Creating meaningful 3D baby memorial castings – specialist training for healthcare professionals and keepsake artists

Award‑Winning Memorial Lifecasting Training UK – Specialist 1:1 Course for Baby & Adult Casting

Private Memorial 3D Casting Training for UK & International Students

TripAdvisor People’s Choice Award Winner 2024 & 2025 Trusted by NHS teams, hospices, funeral directors, and bereavement professionals.

Learn the art of gentle, high‑definition memorial lifecasting for babies, children, and adults. This private 1:1 residency in Dorset teaches the technical skill, emotional awareness, and professional standards needed to support families with care and dignity during their most delicate moments.

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Why Professional Standards Matter in Memorial Casting

Memorial casting is a deeply meaningful service. Families place enormous trust in the person capturing their loved one’s hands or feet, often during moments of profound emotion. This work requires:

  • Sensitivity and calm communication

  • Respect for clinical and funeral environments

  • Gentle, confident handling

  • Technical precision

  • An understanding of timing, conditions, and materials

This training is designed for those who feel called to offer families a lasting, tangible connection filled with love and remembrance.

 

Why Choose This 1:1 Memorial Casting Residency

20+ Years of Experience

Two decades working alongside the NHS, private hospices, funeral directors, and bereavement teams.

Clinical Confidence

Learn how to work safely and respectfully in hospitals, neonatal units, hospices, and funeral settings.

Undivided Attention

This 1:1 format ensures complete focus, guidance, and hands‑on support throughout your training. If more than one person from the same organisation wishes to attend, tailored arrangements can be made.

National Recognition

As a TripAdvisor People’s Choice Award Winner (2024 & 2025), I offer a gold‑standard student experience.

Tailored to You

Every student arrives with different goals and backgrounds. The two training days can be adapted to your individual needs — the outline below is a guide.

 

Who This Specialist Memorial Training Is For

  • Midwives, neonatal and palliative care teams

  • Hospice and bereavement professionals

  • Funeral directors and arrangers

  • Artists transitioning into memorial casting

  • Individuals supporting families after loss

Whether you are new to memorial work or expanding your professional services, this training provides the confidence, clarity, and emotional grounding needed to work with care and precision.

 

Training Overview

Day 1 – Baby Casting Foundations (£600 per person)

A gentle introduction to the skills required for infant memorial casting, taught with sensitivity and calm guidance.

You will learn:

  • Safe handling and soothing casting techniques

  • Understanding materials on delicate skin

  • Creating accurate impressions with minimal disturbance

  • Demoulding, refining, sanding, and finishing

  • Framing and presentation

  • Sensitive communication with families

  • Troubleshooting common issues

  • Hands‑on practice with a live baby model

 

Day 2 – Adult & Memorial Casting (£600 per person)

A focused day dedicated to adult memorial work, including urgent and end‑of‑life situations.

You will learn:

  • Adult hand casting (single hands and handclasps)

  • Creating freestanding adult pieces

  • Working in hospices, hospitals, and funeral homes

  • Material selection based on timeframes and conditions

  • Adapting techniques for different ages and mobility levels

  • Managing larger volumes of materials

  • Working calmly and efficiently when time is limited

  • Professional standards for memorial and end‑of‑life care

  • Realistic scenarios and troubleshooting

 

Troubleshooting Mastery – Plaster & Alginate

Memorial work often requires adapting gently and quickly. You will learn how to resolve:

Alginate Issues

  • Premature setting

  • Air pockets and surface bubbles

  • Water temperature and mix ratios

  • Working efficiently in urgent situations

  • Adjusting technique for babies vs adults

Plaster/Stone Issues

  • Correct mixing for strength and detail

  • Preventing cracks, weak points, and flaking

  • Pouring methods for clean results

  • Managing larger volumes for adult casts

  • Ensuring casts cure correctly in varied environments

 

Learning Outcomes

By the end of Day 1 you will be able to:

  • Safely cast a baby’s hand or foot

  • Produce a clean, well‑finished framed piece

  • Communicate gently and sensitively with families

  • Troubleshoot infant‑specific challenges

By the end of Day 2 you will be able to:

  • Create adult handclasps and single‑hand casts

  • Work confidently in clinical and memorial settings

  • Adapt your technique for urgent or time‑sensitive situations

  • Produce freestanding adult pieces

  • Manage larger quantities of materials with confidence

 

Professional Standards & Ethics

You will learn how to:

  • Maintain dignity and respect in every interaction

  • Navigate sensitive environments with professionalism

  • Support families with calm, clear communication

  • Understand boundaries and protocols in clinical settings

This training emphasises compassion as much as technique.

 

Business Support for Memorial Casting Professionals

Guidance is available on:

  • Pricing and service structure

  • Communication and client care

  • Introducing memorial casting into your existing role

  • Working with funeral directors, hospices, and hospitals

 

Investment & Booking

  • £600 per person, per day (includes all premium materials)

  • 50% deposit required to secure your date

  • Balance due one week before training

  • Dates arranged individually for a quiet, focused learning environment

  • International students welcome — travel guidance provided

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this training suitable for beginners?

Memorial casting is a meaningful and delicate service. If you are new to casting, I’m very happy to guide you through a gentle, personalised pathway so you can learn at a pace that feels right for you.

Do you provide ongoing support?

Yes. Every student receives my private contact details for continued mentorship. When you are out in the field and need guidance, I am here to support you.

Will I receive a supplier list?

Yes. You will be given a verified list of specialist, clinical‑grade materials so you can replicate results immediately.

 

Reserve Your Award‑Winning 1:1 Memorial Training

Reserve Your Award-Winning 1:1 Memorial Training – Start Your Specialist Journey

📞 07738 165146
📧 info@precious-memories.co.uk

Price : £600 PER DAY                                        (Discount for small groups)
Duration : ONE, or TWO DAYS
Included : MODELS, FULL TRAINING, 
Take Away : SAMPLES, COMPREHENSIVE NOTES & VIDEOS, SUPPLIERS LIST WITH EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS, CERTIFICATE
Location : STUDIO IN POOLE, DORSET

Day 1 – Products you can learn to make on this memorial 3d casting course

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DAY 2 – PRODUCTS YOU CAN LAERN ON THIS 3D CASTING COURSE  

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Day 3 – Products you can learn to make on an advanced casting course

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