Sheep Heart Corrosion Casting - Melbourne
2 Day - Beginner Workshop
Rest in Pieces invites you to attend an introductory, two-day, hands-on workshop where
you will learn the scientific process of corrosion casting.
Scientist, Gavin Burland, will share some of his extensive knowledge gained over more than
15 years working with plastination techniques, museum preparation techniques, anatomical
embalming and dissection.
Gavin is currently the Manager of Technical Operations at the Sydney School of Veterinary
Science (University of Sydney) and President of the Australasian Institute of Anatomical
Sciences (www.aias.net.au)
The workshop will run from 1:00pm - 9:00pm on Saturday and 11:00am - 6:00pm on
Sunday.
You don’t need to have any previous corrosion casting experience to take part in this
workshop. Gavin will teach you basic sheep pluck anatomy while guiding you through the
correct process of preparing, injecting, macerating and installing your specimen.
Throughout day one, you will learn how to identify the anatomy, prepare the specimen and
inject the heart with resin. Gavin will end the day with an informative seminar on the history
of corrosion casting and the process of chemical maceration.
On day two, you will clean and prepare your own pre-macerated specimen, ready for
mounting. You will end the day by learning the basics of installation.
At the end of the weekend, you will walk away with a deeper knowledge of this fascinating
scientific process and your very own gorgeous corrosion cast heart in a glass dome.
Everything will be supplied including your sheep pluck, tools and materials, an apron, dinner
(Sat), light lunch (Sun) and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages so that you
can sit back, relax and enjoy the weekend. (Note, alcoholic beverages are only available for
students 18+)
Feeling inspired and want to continue working on your new corrosion casting skills once you
get home?
When you register for the workshop you can book a ticket with one of two options;
Your partial take home kit contains:
● A frozen sheep pluck to work on at home
● A complete set of the same tools and materials used in the workshop for corrosion
casting
● A set of instructions so you can follow the same process used in the workshop
Your full take home kit contains:
● All the above, plus the tools and materials needed to display your heart in a glass
dome
● A glass dome
We also have other merchandise available to complement your take home kit such as tote
bags and RIP aprons.
To make life easier, you have the option to choose instalment billing at checkout. We
recommend booking early so your payments are spread out.
Please note:
● If you are flying in for the workshop and want a take home kit, you will need to have
checked-in luggage as the sharp items will not be accepted in hand luggage. We can
advise you of the dimensions of the take home kits a week before the course.
● Make sure to let us know about any dietary requirements when you register.
● Unfortunately, our studio is not fully accessible for wheelchair users. Do you have
other accessibility requirements? Please contact us before you register for any of our
workshops to make sure we can make the necessary adjustments to give you a great
experience.
- The anatomy of a sheep pluck (your specimen) and how to prepare your specimen and inject resin
- The history of corrosion casting and the chemical process used to macerate the specimen
- How to clean your macerated specimen and display your completed corrosion heart in a glass dome
- Your own specimen to work on
- All the tools and materials required for the workshop
- A glass dome to protect your new creation
- Food and beverages
- Camera or camera phone
- A strong tummy
Dress in layers to suit a Warehouse climate
Anyone over the age of 16 with a curious mind and love of science, animals or art.
Vendor since 2015
Taxidermy - Taxis 'arrangement' + Derma 'skin'
Natalie Delaney-John has traveled far and wide to learn the art of taxidermy and has been mentored by some of the world's best and most awarded taxidermists. She is the proud founder of Rest in Pieces, which launched Australia's first taxidermy workshops, conducts talks and has just released the Revival Kit so that you can learn this beautiful art in the comfort of your own home.
In 2016 the R.I.P team expanded to bring you Skeletal Articulation and Intermediate Taxidermy classes. Next year is set to see the team expand even further with the addition of Death Moth Entomology classes, a Taxidermy Taster class and Advanced classes.
We understand that sometimes you just can't make a class. The best thing to do is to
contact us as soon as you can to let us know. If you give us 2 weeks notice, we can
offer to transfer you to the next scheduled class. This will incur a $10 admin fee.
If you need to cancel, with two weeks notice or more we will refund the full price of the
workshop, minus $50 booking fee, less than two weeks and we will refund 50% minus
$50 booking fee.
Unfortunately we wont be able to offer refunds for cancellations or transfers received
last minute - the day before the workshop or on the day of the workshop.
Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Rest in Pieces or organised by Rest in Pieces must agree to these terms and conditions.
1.) LIABILITY WAIVER
I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by Rest in Pieces.
2.) PHOTO & VIDEO
I agree to give Rest in Pieces unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs or videos taken at Rest in Pieces classes and events or on Rest in Pieces's premises. (For use of Rest in Pieces marketing materials).
3.) REFUNDS
See refund section
4.) CANCELLATIONS
In the event that a class is cancelled, students will be notified via text message or email and entitled to a full refund or credit.