Sculpture Techniques

Carving is the process of removing material from a solid block to create a sculpture.

Casting is the process of pouring molten metal into a mold to create a sculpture.

Modeling is the process of creating a sculpture by building up layers of material.

Assemblage is the process of creating a sculpture by combining different materials or objects.

Direct carving is the technique of using a chisel and hammer to carve a sculpture directly from a block of material.

Indirect carving is the technique of using a mold to create a sculpture.

Modeling is the technique of using clay or wax to create a sculpture.

Assemblage is the technique of using found objects to create a sculpture.

Welding is the technique of using a blowtorch to melt and shape metal.

Laser cutting is the technique of using a laser to cut or engrave a sculpture.

3D printing is the technique of using a 3D printer to create a sculpture.

Computer-aided design (CAD) is the technique of using a computer to design and create a sculpture.

CNC machining is the technique of using a CNC machine to cut or engrave a sculpture.

Robot-assisted sculpture is the technique of using a robot to create a sculpture.

Mixed media sculpture is the technique of using a combination of traditional and modern techniques to create a sculpture.