TEACHER: CARLOS LISCHETTI
CARLOS LISCHETTI SUGAR ART (SPAIN)
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Location:
Private Workshop Area International Cake Show Australia Exhibition Hall 2, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) Merivale Street South Brisbane (Southbank) Qld 4101 Workshop Duration: 1 DAY Class Date: Friday 31st July, 2026 Time: 8.00am - 4.00pm Note: Class finish times are approximate. Experience Level: SUITABLE FOR ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS Price: $450 - ACADA Members $465 - General Public |
Bring the ultimate Space Ranger to life in sugar! Coinciding with the highly anticipated release of the new Toy Story movie in Australia, world-renowned sugar craft icon Carlos Lischetti is launching a brand-new, exclusive sugar modeling workshop at the International Cake Show Australia (ICSA).
This is an immersive, full-day, hands-on masterclass where you will learn the exact techniques needed to sculpt an incredibly detailed, gravity-defying Buzz Lightyear cake topper. Whether you are a beginner looking to take your first steps into sugarcraft or an experienced decorator wanting to achieve a flawless, professional finish, this workshop is designed to elevate your skillset.
What You Will Learn:
Under Carlos’s expert, step-by-step guidance, you will master the foundational and advanced elements of character modeling, including:
- Structural Engineering: How to map out internal support structures and skewers so your heavy character toppers stand perfectly straight without slumping.
- Character Proportions: Understanding how to build up the chunky, segmented blocks of Buzz’s classic Space Ranger suit.
- Advanced Facial Expressions: Learn the secrets to carving realistic facial features, modeling expressive eyes, raising eyebrows, and manipulating a structural smile.
- Intricate Detail Work: Techniques for cutting, layering, and clean-seaming multi-colored panels, buttons, wrist lasers, and specific chest insignias.
- Flawless Finishing Touches: How to use modeling tools, dry brushing with edible petal dusts for depth, and fine-line painting for animated precision.
Why You Shouldn't Miss This Class:
- Learn from a Legend: Carlos Lischetti is globally celebrated for his distinct, clean animation style that makes sugar paste look exactly like a 3D digital movie character. Opportunities to learn his secrets live in Australia are incredibly rare.
- All-Inclusive Hassle-Free Booking: We provide every single tool, ingredient, and piece of modeling equipment you need for the day. Just show up with an apron, your passion to learn and be ready to have a day full of fun!
- Value Bonus: Your workshop ticket automatically includes a FREE 3-Day Show Pass to the International Cake Show Australia (valued at $75)! You can explore the entire exhibition floor, watch live competitions, and shop from global vendors all weekend long.
- Take Home Your Own Masterpiece: At the end of the day, you will be given a secure presentation box to take home your very own handmade, jaw-dropping Buzz Lightyear topper to show off to friends, family, or clients!
⚠️ Hurry — Spots to this workshop are Strictly Limited!
This is the very first time this workshop has been released. Given the popularity of the Toy Story movie, and the huge trend in the cake decorating industry to specialise in lucrative childrens birthday cakes, we anticipate this workshop will sell out extremely quickly. Some of the workshops at International Cake Show Australia are already selling out. Because this is a brand-new, globally anticipated Toy Story class, seats are expected to fill fast.
Don’t let your sugar craft skills stay grounded. Book Your Carlos Lischetti Masterclass Spot Now and take your modeling skills to infinity and beyond!
About Your Teacher:
Carlos Lischetti is one of the world's premier sugar art masters. Originating from Argentina, Carlos started his journey baking and modeling with clay before translating those skills into world-class sugar craft. He has traveled the globe teaching sold-out masterclasses and is the author of the best-selling books Animation in Sugar and Animation in Sugar: Take 2. Carlos is revered for his precise, clean, geometric approach to figurine modeling, turning sugar paste into expressive, gravity-defying works of art.
Carlos Lischetti is a world-renown sugar artist known for his "animation in sugar" style, which bridges the gap between traditional sugarcraft and modern character design. His sugar modeling and wafer paper designs are instantly recognisable for their technical precision and unique style.
Early Roots: Carlos was born in Argentina, however currently lives in Spain. He commenced his career as a pastry chef, where he worked in world-acclaimed bakeries. He began his sugarcraft career more than 20 years ago.
