Ready! Set! Cast! with Jen Cushman

Are you ready to step into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary? Where all your friends and clients will be saying, "How did you do that?"

In Ready, Set, Cast!, renowned mixed-media artist Jen Cushman invites you to unlock the magic of mold making and resin casting, giving you the power to transform everyday objects into endlessly reusable design elements.

This is more than just a technique; it’s a shift in how you see the world around you. From vintage treasures to found objects, you’ll learn how to capture, replicate, and reimagine details with stunning precision… and a touch of illusion.

Whether you're a curious beginner or an experienced maker ready to expand your skillset, this course will guide you step-by-step through a process you can return to again and again in your creative practice.

Inside this course, you’ll learn how to:

• See like an artist, identify and evaluate found objects for their casting potential
• Choose the right materials for successful mold making and resin casting
• Create single-piece molds using two-part silicone putty
• Build more advanced molds using liquid silicone for detailed 3D objects
• Mix, tint, and pour two-part resin with confidence
• Demold and refine your castings for a professional finish
• Transform resin pieces with mixed-media techniques and faux finishes
• Master the art of trompe l’oeil—creating castings so realistic they fool the eye

What makes this course special:

Every lesson is designed to give you practical, repeatable skills, so you’re not just creating one project; you’re gaining a process you can use again and again.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

• Confidently create your own molds from objects you love
• Reproduce intricate details with resin casting
• Build a personal library of reusable design elements
• Incorporate casting seamlessly into your mixed-media artwork

To get you started, Jen also includes a downloadable PDF featuring her favorite tools, materials, and trusted resources.

This is your invitation to explore, experiment, and create a little “magic” of your own.

You’ll never look at an ordinary object the same way again.