Mould Creation for Ceramic Reproduction
Mixing Plaster and Demoulding 2
A course by Helen Johannessen , Ceramist and mould maker
About the video: Mixing Plaster and Demoulding 2
Overview
“Once the plaster is completely set and ready to hold itself, I will remove the plastic and the strings. This usually takes 10 to 15 minutes. Then, I will clean up the first half of the pineapple mould by sanding it down, before progressing to the second half. ”
In this video lesson Helen Johannessen addresses the topic: Mixing Plaster and Demoulding 2, which is part of the Domestika online course: Mould Creation for Ceramic Reproduction. Create moulds for your ceramic pieces following a step-by-step process..
Partial transcription of the video
“So I'm going to wait for this now for about five or ten minutes while it's hardening to be able to remove the plastic and the string and for the plaster to hold itself. If we do this too soon, the plaster can be what we call a little bit cheesy, so it breaks away and it's still got to, it might move. So wait until it's completely set. So we're going to give that 10 to 15 minutes. So this has been left for 10 minutes, 10 to 15 minutes now and I can feel that it's set and I can also feel that it's starting to go warm. So that's partially due to the chemical reaction that I mentioned about the...”
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Course summary for: Mould Creation for Ceramic Reproduction
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Arts & Crafts, Ceramics, Fine Arts
Helen Johannessen
A course by Helen Johannessen
Helen Johannessen, a renowned professional ceramicist and mould maker, has dedicated over 25 years to the art of clay and plaster casting. Her extensive experience includes collaborations with numerous clients, ranging from limited series to mass production. Helen's exceptional craftsmanship is exemplified by the success of her ceramic notepad, which sold an impressive 80,000 pieces in the UK alone. With her brand YoYo Ceramics, Helen has designed homewares like the iconic Is That Plastic range and the beloved Butter Dish.
Helen's passion for clay, plaster, and casting slip shines through in her artwork. She continually pushes the boundaries of traditional crafting techniques, creating one-of-a-kind artworks that capture the essence of fluidity and light. As an experienced teacher and workshop leader, Helen is committed to sharing her knowledge and inspiring others to embrace creativity. With her patient and curious approach, she empowers students to explore new possibilities, overcome challenges, and discover their artistic potential.
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