Demonstrators: Stacey Holloway and Ed Paradis

Using contemporary techniques and processes, this demonstration will provide an in-depth investigation of working with expanded polystyrene foam products (EPS), which can be utilized in iron casting. Polystyrene foam is a very quick and easy way to carve large shapes and forms that can later be sealed and used in resin- bonded sand mold making. This demonstration will explore ordering/purchasing different kinds of polystyrene and what to look for in its properties; making your own hot wire; tools and techniques of carving; and how to properly seal your foam.