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Latest Past Events
Mountmaking for Exhibits Workshop: October 2nd-6th, 2023
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, SeattleLearn exhibit mountmaking from a seasoned professional in a well equipped shop.
Mountmaking Workshop: December 4th-7th, 2018
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, SeattleThis 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
September 11th-14th Four-Day Mountmaking Workshop
Mountmaking Focus Studio 3511 Interlake Ave N, SeattleSeptember Mountmaking Workshop Seattle