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Plaster Casting Workshop in Samos

Excellent

4.8/5

2 reviews

This workshop is a hands-on experience for any visitor interested in getting to know, in a simple and pleasant way, the use of gypsum in Greek architecture and buildings' decoration. It is based on the contact with this material and the participant's creativity. Also, the participant will get to learn the historical reference to the application of gypsum in the mansions and neoclassical buildings of Samos Island, through audiovisual documents, as well as the knowledge about the stages of processing and production of the material.

45 years of history and experience in the processing and manufacture of plaster objects come to life through this specially designed training course.

The workshop aims for the participant to create a collaborative relationship with the instructors, through the transmission of information and the transfer of knowledge, in order to upgrade their educational knowledge, and get ready to walk the "Path of the Gypsum Craftsman".

The program has 6 levels of difficulty. It has been designed in such a way that participants, through an evolutionary process, upgrade their knowledge of gypsum processing. The participant can choose whether to participate in all difficulty levels.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Samos
Duration: from 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Exclusive Venue
Local touch
Subject expert guide
e-Voucher
Wheelchair accessible

Why you’ll love this…

  • Discover the "Path of the Gypsum Craftsman" and learn about the history of gypsum material in the Ancient Greek and Neoclassical periods
  • Learn about all stages of the manufacturing process
  • Learn to use the tools and the molding process of Gypsum material
  • Create your own object from gypsum material
  • Keep your creation and take it with you

Important to know

Not allowed:

  • Children under 9 years old

Know in advance:

  • This activity runs with a maximum of 20 participants
  • The training course has difficulty levels 1-6. Choose on-site whether you want to participate in all six levels

Remember to bring:

  • Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Water
  • Protective equipment
  • Bottled water
  • Workshop

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Karlóvasi, Karlovasi 832 00, Greece

Meeting point:

There is a public parking lot on 8th May Street, which is located on the front side of the church at a distance of 150 meters from the workshop area.

Provider

Culture and Prosperity Social Cooporeative Enterprise


Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +1 208-744-6464