Category: Education

Written by Daniel Mariotti Photos and Video by Daniel Mariotti Much of what happens when an original from an artist first enters the shop (aside from taking detailed photographs) is …

Written by Daniel Mariotti Photos and Video by Daniel Mariotti With the furnace off, pre-load the crucible with small scrap and returns. Then, ingots can be carefully added. Dropping heavy charge …

Written by Daniel Mariotti Photos by Daniel Mariotti How to prep a bronze for patina: *For any patina work you are doing, make sure the appropriate safety equipment, such as …

Written by Daniel Mariotti Photos and Graphics by Daniel Mariotti Caring for a sculpture is one of the most overlooked steps in owning it. When a patina is put on, …

Written by Daniel Mariotti A quick history of brass and bronze. The discovery of bronze dates back to about 3500 BC and the Sumerians. It is harder than pure iron …