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by Tuck Langland (Author) "A lot of people seem to think that the only requirements for becoming a sculptor are a wooden board, some wire, a little soft clay,..." (more)
Key Phrases: plaster piece mold, horizontal nipple, sprue system, Classic Clay, Further Reading, Yellow Pages (more...)
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Going beyond theory straight to hands-on practice, this studio workbook is devoted to the creation of a large, realistic bronze figure, from initial studies through the complex processes of enlarging, modeling, molding, casting, and finishing. First the book deals with preparing the clay, building the armature, developing the figure study, and enlarging it. Then casting is explored, plaster waste, flexible molds, systems of lost-wax casting, metal chasing, welding, mounting, and patinas. Tips on the maintenance and restoration of bronze sculpture are included.

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Tuck Langland, professor of sculpture at Indiana University, has exhibited widely and earned numerous awards and commissions for his work on five continents. He lives in Granger, Indiana.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 208 pages
  • Publisher: Watson-Guptill (November 1, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0823006387
  • ISBN-13: 978-0823006380
  • Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.3 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #237,664 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars From Clay to Bronze--A Review, March 22, 2002
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The author is a talented sculptor in his own right. The book he has written provides a basic, overall picture of what it takes to get from a wax original to a finished, mounted bronze. Having owned and operated a commercial bronze art foundry many years ago with which I also cast my own pieces, I am painfully aware that, in the process addressed by this guide, at least 75% of the physical work in producing a bronze sculpture occurs within the confines of the foundry (the 'dirty work' as one reviewer called it). This is as good a basic guide as I have seen and would heartily recommend it to any sculptor who has never been directly involved in casting their own work (probably 95% of all such artists) and would like to start or to one who is thinking of beginning sculpting and wants a generalization of what to expect.

A list of suppliers is provided and their literature/catalogs should be required reading for anyone who desires to seriously pursue the production aspects. An area that was covered, but sparingly so, was that of patinas. This is a complicated subject matter that must be studied and practiced extensively before approaching (with due vigilance paid to personal/personnel safety).

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have studio resource!, January 11, 2002
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I am a sculptor, well versed in bronze work and I love this book! Langland has written an emminently useful studio guide for sculptors interested in bronze casting. Whether you are experienced or a pure novice you will find useful information and handy hints, right from the most base material useage through to advice on setting up a studio of whatever calibre. The only thing that I feel might have been overlooked is information on how to tackle the irksome troubles of "drawback" where the bronze cools unevenly and pulls away from the mould. None-the-less, if you're looking for a comprehensive resource, this is it! (I should know, I've read a lot of these)So, buy it! Do it now!
p.s. A supurb comliment to this book is "Patinas for Silicone Bronze" by P. Kipper
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, an outstanding book for sculptors, January 26, 2003
First off, buy this book. I borrowed it from a friend and then ordered it promptly. I read every book that comes out that includes fabrication and mold making. This was a well organized, visually helpful and well written. The information in the book is solid...useful for students and those who have already logged a lot of bronze time. There is always room for improvements, but this book really holds its own. Hats off to all who worked on it. This one will be around for a long time.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Witty, relevant, and an excellent resource!
I have been sculpting only a short time. This book has become a great resource for me to consider having some of my work bronzed. Read more
Published 11 months ago by J. J. Marino

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth it's weight in Bronze, no joke!
I have owned this book since 2001, and still find myself referencing it for additional insight and techniques. Read more
Published on March 12, 2007 by Gregory Reade

5.0 out of 5 stars A book packed with useful methods and advice for sculptors
I have sculpted for the past 15 or twenty years and bought this book specifically for the page that dealt with plaster piece molds. Read more
Published on March 8, 2007 by David Kasman

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
This book covers so many aspects of sculpture from start to finish. You are never left with unanswered questions or uncertainty to any of the processes. Read more
Published on March 18, 2006 by A. Frederick

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent buy
really good technical manual for the whole sculptural process, and clearly and simply written and illustrated. I would certainly recommend this book.
Published on September 26, 2005 by S. Irene Wilcocks

5.0 out of 5 stars A Brief Review of "From Clay to Bronze"
I have been sculpting in bronze for nearly twenty years. Had I owned a copy of Tuck Langland's book when I started out, the quality of my bronzes would have taken a quantum leap,... Read more
Published on May 23, 2004 by Rich Scott

5.0 out of 5 stars Tuck is awesome!
This is a great overview of the whole bronze casting process. If I was teaching an sculpture class, I would use this book. Read more
Published on April 18, 2003 by Jennifer Flygare

5.0 out of 5 stars Great review of sculpturing
A very practical view of the processes involved in sculpture making.
The book is filled with practical tips and technical references. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great review of sculpturing
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5.0 out of 5 stars OUTSTANDING
This is an excellent practical step-by-step guide to the process of modelling clay and producing the final bronze work! Read more
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