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Metalwork process shots

Some progress photos showing the processes used in a few of my metalworks.
Pitch, this is used to support the metal when sculpting it. This photo was taken after I removed a mask I was working on.
Me softening the pitch to remove the mask so that it can be annealed for further sculpting.
The beginnings of a new mask sculpt.
Close up of sculpting with chasing tools.
Progress shots.
A mask that has been polished in preparation for silver plating.
Finished mask after silver plating.
Progress shots of an angel pendant piece. Australian Walnut wood that has been cut to shape with a jeweler's saw.
Cut out sterling silver angel shape with small gem setting soldered on.
Rivets soldered onto back of angel ready to attach the two pieces together.
Finished piece with small amethyst setting.
Metalwork process shots
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Metalwork process shots

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