Fundamentals of Mountmaking Workshop: March 13th-16th 2018
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA, United StatesThis four-day workshop explores the how and why of museum exhibit mountmaking with an emphasis on object safety and preventive conservation. The first two days we'll teach methods for analyzing objects for their condition and balance, making templates for accurate mount fabrication, and the construction of mounts in brass and other metals. Hands-on practice in metal forming, silver brazing, and mechanical fastenings will be integral to the workshop. Ian working at the vise. The third and fourth days will focus on working with plastics for mountmaking, including mount design considerations, fabrication, and finishing of mounts made from acrylic sheet, Vivak, and
Mountmaking with “soft” materials. Acrylic plastic, foams, felts, and more! May 1st-3rd 2018
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA, United StatesLearn mountmaking with plastics, foams, and other nom-metallic materials that can be fabricated without a well-equipped shop.
Fundamentals of Mountmaking Workshop: May 21st-24th, 2018
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA, United StatesThis four-day workshop explores the how and why of museum exhibit mountmaking with an emphasis on object safety and preventive conservation. The first two days we'll teach methods for analyzing objects for their condition and balance, making templates for accurate mount fabrication, and the construction of mounts in brass and other metals. Hands-on practice in metal forming, silver brazing, and mechanical fastenings will be integral to the workshop. Ian working at the vise. The third and fourth days will focus on working with plastics for mountmaking, including mount design considerations, fabrication, and finishing of mounts made from acrylic sheet, Vivak, and
Four-Day Mountmaking Workshop August 7th-10th, 2018
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA, United StatesParticipants hard at work This four-day workshop explores the how and why of museum exhibit mountmaking with an emphasis on object safety and preventive conservation. The first two days we'll teach methods for analyzing objects for their condition and balance, making templates for accurate mount fabrication, and the construction of mounts in brass and other metals. Hands-on practice in metal forming, silver brazing, and mechanical fastenings will be integral to the workshop. The third and fourth days will focus on working with plastics for mountmaking, including mount design considerations, fabrication, and finishing of mounts made from acrylic sheet, Vivak, and
September 11th-14th Four-Day Mountmaking Workshop
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA, United StatesSeptember Mountmaking Workshop Seattle
Mountmaking Workshop: December 4th-7th, 2018
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA, United StatesThis four-day workshop explores the how and why of museum exhibit mountmaking with an emphasis on object safety and preventive conservation. This object centered approach will teach methods for analyzing objects for their condition and balance, making templates for accurate mount fabrication, and the construction of mounts in brass and other metals. Engineering concepts and their application to mountmaking and hands-on practice in metal forming, silver brazing, and mechanical fastenings will be integral to the workshop. As the workshop progresses, we will focus on working with plastics and other alternative materials for mountmaking. We may also work with mounts for textiles
Cancelled: Advanced Mountmaking: January 14th-17th, 2019
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA, United StatesI'm afraid that due to an upcoming surgery on a damaged shoulder, I'm having to cancel this workshop. I hope there will be another opportunity for this format after things stabilize again. If this interests you, please get in touch and I'll keep you posted on future workshops. ----------------------------------------------------------- At the request of experienced mountmakers, we are offering a workshop in advanced problems in mountmaking. This four-day workshop will focus on working with difficult objects and situations while maintaining conservation standards. We will discuss the development and design of mount systems to facilitate installation and deinstallation. The use of machine
Mountmaking for Exhibits: December 9th-13th, 2019
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA, United StatesThis five-day workshop will present the theoretical concepts and practical techniques of mountmaking for museum objects, set within a framework of an actual exhibit display. A "curated" set of objects will be selected for mounting in a defined space and exhibit design. Through this format, the intention is to present the practical problems of mounting objects for safe installation and aesthetic display while maintaining appropriate levels of care and conservation. Templating for mount. Mask Mount in process This workshop will explore the how and why of museum exhibit mountmaking with an emphasis on object safety and preventive conservation. This object
Mountmaking for Exhibits: January 27th-31st
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA, United StatesThis five-day workshop will present the theoretical concepts and practical techniques of mountmaking for museum objects, set within a framework of an actual exhibit display. A “curated” set of objects will be selected for mounting in a defined space and exhibit design. Through this format, the intention is to present the practical problems of mounting objects for safe installation and aesthetic display while maintaining appropriate levels of care and conservation. Templating for mount. Mask Mount in process The workshop will explore the how and why of museum exhibit mountmaking with an emphasis on object safety and preventive conservation. This object
Mountmaking for Exhibits: February 24th-28th 2020
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA, United StatesThis will be the third in our series of exhibit scenario based workshops. For each of these workshops, we will be trying to tailor the "exhibit" to the collections interests of the participants. This also gives the opportunity for more or less experienced people to work with objects that match their skill level. This five-day workshop will present the theoretical concepts and practical techniques of mountmaking for museum objects, set within a framework of an actual exhibit display. A “curated” set of objects will be selected for mounting in a defined space and exhibit design. Through this format, the intention