2020
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, Artist and Creative Director
Joined September 2020
Discover the versatility of resin and learn how to color, cast, and mold it to create a unique lamp
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Discover the versatility of resin and learn how to color, cast, and mold it to create a unique lamp
Joined September 2020
Resin can make the impossible become possible. It’s an incredibly malleable tool that can take any form, it’s lightweight and very durable. Artist Piergiorgio Robino uses this medium to create fascinating works of art that also serve as functional appliances.
In this course, learn how to work with resin and make a custom lighting accessory. Explore the different techniques to correctly cast, mold and color resin. Then, see how to wire your creation and light up any interior space.
What will you learn in this online course?
21 lessons & 42 downloads
- 98% positive reviews (558)
- 24559 students
- 21 lessons (3h 48m)
- 42 additional resources (11 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Build a resin lamp using different molds, adding color, implementing the electrical components, and polishing it.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone that wants to learn how to work with resin or is a DIY enthusiast.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is necessary.
To take this course, you need epoxy resin, silicone molds, a thermometer, mixing buckets, sandpaper, a light bulb, a socket, electric wiring, a scalpel, a ruler, protective equipment like a mask and gloves, among other things. Piergiorgio explains in detail in the second unit.
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A course by Studio Nucleo - Piergiorgio Robino
Piergiorgio Robino is a multi-disciplinary artist from Asti, Italy. In 1997, Piergiorgio founded Studio Nucleo, where he is the creative director. The Turin-based studio is composed of artists and designers that work with new materials. Most notably, resin has become their signature material.
Studio Nucleo’s work has been exhibited in solo exhibitions in museums throughout Europe, the US, and South America. Their work has also been part of countless group exhibitions throughout the world.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Getting Ready
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Introducing the Materials
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Safety Measures
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Data Sheet Reading and Types of Resin
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Finding Inspiration and the Creative Process
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U3
Experimenting with Resin
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Mixing and Pouring
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Moulds
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Resin and Colour
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Adding Elements to Resin
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U4
Making the Design Come True
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Dimensioning Your Object and Creating a Model
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Refining the Design with the Resin Type, Colors and Electrical Components
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Creating Your First Mould, Casting and Unmoulding 1
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Creating Your First Mould, Casting and Unmoulding 2
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Creating Your First Mould, Casting and Unmoulding 3
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Creating Your First Mould, Casting and Unmoulding 4
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Creating a Second Mould for Our Lamp
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Silicone on Silicone: Creating Your Final Mould 1
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Silicone on Silicone: Creating Your Final Mould 2
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U5
Final Touches and Recommendations
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Finishing and Polishing
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Assembling
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FP
Final project
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Design and Build a Resin Lamp
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
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The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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lhia_farfalla
PlusTres bon cours.
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fred2com
Bon cours, très progressif, avec beaucoup d'informations et de partages.
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bryanbcd99
Me gusta por que me ayudara en poder hacer unos trabajos que deseo
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oranio79
il corso è molto valido e pieno di informazioni che difficilmente si trovano così dettagliate nel web. consigliatissimo per imparare e creare una lampada da zero.
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slorenzovivas
Me ha gustado y me parece útil. Aunque quizá me falta un poco de información más concreta sobre el tipo de resina que utiliza para este proyecto. Además habla mucho de los distintos tipos que existen, que algunos son tóxicos, que otros no, pero no entra al detalle, solo pasa superficialmente.
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