metalworkFeatured Masterclass

Dokra Lost-Wax Metal Casting & Jewelry Workshop

Sunday, October 25, 2026
11:00 AM - 04:30 PM (2 Days (Weekend))
Heritage Craft Yard, Bengal Artisans Guild, Kolkata
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Workshop Overview

About This Masterclass

Dokra is one of the earliest known metal casting methods dating back to the Indus Valley Civilization. In this hands-on 2-day weekend intensive, master artisan Ramesh Karmakar guides you through the entire traditional process: preparing clay cores, wrapping fine natural beeswax threads to sculpt intricate motifs, building the outer refractory clay mould, and participating in the furnace pouring of molten bell metal.
Hands-on Toolkit

Materials & Equipment Included

All tools and raw materials are fully provided in the studio. You will take home your finished handcrafted piece.

Natural beeswax and resin sculpting mix
Fine riverbed clay and terracotta refractory slip
Pure brass and bell-metal casting alloy
Sculpting spatulas, brass files, and safety goggles
Finished Dokra artifact and jewelry piece to take home
Preparation

Prerequisites & What to Bring

Suitable for beginners as well as craft enthusiasts
Wear cotton clothing and closed-toe footwear suitable for kiln studio work
Safety gear provided on-site
Master Instructor
RK

Ramesh Karmakar

Master Artisan & Workshop Facilitator

National Award recipient and 5th-generation Dokra metalsmith from Bankura, celebrated globally for preserving ancient tribal lost-wax metallurgy.

Venue Details

Studio Location

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Heritage Craft Yard, Bengal Artisans Guild, Kolkata

Air-conditioned acoustic studio with secure on-site parking and accessible transit connectivity.

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28803200/ per seat

Includes all materials, tools usage & take-home craft piece

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Ticket Price (1 × ₹2880)2880
Special Discount Savings-₹320
Studio Equipment & Take-Home KitIncluded FREE
Total Payable2880
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