The Last Bacchanal - 2019
This frame was created over a two year period in-between working on other projects.
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Oil based clay was used to sculpt this frame.
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Small beads were added one at a time to the sculpture to create a background texture.
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A wall was created around the sculpture before filling it with silicone rubber to create the mold.
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Resin was used to fill the mold to create the frame.
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Many smaller moulds were created to make all the elements.
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Oil paints were used to create an ivory effect finish.
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I ended up creating a second frame with a mirror in it.. The first had a painting in it.
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The Last Bacchanal is a short film made over a 2 year period depicting the creative process. Original music was created for the film by Tim Bruzon - For inquiries contact via - https://timbruzon.com
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