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welded metal sculpture.

Large welded metal bust sculpture process.

4/28/2017

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Here is a brief slideshow of some images of how i create a large welded metal sculpture.
     I first chose an illustration i could enlarge and transfer to my work table.
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     I then bend metal pieces to conform to the drawing and construct a 3D metal framework of the face and head. The structure shows the basic planes of the head that i use as a reference when adding metal to construct a face. My armature is the framework that i built from the drawing. this I use as a guide when starting to sculpt a large metal face. I have attached the armature to a stable steel base that is a good working height. later on in the sculpting process when the new sculpted form has enough strength to stand on its own, i remove the under-structure or armature and set aside for another time.
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    In the two images above you can see the armature with just a small amount of material on the nose.
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The sculpture is starting to take shape.
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On the top left the armature has been pulled out.
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Now for some buffalo horns and feather head-dress and off to the sculpture park.
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