Fire to Form: A Collection of Small Cast Talismans

Location

Old Dominion University, Learning Commons at Perry Library, East Foyer

Start Date

4-8-2017 8:30 AM

End Date

4-8-2017 10:00 AM

Description

I am presenting a collection of small cast talismans. My personal objectives were to create a body of work utilizing my wax sculpting skills. I wanted to create sculptural pieces that resembled ancient relics. To achieve this, various alloys were used for each statue: aluminum, brass (reclaimed), ancient, pink and white bronzes and shibuichi. The model for each piece was carved and molded from red foundry wax and a custom blend of various waxes. For these pieces I used the lost wax process with the pour method. I also experimented with sand casting. The models were ready made, and a few were carved and molded in Styrofoam. The Styrofoam sand molds resulted in a defined texture with tiny recesses. I learned how to map out sprue systems to increase my chances of success. I gained knowledge of casting temperatures for multiple types of metal. I discovered a new process-- sand casting--and strengthened my modeling skills. My results have encouraged my continued research in casting metal jewelry and sculptures.

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Fire to Form: A Collection of Small Cast Talismans

Old Dominion University, Learning Commons at Perry Library, East Foyer

I am presenting a collection of small cast talismans. My personal objectives were to create a body of work utilizing my wax sculpting skills. I wanted to create sculptural pieces that resembled ancient relics. To achieve this, various alloys were used for each statue: aluminum, brass (reclaimed), ancient, pink and white bronzes and shibuichi. The model for each piece was carved and molded from red foundry wax and a custom blend of various waxes. For these pieces I used the lost wax process with the pour method. I also experimented with sand casting. The models were ready made, and a few were carved and molded in Styrofoam. The Styrofoam sand molds resulted in a defined texture with tiny recesses. I learned how to map out sprue systems to increase my chances of success. I gained knowledge of casting temperatures for multiple types of metal. I discovered a new process-- sand casting--and strengthened my modeling skills. My results have encouraged my continued research in casting metal jewelry and sculptures.