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Wednesday, June 19, 2019

The Way That Amazing Wood And Metal Sculptures Are Created

By Ann Harris


The methods used to create a sculpture is something that amazes most people. The way they are made helps them last for hundreds of years in many cases. The majority of people do not understand what it takes to make these creations. The way that amazing wood and metal sculptures are made will baffle the minds of many who enjoy seeing them on display. The methods are centuries old and haven't changed much over time. This is also considered one of the oldest crafts in history.

Carving wood takes time and patience and special skills. The artist has to select the best wood for what they are going to create. The tools also come in varying sizes to help them shape them properly. Harder woods last longer but are much more difficult to work with. The softer woods are easier to manipulate but do not last as long. Being susceptible to weather and bugs, they are often displayed inside to help protect them.

There are many different types of tools for this work. Chisels, carving knives, and gouges are all used in this process. There are many different sizes and they produce fine lines and rough edges depending on the tool chosen. It is easy to make a mistake so the process is slow and cumbersome to ensure that the final piece is great quality.

The first step the woodworker will make is picking which type of wood they want to use. Once they pick it, they will begin by using the larger tools, cutting away until a shape begins to form. With each step, they will select smaller gouges and tools to make finer lines and shapes. In the end, they will use the sandpaper to create a nice finish to the piece.

Metalworking is much different from the woodworking method. This history is not as long as those of the woodworking styles, but it does go back centuries as well. There are several techniques used today. In the past, the method included making a mold from wax that could be melted away after an external shell of terracotta was created. This hasn't changed much in modern times with a small exception.

Wax, rubber molding, and ceramic are all used to help create the original object. Many will use clay to form the first version. Then using the rubber molding they will create another version. Wax is poured into the rubber molding and then worked on again by the artist to make it perfect. The ceramic outer coating is then created and the wax melts away in the process. Finally, the metal is poured into the ceramic mold and hardened. The ceramic is broken and the final object is again worked on by the artist to make it the perfect version.

The first form is made from different materials. Wood may be used, but more often than not, they use a big block of clay. Once the original is made, they then pour rubberized molding over it to make a negative imprint. They then pour the wax into this and adjust it to make it exactly like the original. A ceramic outer shell is created and hardened. The hardening process melts the wax mold. The final step is pouring the metal of choice into the ceramic mold and letting it cool. The ceramic will be smashed off the metal and fine tuning will commence so the end piece is as perfect as the original clay formation.

Art has a history that goes back to prehistoric periods. Modern art has not changed much is how it is created. Most of the sculptures that are around and on display in museums go back centuries and honor religious figures, leaders, and some may be on display in homes.




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