A treat to work from a live model

Heidi Maiers · 07-01-2004, 02:15 PM

Now that I would like to see. Do you have any information on where one might find that documentary?

I guess I never did answer your question about demographics. I would say that most of the orders I get are of a person's dog (living or deceased), their child, a deceased or living parent, or grandparent. Every once in a while, someone wants a bust made of themselves. One musician fellow ordered a bust of himself and then his wife. He then later commissioned a bust of his favorite pianist. All I had to work from was a very old newspaper clipping in which he wore thick black glasses (which I included). I made the base in the shape of a grand piano in black walnut with an inlay of white maple for the keys. He was tickled pink with that one.

Another fellow was a retired war vet and ordered a bust to be mounted on his headstone that was already waiting for him in a cemetery. Another client wanted a portrait of himself and his wife to be made so that he could give copies to each of his 6 children. Another was a college student who wanted a bust made of his deceased grandfather. I'm sure like you, people come to me with a variety of requests to fit their particular desires and what is meaningful to them.

Heidi Maiers · 08-17-2004, 03:48 PM

Thought I would sneak this in here as a follow up. This is the final result of "Flora - Goddess of Flowers". Fired and coated with bronze and patina on a curly maple base.

Patricia Joyce · 08-18-2004, 10:09 AM

Wow! Georgious! I would love to see this in person . . .

Richard Huante · 08-18-2004, 11:37 AM

Wow, what a beautiful piece, Heidi. The patina finish works well with your choice of base. I really enjoy viewing your sculpture work.

Denise Hall · 08-18-2004, 08:57 PM

I think the color is beautiful and this turned out very sensitively done - the expression is wonderful. Also - a great photo of it!

Congratulations,

Denise

Heidi Maiers · 08-19-2004, 10:53 AM

Thanks Denise, Richard, and Patricia
If you ever do any work in ceramic, bronze, aluminum, cement, plaster, or just about any other medium really, there are some great patina products available at:

http://www.sculptnouveau.com/

The Ron Young line of patinas offers a wide range of products including metallic coatings, acid washes, colored dyes, and colored waxes that can be used in combination to make infinite variations of finishes. I have a great time experimenting with them.