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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE on AUGUST 19, 2010
Introduction to Wax Carving
with Josh Murray
This week The Gnomon Workshop announces the release of Introduction to Wax Carving with Josh Murray. This title breaks from the traditional clay sculpture titles, to introduce you the art of carving a working master in wax. In this DVD, Josh uses both modern and traditional techniques to develop a low-relief wax master, commonly used for casting jewelry and sculptures. Josh utilizes subtractive methods to accurately carve out detail, then, uses an additive method build up new elements on his master. Using his extensive experience, Josh also discusses the utilization of the tools he uses in his workflow, including common hand and power tools. This title will expose sculptors of all levels to a new set of techniques for working with a classic, yet flexible, medium like wax.
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DVD Description:
In this DVD Josh takes you step-by-step through the sculpting process of carving wax to produce a working master. Wax masters are used in the casting process for sculptures and jewelry making, and in this lecture, Josh carves a low-relief belt buckle that he later has cast in silver. Using a modern version of this traditional medium and utilizing the subtractive techniques of traditional carving can be a powerful tool for maximizing accuracy and efficiency. Using common hand and power tools Josh demonstrates simple relief carving from the rough cut-out to identifying low points, shaping, beveling and adding wax to create new elements to your sculpture. This DVD is a useful fundamental process for sculptors of all levels.
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Instructor Bio:
Using diverse mediums Josh Murray has proven to be an accomplished sculptor; his work with wax, clay, foam, wood and metal has shaped his career over the last fifteen years. Josh currently splits his time between his custom jewelry business and his work as a member of the Motion Picture And Television Sculptors Union, Local 755. He has worked on films such as Transformers 2, GI Joe, Hancock and Land of The Lost. Josh has also spent time sculpting for Disney’s amusement parks as well as working on a three year project building small scale models and statues for Aiins World. He has been doing freelance work with special effects and entertainment construction companies for most of his career. Josh’s ability to show incredible detail in each piece of Jewelry he creates is what makes him and his style unique. |
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