Above are the most often used 3D modelling software. In another tutorial, I am going to demonstrate how to choose the right software. This is the digital model of the sculpture, which is for us to 3D print and cast bronze. The artist creates the digital model by 3D
steel, which features different mechanical property and application. In this post, we’d like to introduce the major difference, as well as the upsides and downsides of each option so you can make achieve the ideal artistic appearance for your sculpture project at minimal cost possible. Here are photos of sculptures named “infant heads” which are cast with these three alloys.
After data processing, we 3D print out the digital model. We choose the High Definition mode to make the surface of the sculpture smooth. Please note, even printing with the most advanced printer, the surface of the sculpture has to be sanded and smoothened. For some low end 3D printer, there will be lots of layered line left on the surface so you need to make sure to sand it completely. We suggest using very fine sand paper for sanding the 3D print. The sand paper we use #1000 and #2000. Step 3:
The right is aluminum casting. Aluminum casting is more and more employed nowadays to replace bronze for a couple of reasons.
Highly flexible for patina, finishing and texture treatment. Bronze can be used for both miniature and monument with different casting technique: lost wax casting and sand casting.
One of best upside of bronze is it can cast sculpture with the finest details and texture. Aluminum casting is becoming more and more popular for a couple of reason: 1) It is cheaper than bronze casting. 2) It is highly corrosion resistance. 3) It is lighter than bronze and aluminum, which make installation easier,
