Ceramic Lamp Creation Using Found Objects
A course by Marre Moerel , Artist
Learn the process of transforming an abstract idea into an original ceramic piece using found objects to make plaster casting molds
Learn the process of transforming an abstract idea into an original ceramic piece using found objects to make plaster casting molds
The design of objects is an opportunity to redefine our perspective and appreciate the beauty and simplicity of everyday life. Marre Moerel has built a successful career around creating conceptual ceramic designs that are rooted in her instinctive approach to creating.
Let Marre guide you through each step of her creative process to build your own original ceramic lighting. Explore the use of everyday objects to build a contemporary design, ready to light up interiors with elegance and originality. Learn how to make your own plaster molds, cast your chosen object in clay, and join them together to create your one-off ceramic lamp.
What will you learn in this online course?
18 lessons & 14 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (126)
- 6,134 students
- 18 lessons (4h 38m)
- 14 additional resources (1 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
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- Level: Beginner
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What is this course's project?
Design and create a contemporary pendant lamp using existing objects.
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone curious about producing original ceramic objects. Those who enjoy manual crafts, arts, and design-related creative outlets will also enjoy the course.
Requirements and materials
Experience with power tools and working with knives is required.
To create your spheres, you will need a wooden work board, smooth clay, plaster for the mold, wire or nylon to cut the clay, a knife, brushes, and modeling tools (Marre will talk you through which you’ll need), release agent, 3 buckets, a sheet of 8mm plastic, a piece of foam, and a plastic bag.
For your ceramic casting, you will need clay (low fire powder), water, a mixing machine, a spatula, some tools (Marre will talk you through which you’ll need in the course), a circular template, sanding pads, foam pads, a cotton rag, pre-made glazing, water, Tupperware, and plastic jars.
For the wiring process, you will need a 1cm cable, wire strippers, a mat knife, screwdrivers, a lamp holder, E-14 Europe: 3 pieces, a cable connector, a hook, and a plug with a safety mechanism.
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A course by Marre Moerel
As the daughter of an architect father and artist mother, Marre has always been exposed to exploring creative outlets. She has been participating in exhibitions since her studies in fashion, which she found too limiting for her ideas. Marre eventually switched to studying sculpture and continued with furniture design. It was during her first exhibition in Milan that her ceramic lamps were recognized, and put into production by Italy’s most renowned design company, Cappellini.
Marre has been running her own design business for twenty years. She has made furniture, tableware, decorative homeware, jewelry, watches, and more. She has designed for Capellini, Offecct, and the interiors of the hamburger restaurant chain “Home Burger”. However, Marre’s biggest client is herself, and prefers the total freedom that is brought by working on her own projects.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Design Development
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Concept Development and Technical Considerations 1
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Concept Development and Technical Considerations 2
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Materials 1
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Materials 2
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Setting up Your Workspace and Prep Mold
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U3
Mold Making and Casting
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Making the Mold 1
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Making the Mold 2
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Opening and Drying the Mold
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Casting the Object with Ceramic Slip 1
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Casting the Object with Ceramic Slip 2
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U4
Design
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Joining and Building 1
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Joining and Building 2
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Sanding, Firing, and Glazing 1
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Sanding, Firing, and Glazing 2
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Wiring
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Final Piece and Other Shapes
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FP
Final project
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Ceramic Lamp Creation Using Found Objects
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rdiez_alejandro
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carlalucila
Excelente, en una palabra!!!
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meruj.rabiei
Plusvery well structured and informative.
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Wonderful course! All is explained perfectly considering all the problems that you could face.
Thank you a lot, I really loved it!!