Decorative Object Design with Eco-Resins
The Basics of Mixing and Pouring 1
A course by Phil Cuttance , Designer and Craftsperson
About the video: The Basics of Mixing and Pouring 1
Overview
“To get started, I will show you how to mix, tint, and pour bio resin. As with acrylic resin, this is a reasonably eco-friendly material, so I encourage you to explore it! It's epoxy resin with typically 50% bio ingredients. Let me walk you through the basics of how to use it! ”
In this video lesson Phil Cuttance addresses the topic: The Basics of Mixing and Pouring 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Decorative Object Design with Eco-Resins. Experiment with acrylic and bio-resins to create modern decorative objects, from the initial mixing and tinting to the final casting.
Partial transcription of the video
“The Basics of Mixing and Pouring In this lesson, I'll introduce you to the basics of mixing and tinting bio-resin. Bio-resin is typically epoxy resin, but with part of it being a plant-based alternative. This bio-resin we have here is 50% plant-based content. Bio-resin has 50% epoxy resin in it. We need to take the same precautions we would if we were using 100% pure epoxy resin. What we have here is a half-mask respirator. I wear a half-mask respirator and goggles because I wear glasses. You can also wear a full-face respirator which is like a large mask with this respirator part on the bo...”
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Course summary for: Decorative Object Design with Eco-Resins
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Areas
Accessory Design, Arts & Crafts, Ceramics, Decoration, DIY, Furniture Design & Making, Interior Design
Phil Cuttance
A course by Phil Cuttance
Phil Cuttance is a designer and maker from New Zealand. He was raised in a family who was constantly creating and making things by hand. In 2009, after graduating from design school, Phil moved to London, where he founded his studio and currently crafts his pieces. In 2012, Phil made the short film Faceture about his creative process, which received a Staff’s Pick title from Vimeo.
His work has been featured in publications such as Wallpaper*, ELLE Decoration, ICON, Crafts, and Dezeen, among others. One of his designs was nominated for London's annual Designs of the Year Awards at The Design Museum. Phil has been invited to participate in events such Milan Furniture Fair and Art Basel Miami to show his design process. Apart from making commissions from his studio, Phil also teaches workshops on design.
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