The process of turning a person to bronze!


Laser or strobe scanning for 3D rendering is a process used to create an accurate digital 3D model of a person. It captures the surface geometry and, in some cases, texture information by projecting light (laser or strobe flashes) onto the subject and analyzing how it reflects back.  We will send a 3d Capture team to you!




NEXT!   3D Printing or CNC Milling


  • The prepared digital file is used to create a physical master model:

  • For Small/Medium Sculptures: The model is 3D printed in plastic, resin, or wax.

  • For Large Sculptures: Sections are CNC-milled from foam or clay, then detailed by hand.

The master model is assembled, if in sections, and refined manually.


2. Mold Making

  • A flexible mold (usually silicone) is created around the master model.

  • A rigid support shell (plaster or fiberglass "mother mold") holds the silicone in place.

The master model is removed, leaving a cavity that exactly replicates the surface.

3. Wax Casting (Lost Wax Process)



  • The mold is filled with molten wax to create a hollow wax copy of the sculpture.

  • Wax thickness depends on final bronze thickness (typically ~3/16” to 1/4").

  • Wax details are touched up by artisans to match the original.


4. Investment and Burnout


  • Wax copies are coated with ceramic slurry to form a ceramic shell.

  • Once cured, the shell is heated in a kiln:

  • The wax melts and drains out — hence, "lost wax" process.

The shell hardens, ready to receive molten bronze.

5. Bronze Pouring



  • Bronze (usually silicon bronze for sculptures) is melted in a crucible to ~2,000°F.

  • Molten bronze is poured into the ceramic shell molds.

After cooling, the ceramic shell is broken away, revealing raw bronze castings.

6. Metal Chasing & Assembly



  • Bronze pieces are cleaned, weld seams hidden, and any surface imperfections removed.

  • For large sculptures, sections are welded together seamlessly.

  • Texture and details are restored where necessary using grinding and chasing tools.


7. Patination


  • Chemical patinas are applied to the bronze surface for desired color and finish.

  • The surface may be heated to accelerate and control the reaction.

  • Wax or lacquer is applied for protection.