JMGraham Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 So, I've been thinking of putting on a resin casting workshop of sorts for Warhamsters. We've done some hobby days in the past (painting workshop, display bases), and they've been pretty fun. Casting is one of those hobby skills that can seem kind of daunting at first, but once you know how, it's easy and invaluable. I'm thinking I'd probably do it sometime in late January or February. It'd be 2 days, about 3 or 4 hours per day. Day one would be some introductory stuff, making mold boxes, and pouring silicone molds. Second day would be de-molding, prepping molds, and casting. The cost would depend on what you want to get out of it. If you want to just listen, it'd be free. Otherwise, I'd just give a nominal charge for consumables (gloves, mold release, hot glue, etc), and a at-cost charge for silicone and resin used. Ideally, workshop participants would walk away with a mold of something, some castings from it, and the know-how on how to do it all. As such, I'd encourage folks to develop some models they'd like to cast ahead of time. We'd be doing open-faced molds only, so things like scenic elements or custom bases are probably best. In fact, custom bases are one of the best things to start with. I'd ask that you check with me first about what you're planning to cast, as we'd want to make certain that you're making something without too many undercuts that can be cast easily. I'd likely hold it at my house, as I've got everything at hand in my project room already. Should have plenty of workspace. If you think you might be interested, chime in. If there are dates that won't work, or any other specifics, please post here. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munkie Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 Definitely Interested. Would love to try jungle-themed scenic elements for my big ol' lizardmen bases. I could make a weekend or Tuesday event. Not the weekend of January 16-18 though, it's my brother's 30th birthday. Thanks for putting this out there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
generalripphook Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 This seems really cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fix Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 I would attend this event. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherbert Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 cant wait, I would prefer January over February for school reasons. Also the sooner this happens the sooner I can cast bases for my VC army. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
intrizic Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 I would attend this event Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armoredplatypi Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 I'd be up for this. I have some simple custom bases I've been making with green stuff and being able to cast some up would be great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
generalripphook Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 I'd be up for this. I have some simple custom bases I've been making with green stuff and being able to cast some up would be great! Not to derail the thread or go off topic but.....whats your name? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradNardone Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 I'd be interested for sure. I need to upgrade from the gluing stuff I found in the backyard method. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VonVilkee Posted January 3, 2015 Report Share Posted January 3, 2015 Depending on weekend I'd like to watch. I'm betting I'm going to be re basing my Marines eventually and being able to replace all the sizes consistently and the way I want to would be nice. Jim how much would you want for doing a dread base mold 60mm round? I never seem to have enough of those... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smashthedean Posted January 3, 2015 Report Share Posted January 3, 2015 I'm down and could make any day work in theory Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dalmer Posted January 3, 2015 Report Share Posted January 3, 2015 This is a wonderful offer and, scheduling willing, I would do my best to attend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted January 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 4, 2015 Don, are there dates that are better for you, or is it unpredictable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dalmer Posted January 4, 2015 Report Share Posted January 4, 2015 Mr. Graham, I would like to say that I have a "set schedule" but due to SWAT, family and the work stuff that always comes up I would much rather have you fine folks do a date that works best for you and if able, I attend that. Thank you for your consideration but as my 40k gaming track record attests, a truly open day in my schedule is akin to seeing a leprechaun riding a unicorn over a rainbow bridge towards a sugar kingdom where the duckies and bunnies frolic without problem. Stay safe, don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathonicus Posted January 5, 2015 Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 Jim, I doubt I will be able to attend but I do have some materials that I could donate to the cause. (Unused resin and silicone.) I also have some simple molds that folks could use for practice - 30, 40, and 50mm forest-base molds (round-lipped, Malifaux style). Brad, I have that Haqq mini I sculpted for you that would be easy to make a 2-piece mold for, if that was something Jim was going to cover in the workshop, it might give you a headstart on casting for a tourney. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted January 5, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 @Don - Hey! We rode that unicorn over the rainbow sugar bridge once. no reason it can't happen again. @Nathan- my ventures into two part molds have been inconsistent. I'd be willing to help Brad give it a try, but would be worried that I'd ruin a good master. Better to have a more accomplished mold maker tackle it, I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armoredplatypi Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Not to derail the thread or go off topic but.....whats your name? My name's Nick. I've only met a few of the Hamsters and haven't been able to get down to the store on Tuesdays for the past few months but I'm hoping to get some 40k/ X Wing in over the next few months. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sergentzimm Posted January 7, 2015 Report Share Posted January 7, 2015 I am interested in this as well. I have the need for some crates and things. Would this type of thing work for small crates and ground items? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted January 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 Crates and things are perfect. Gotta talk through the details with my better half, but in the meantime, I suggest y'all do some work creating any masters you want to cast. With bases, it means finding a good mix of the sizes you'll generally need. I suppose you could just create one or two bases, but you wouldn't have much variety and it would take forever to cast an army's worth. If you want to do some sort of scatter terrain or scenic elements, just about anything will work for the master. We'll be using tin-cured silicone, so we don't have to worry about anything impeding the cure. Let me know if you need any help or suggestions! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rage Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 Jim, I'd love to be able to make it up for a weekend to do this, though my schedule is fairly all over the place right now. I miss you guys and would love to spend some time learning more resin stuff for making bases and dongs. I think the better weekends for me right now are Jan31/Feb1, Feb 3/4, and Feb 31/1. We're heading to Texas mid February so that really closes off a good chunk of days for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dalmer Posted January 12, 2015 Report Share Posted January 12, 2015 Mr. Graham, When you say "create a master" does that mean, for example, I find some stuff and make it into stuff I'd like to cast? Like if I found an oil barrel, an ammo box and two boxes... glue them together and that's my master? Sorry for asking what's probably a basic question, but I have no problem looking silly or stupid if it means I gain insight or knowlege. Actually, I have no problem looking silly or stupid ever because I'm me! ha ha Stay safe, don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted January 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Just a heads up that I'm not intentionally neglecting this. Rather, I need to get off my butt and get my project room cleaned up and get some more stock cast up for Worldsmith. Delayed but not abandoned! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
intrizic Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 no worries, I don't have my masters together yet either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huggies01 Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Jim what is the Max attendance you are allowing to this maybe, potentially, almost might be, workshop? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted January 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Dunno? Any more than 10 would probably be unwieldy, but I didn't reckon it would get that high, conflicting schedules being what they are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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