Recently I've started a couple of smaller pieces in red scopas wax. This one is built around a simple wire armature and is about 12" high. I like modelling directly in wax, it needs to be kept at the right temperature to handle and mold and it can be worked to quite a tight, smooth finish when cold. The Lizzie sculpture on my web-site was constructed this way and I love being able to polish the surface and actually 'finish' the work. I wasn't sure initially about doing smaller pieces as they can end up looking a bit like trinkets, so I'm striving for a more sculptural look - whatever that is.....
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