Mitsuro Hikime

About this course

Participants examine the traditional preparation and handling of Mitsuro wax, then practise forming it into strips, spirals and flowing textures. Teaching combines live demonstrations with hands-on work, covering the wax recipe, consistency, storage and sculptural manipulation. The course also considers the historical and cultural context of the technique. Participants develop a small jewellery or sculptural piece from initial design ideas through to a refined wax model, with guidance on applying Mitsuro Hikime to their own practice.

What you'll learn

• Prepare Mitsuro wax using the traditional recipe and achieve a workable consistency
• Manipulate wax into strips, spirals and flowing organic forms
• Develop a jewellery or sculptural design from sketches into a wax model
• Apply Mitsuro Hikime techniques to create textured and sculptural surfaces
• Explain key historical and cultural aspects of the technique

Is this course right for you?

Listed at Advanced level, the course is intended for jewellers, designers and craft professionals with significant workshop experience and a strong command of relevant techniques. Participants are expected to work independently on fundamental tasks while developing an individual piece through guided demonstrations and practice.

• Prior workshop experience and independent working ability are expected
• The course is aimed at learners extending an established jewellery or craft practice

Before you go

• Casting is not included. Guidance is provided on preparing the completed wax piece for professional casting.