Mold Making, Casting and Patina [Paperback]

Bruner F. Barrie (Author), Sue Avery (Editor), Barbara Johnson (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1992

An excellent beginner's book for those who want to make molds, and/or casts in plaster and rubber, but have no prior experience. Format designed to make the text easy to read with step-by-step instruction on all phases of the mold making, casting and patina process. First edition publication with 116 pages of instruction and over 200 photos and line drawings of specific methods and procedures for any mold making and casting project clearly showing everything needed to make exacting casts of original pieces of sculpture. The text also includes guidance in the repair of casts, as well as mounting for display, and the art of patina or coloring. Includes appendices on mixing procedures for plaster, troubleshooting, general information on gypsum products, enlarging, bronze casting. Charts on proportional requirements of materials, weights and measures, and a glossary of terms are also provided. Recommended for the novice sculptor, mold maker and caster.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Very clear and simple instructions. There are a multitude of pictures and line drawings with clear repetitive step-by-step instructions as though the author were working with you in your own home --N. Skoriak, United States

From the Author

I've written this book expressly for the beginner, novice, or everyday person who would like to make a simple basic mold and cast of his or her work. I've kept the information to a minimum so it can be easily followed. When I began as a sculptor mold making and casting were complicated, confusing and difficult processes to learn, particularly from a master who didn't want to teach. I remember this and so have written these instructions to be easily comprehended and followed.

I've incorporated line drawings with the primary text so the instructions will be easier to follow. And at the end of each chapter I've included a step-by-step pictorial so you won't have to flip back and forth to return to the basic procedures. I've tried to make these drawings as realistic as possible. I've used the same format within each chapter to more easily familiarize you with the tools, materials and procedures required for each process. Repetition is the key!

Mold making and casting will give you a great deal of pleasure and satisfaction...regardless of the outcome! I hope you experience the same joys I have over the years.

See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

• Paperback: 116 pages
• Publisher: A.B.F.S. Publishing; First edition (January 1, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0963186701
• ISBN-13: 978-0963186706
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #940,707 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

81 of 87 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Only for beginners, July 24, 2000

By 

Steven R. Schmidt - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mold Making, Casting and Patina (Paperback)

While I was able to glean some marginal information from the book, I found it totally unsuitable for an intermediate approach to lost wax casting. This is a great book for a housewife who wants to show her kids how to make relief sculture or simple plaster casts. If you want to find out about the intricacies of casting for bronzes, save your money; you won't find it here. "Moldmaking" describes waste molds and latex, "Casting" is in plaster, and "Patina" is only for gypsum products. I expected more from the title, and I was disappointed.

45 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful instruction book for a first time mold maker., October 22, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Mold Making, Casting and Patina (Paperback)

Very clear and simple instructions. Takes you step-by-step through several different basic mold making procedures, using simple latex molds and plaster casts. There are a multitude of pictures and line drawings with clear repetitive step-by-step instructions as though the author were working with you in your own home. It is a basic book and not so advanced as to confuse you. Great beginner book.

24 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars missed the mark, January 26, 2003

By 

michael joy (ChicagoMoldSchool.com) (Illinois United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mold Making, Casting and Patina (Paperback)

If you are already a technical person who is looking for more information...skip this book. Unfortuneatly it is vague and unhelpful. I say this technically speaking...if you are curious about the process and just want to pick up a bit of vocabulary.. have a look. They could have done a great job with this book... but once again the process falls flat. Don't let the cover fool you.