Have just returned from visiting a small foundry in Staplehurst called Barrett and Jarvis. Very interesting! I took the small wax sculptures that I made last week and am hoping that they will give me a good price for casting the one with the matchsticks inside in bronze.
It was all fascinating. They explained the lost wax casting method and showed me the ropes. Incredibly friendly and they answered all my questions.
I had a very good day at college yesterday. The computer suite was free and the printer was working – hooray! I got plenty of research done for the dissertation. The subject matter has changed for the essay and I am now looking into art and science. Much more fitting for my practice.
I was told yesterday that King’s College Hospital are interested in hanging three of my wax bowls in their show. They already have three acrylic images hanging in the neurology department. Its very encouraging to know that people are interested in what is being made.
I am delighted that Degrees Unedited has chosen one of my images to head up their Facebook page! Take a look.
Must get back to my shed – work beckons!
