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Bronze Portraits ›› Q & A
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How long does it take? Richard tries to keep the labour of the sitter to a minimum, and hopes to gather all the information needed in a few hours. This eliminates the need for repeat visits where long distances are involved. The clay head is then carved and modelled over a period of around 2 weeks. When complete, it is confirmed with the client, and transported to the foundry. The foundry process is very time consuming and can take 2-3 months to complete. |
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Do you travel to the client's home? Richard prefers to work from his studio, but if required, will travel. |
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How much does it cost? Fees are a combination of variable costs depending on the size and complexity of the commission. They are made up of the artist’s fee for creating the head, two or three return visits to the foundry, the manufacture of a complex silicone mould, all stages of the lost wax process and foundry work, including the casting, patination and mounting, also, VAT and gallery commission where applicable. Accurate quotes can only be given after consultation with the client, the foundry, and whether travel costs are involved, but prices start at £1950. |
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Do I have to pay all at once? No - payments are made in stages, one third to start, one third after the clay head has been confirmed, and the final third upon collection. |
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The clay heads are very lifelike, are they a detailed life cast of the sitter? No – the heads are carved from clay using Richard’s own methods which includes complex measurements and photography. All sculptors develop their own style, technique and finish |
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