The Lischetti Style: His signature aesthetic is a collaboration with his twin brother, Elio Lischetti, an animator and illustrator. Elio creates the sketches and Carlos "animates" them in sugar, resulting in figures with extraordinary movement, clean lines and expressive facial features.
Global Authority: He is the author of the best-selling books "Animation of Sugar" and "Animation of Sugar Take 2". He travels the world teaching at elite culinary schools and major international cake shows such as International Cake Show Australia, Squires Kitchen and Cake International.
Technical Expertise: While famous for figures, his work is rooted in mastering "botanical realism" and "Structure flow" - skills that translate perfectly to the delicate, translucent medium of wafer paper.
Carlos Lischetti is one of the world's premier sugar art masters. Originating from Argentina, Carlos started his journey baking and modeling with clay before translating those skills into world-class sugar craft. He has traveled the globe teaching sold-out masterclasses and is the author of the best-selling books Animation in Sugar and Animation in Sugar: Take 2. Carlos is revered for his precise, clean, geometric approach to figurine modeling, turning sugar paste into expressive, gravity-defying works of art.
Carlos Lischetti is a world-renown sugar artist known for his "animation in sugar" style, which bridges the gap between traditional sugarcraft and modern character design. His sugar modeling and wafer paper designs are instantly recognisable for their technical precision and unique style.
Early Roots: Carlos was born in Argentina, however currently lives in Spain. He commenced his career as a pastry chef, where he worked in world-acclaimed bakeries. He began his sugarcraft career more than 20 years ago.
The Lischetti Style: His signature aesthetic is a collaboration with his twin brother, Elio Lischetti, an animator and illustrator. Elio creates the sketches and Carlos "animates" them in sugar, resulting in figures with extraordinary movement, clean lines and expressive facial features.
Global Authority: He is the author of the best-selling books "Animation of Sugar" and "Animation of Sugar Take 2". He travels the world teaching at elite culinary schools and major international cake shows such as International Cake Show Australia, Squires Kitchen and Cake International.
Technical Expertise: While famous for figures, his work is rooted in mastering "botanical realism" and "Structure flow" - skills that translate perfectly to the delicate, translucent medium of wafer paper.
WORKSHOP FAQ
Limited Student Numbers & Class Timing:
This workshop has limited student numbers to ensure the very best tuition possible. The times given are guidelines. We understand all students work at different speeds, however in a workshop situation it's important you try to keep up. If you do, you'll go home with a finished project. If not, you will have learned the required skills and have some homework to complete. As with all workshops class times are approximate. We cannot guarantee all classes will finish on time.
What You'll Take Home:
At the end of your workshop we'll provide you with a box to safely transport your project home. Be super proud, we'd love to be there to see the expression on your friends' and family's faces. What you'll be making in this workshop is guaranteed to "WOW"!
Workshop Ticket Inclusions:
Your workshop ticket includes a 3 day International Cake Show Australia pass valued at $75.
You DO NOT need to buy a separate show entry ticket. Your workshop ticket gives you access to all areas of the show other than the paid areas such as workshops, mini classes, paid business training sessions and the Thursday night Sugar Artists, Sponsors & Vendors Cocktail Party. These are separate ticketed events.
Your workshop ticket includes express show entry, access to all stages, more than 100 free demonstrations, all the huge sugar features including the new walk 6m x 6m "Le Fete Fantastique" and "Florals & Fairies" global sugar artists features, the Battle of the Sugar Giants zone, the competition display, Wedding Cake Wars, the Superstar Stage and most importantly to the Shopping Zone.
Everything you need to complete your class is provided. All tools and equipment provided are for use during your workshop only. These can't be taken home. They need to be left at the end of your workshop, as they are needed for the following classes. If you wish to purchase any of the tools or equipment used, they will be available at various vendor stands at the show. Many of the vendors will be selling at highly discounted prices, so you'll be able to pick up lots of bargains. Your teacher will explain what you need and how you can improvise where possible, however they'll also tell you the best places to source any items you may need to purchase, if you want to recreate your project again at home.
