Process

A quick sketch is made of the idea followed by a final refined drawing.

The next step is to slide the finished drawing under a plate of plexi-glass and begin building up layers of clay.

Further along in the sculpting with more attention being given to the highs and lows that depict foreshortening.

A batch of Hydrostone is prepared and poured over the finished image. This will cure and become a rigid mold.

The mold forms a negative image of the original sculpture.

Carefully lifting the cast out of the mold.

The final cast in low relief. The next step is to apply color if desired, but plain white is good too.

Once the casting is made a waterbased paint is used as a background and handmade papers are added as a collage.

Continuing to add papers for texture and a sense of movement

Finishing touches are made, including painting and detailed collage.