Join us for an immersive, hands-on exploration of Creative Molding Techniques with Zsolt Jozsef Simon. This intensive workshop focuses on expanding the possibilities of mold–making and clay casting—bridging precision, experimentation, and artistic expression. Through a balance of technical mastery and creative exploration, Zsolt shares his approach to transforming molds into powerful tools for innovation in ceramic practice.
Participants will begin with live demonstrations, followed by guided practical sessions where they will design, construct, and manipulate molds for unique outcomes. The workshop explores both traditional and unconventional molding processes, encouraging participants to rethink repetition, modularity, and surface transformation. Emphasis will be placed on problem-solving, accuracy, and pushing the boundaries of form through casting techniques.
By the end of the program, participants will have gained confidence in mold construction, expanded their technical toolkit, and developed new strategies for integrating molds into their personal artistic practice.
key learning objectives
Understand the fundamentals of mold-making for ceramics
Learn techniques for creating multi-part and complex molds
Develop casting skills using slip and clay
Explore repetition, modular systems, and variation through molds
Gain insight into Zsolt Jozsef Simon’s creative methodology and process
what to expect
Live technical demonstrations
Step-by-step guidance in mold construction
Daily hands-on casting sessions
Individual feedback and troubleshooting
A focused, skill-building studio environment
Experimentation with surface and form through casting
A technically enriching and creatively empowering workshop experience