Ceramic Lamp Creation Using Found Objects

Meet Marre, learn about her journey as an artist and the projects she holds close to her heart. Explore the many artists that influence her work in relation to the prominent themes found in her work.

Learn how to find ideas for your design based on found objects. See types of spheres you can use to create a mold for lighting and understand how to make them. Then, go through the materials you need to create your ceramic lamp and see how to set up your workspace before preparing the first part of your mold.

Time to get your hands dirty! Learn step by step how to create the walls of your plaster mold, then mix and pour the plaster. Prepare your mold for use, then see how to open and remove your sphere. Clean and make small adjustments to your mold if needed before seeing how to dry it correctly. Marre guides you through making a ceramic slip, casting your first sphere, and preparing it for joining.

Discover the process of joining your ceramic elements to create a new shape. Decide on the final design while taking technical aspects into consideration, before creating your openings for lighting. Once your object is ready, learn how to add the finishing touches and fire your ceramic creation in a kiln.

Explore different techniques for ceramic finishes such as sanding, glazing, and firing. Hear about the tools needed to wire your final pendant lamp and the steps required to assemble it. Next, it’s time to turn your lamp on and see the final result! Discover how to create other lighting effects, and learn how to correctly pack your object for safe shipping. Finish the course with Marre’s tips on the design industry and how to share your work and portfolio.