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texture and form

texture and form
A selection of work dedicated to chasing nature
2"x2"
3" x 3"
 
PROCESS
 
The initial form was shaped by hydraulic press, then set in pitch (black) to build up the the low relief.
 
Repoussé and chasing the front and reverse sides,working in tandem to define the form.
The metal must be annealed and treated in an acid bath to maintain malleability.
Final details before refining the edges and patina.
3" x 3".
3" x 3/4".
texture and form
 
broach, 
2" x 2", copper in black patina.
 
octopus pendant,
3" x 3", copper in black patina.

solid pendant, 
3" x 3/4", copper in brown patina.
 
Material
Copper sheet (20-24 gague), hammers, punches.
 
Techniques
Chasing, cold-connection, patina, repoussé. 
 
 
New project coming soon!
texture and form
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texture and form

A selection of work in the past semester exploring the malleable nature of metal, stretching and compressing it to create intricate texture and s Read More

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