The making of my bronze fish spouts! Physical labor, skill and some bravery (or craziness?) is required. Thanks @greenfoundry ! #bronzesculpture #bronzefoundry #animalsculpture #fishart
Here’s one reason why bronze sculptures are pricey. You need a crew of skilled people- who are@willing to work with molten metal- to make your pieces. This is just one step of a process. Next up, take a hammer to the molds to break out the bronzes. #bronzesculpture #bronzefoundry #greenfoundry #fishart #waterspouts
Here’s the next stage in turning my ceramic fish heads into bronze water spouts. The wax mold is encased in this frit. (This step takes 2 weeks!). Next up— casting! Then there will be more… welding the fins on and applying the patina. So complicated. Thankfully, @greenfoundry knows what they’re doing so this newbie can make this art!! #bronzesculpture #fishart #greenfoundry #waterspouts
Pouring a large bust. Pouring temperature 2050f.
Minimal gates. Pour cup and relief riser only.
Approximately 120 lb in 13 seconds ish. Standard pour rate of 10 lb per second.
