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The Diary of a Mad Caster
A firsthand look at the mess, magic, and molten metal of casting
By Shawna Kulpa
Casting may be the most behind-the-scenes process in the jewelry world, but it’s also one of the most critical and complex. In this hour-by-hour diary, David Baird of Master Casting & CAD in Chicago opens a window into what a typical day looks like in a modern casting studio. From print inspection to metal pouring to a few donut breaks along the way, he shares the rhythm, pressure, and hidden victories that power the bench behind the bench.