Portrait of HRH Duke of Gloucester By Kate Newlyn

PORTRAIT OF H.R.H. THE DUKE OF GLOUCESTER

By Kate Newlyn

Assisted by Ian Shipton and Adam Rush



 

1) Measurements & photo session. 

 

 

 

2) Carving basic shape from polystyrene foam
     Applying a thick coat of PVA to the foam,
     Applying a 2nd coat, with added texture.
     Allowing to dry (approx. 48 hours)

 

                      

3) Cutting wax from block and applying to foam

 

 

4)  Basic shape, from eye only at this stage (no measurements)

 

5) Sculpting with reference to measurements at this point

 

 

 6) Sitting with subject to clarify details.

 

 

 

7) Completed wax sculpture. Medallion in pink wax.  Glasses made from copper wire.

    Ready for casting.