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Metal Shrinkage – from Original to Bronze
It’s important for artists to understand that transforming their work into bronze, a sculpture’s size shrinks. When an original bronze is made, the lost-wax casting
Stand x Bollinger Atelier
BARBARA GRYGUTIS – 5 SUFFRAGETTES (LEXINGTON) Through her work as an artist, Barbara Grygutis has created public spaces that enhance the built environment, enable civic
Understanding the Use of Sealants and Mold Releases
Much of what happens when an original from an artist first enters the shop (aside from taking detailed photographs) is to assess the best way
How to Charge a Crucible
With the furnace off, pre-load the crucible with small scrap and returns. Then, ingots can be carefully added. Dropping heavy charge materials into an empty crucible
Prepping Bronze for Patina
How to prep a bronze for patina: *For any patina work you are doing, make sure the appropriate safety equipment, such as gloves, safety glasses,
Taun Olson x Bollinger Atelier
“THE THING THAT DROVE MY SOUL WAS A NEED TO EXPRESS MYSELF IN SOMETHING THAT LASTED.” -Taun Olson As we meet with Taun Olsen today