Hand Casting and Sculpture Workshop

Cast your own hand and transform it into a one-of-a-kind sculpture in New York City!


Flower Shop Collective
Flower Shop Collective
Instagram followers 14k followers

3 hours Location Comes to you Class size 4 to 10 guests   $85

Your hands tell your story -- now it's time to turn them into art. In this one-of-a-kind hand casting and sculpture workshop led by sculptor Cesar Castro, you'll use alginate to create a stunningly detailed mold of your own hand, then transform that cast into a personalized mixed-media sculpture you actually get to take home. Whether you're hunting for creative activities in New York City, planning the most unique date idea, or looking for bachelorette party ideas that go way beyond the usual, this class delivers something genuinely memorable -- and genuinely yours!
Never touched a mold or picked up a sculpting tool in your life? Perfect. This workshop is designed for all experience levels, walking you through the fundamentals of mold-making, casting, and sculpture every step of the way. Cesar brings warmth and expertise to the process, so you'll feel supported from the moment you dip your hand in alginate to the final brushstroke of paint. There's nothing to fear and everything to gain -- just show up ready to get your hands a little messy.
This sculpture class is one of those things to do in New York City that quietly becomes a favorite memory. You'll leave with real skills, a deeper appreciation for the art of casting, and a hand sculpture as unique as the person who made it!
What you'll get
  • A cast of your own hand!
  • A finished painted mixed media sculpture
  • Knowledge of mold-making, casting, and sculpture fundamentals
  • A personalized one-of-a-kind artwork
Knowledge required
All skill levels are welcome!
What to bring
  • Your creativity!
  • Enthusiasm to learn and get hands-on
Suitable for

This class is great for a team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or bachelorette party.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 10 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids (the adult may observe for free).

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mom or Xmas gift.

Location

Your teacher can travel within 20 miles of Hamilton Heights, to a venue of your choice.

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Flower Shop Collective
Flower Shop Collective

Instagram followers 14k followers
female Women-owned

Flower Shop Collective (FSC) is a studio and educational hub with a whole lot of heart. They cultivate the ideas of emerging artists working toward more equitable futures, offering membership-based studio access and artist-tailored services with a special focus on Black, Brown, Indigenous, minority ethnic, and immigrant artists.
Whether an artist is dreaming of an MFA program, hunting for residencies, connecting with collectors, or leveling up their craft in the fabrication shop, FSC is committed to supporting artists through individualized, tailored tracks — ensuring no one feels isolated in their practice. At their core, they believe that collective liberation starts with storytelling, and they've built a warm, vibrant community to prove it!

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2026-11-20 15:00:00
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