What You Need to Bring:
You need to bring an apron, a bottle of water if needed, a light lunch and a smile. If you need to pick up a light lunch, tea or coffee, the cafe and coffee stand within the show will be open. Please note the venue have introduced new rules. Due to their food safety requirements we are unable to provide complimentary tea and coffee throughout the show.
Every workshop is packed full of invaluable skills, techniques and tips you'll use for many years to come, they're also lots of fun. Why not consider inviting your bestie to come share in your funfilled learning experience.
What if I book a class then see something else I prefer, can I transfer?
Yes of course you can, providing there are places available and your new class is of a similar value. If not you'll need to pay the difference. You are able to swap classes up until 14 days prior to the show.
What if I can't make it, or the class is cancelled, will I get a refund?
In the event there aren't sufficient student numbers to make the class economically viable, or the teacher is unable to make it due to being unwell we will provide you with as much notice as possible and provide you with the choice of an immediate 100% refund or option to transfer into another workshop, the choice is yours! In the event you aren't able to make it you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else. We begin preparations for the workshops months before the show, therefore refunds unfortuantely aren't available. If you need to transfer your ticket to someone else, please ensure you contact us to let us know, so we can welcome them.
This workshop has limited student numbers to ensure the very best tuition possible. The times given are guidelines. We understand all students work at different speeds, however in a workshop situation it's important you try to keep up. If you do, you'll go home with a finished project. If not, you will have learned the required skills and have some homework to complete. As with all workshops class times are approximate. We cannot guarantee all classes will finish on time.
What You'll Take Home:
At the end of your workshop we'll provide you with a box to safely transport your project home. Be super proud, we'd love to be there to see the expression on your friends' and family's faces. What you'll be making in this workshop is guaranteed to "WOW"!
Workshop Ticket Inclusions:
Your workshop ticket includes a 3 day International Cake Show Australia pass valued at $75.
You DO NOT need to buy a separate show entry ticket. Your workshop ticket gives you access to all areas of the show other than the paid areas such as workshops, mini classes, paid business training sessions and the Thursday night Sugar Artists, Sponsors & Vendors Cocktail Party. These are separate ticketed events.
Your workshop ticket includes express show entry, access to all stages, more than 100 free demonstrations, all the huge sugar features including the new walk 6m x 6m "Le Fete Fantastique" and "Florals & Fairies" global sugar artists features, the Battle of the Sugar Giants zone, the competition display, Wedding Cake Wars, the Superstar Stage and most importantly to the Shopping Zone.
Everything you need to complete your class is provided. All tools and equipment provided are for use during your workshop only. These can't be taken home. They need to be left at the end of your workshop, as they are needed for the following classes. If you wish to purchase any of the tools or equipment used, they will be available at various vendor stands at the show. Many of the vendors will be selling at highly discounted prices, so you'll be able to pick up lots of bargains. Your teacher will explain what you need and how you can improvise where possible, however they'll also tell you the best places to source any items you may need to purchase, if you want to recreate your project again at home.
What You Need to Bring:
You need to bring an apron, a bottle of water if needed, a light lunch and a smile. If you need to pick up a light lunch, tea or coffee, the cafe and coffee stand within the show will be open. Please note the venue have introduced new rules. Due to their food safety requirements we are unable to provide complimentary tea and coffee throughout the show.
Every workshop is packed full of invaluable skills, techniques and tips you'll use for many years to come, they're also lots of fun. Why not consider inviting your bestie to come share in your funfilled learning experience.
What if I book a class then see something else I prefer, can I transfer?
Yes of course you can, providing there are places available and your new class is of a similar value. If not you'll need to pay the difference. You are able to swap classes up until 14 days prior to the show.
What if I can't make it, or the class is cancelled, will I get a refund?
In the event there aren't sufficient student numbers to make the class economically viable, or the teacher is unable to make it due to being unwell we will provide you with as much notice as possible and provide you with the choice of an immediate 100% refund or option to transfer into another workshop, the choice is yours! In the event you aren't able to make it you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else. We begin preparations for the workshops months before the show, therefore refunds unfortuantely aren't available. If you need to transfer your ticket to someone else, please ensure you contact us to let us know, so we can welcome them.
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