Did I dream this? I am trying to find an article I thought I saw on MetaFilter, but perhaps I read it elsewhere. [more inside]
posted by prefpara on Oct 29, 2009 - 5 answers

Looking for a picture/drawing of a bear statue from behind (possibly facing forward) - from what I recall, it looked like a chainsaw-cut carving of a brown or black bear out of a tree. Could be B&W lineart of one and I recall the grooves of the "fur flaps" being very deep but symmetrical - not rough-cut and not rounded. Thinking of using it along with a drawn "cub" of similar look & feel for a tattoo. [more inside]
posted by bkdelong on Sep 1, 2009 - 1 answer

WoodworkingFilter-- I need a basic list of wood sculpting tools [more inside]
posted by nax on Aug 31, 2009 - 7 answers

Is there such a thing as a face-mounted doweling jig? [more inside]
posted by gilgamix on Jul 16, 2009 - 6 answers

What's the story behind the (contemporary) sculptures scattered in and around the Forum in Rome? [more inside]
posted by acidic on Jul 15, 2009 - 2 answers

Your suggestions for lighting the top of a 50 ft. sculpture being displayed at our state fair? [more inside]
posted by siclik on May 20, 2009 - 11 answers

Sculptor / artist who creates lifelike horror / alien scenes? [more inside]
posted by FuckingAwesome on May 19, 2009 - 4 answers

I'm looking for examples of public art exhibitions in New York City that were covered, removed, or otherwise vanished, due to critical response or other factors. (For example, Eric Fischl's Tumbling Woman.) [more inside]
posted by hermitosis on Apr 28, 2009 - 9 answers

I'm looking for a cool trophy to recognize someone's contributions to a techy volunteer organization. [more inside]
posted by olinerd on Apr 8, 2009 - 3 answers

Tibetan art filter: what are these sculptures holding in their hands? [more inside]
posted by Mender on Jan 27, 2009 - 6 answers

Northern Chicago Suburbs filter: I'm trying to find info about a group of mechanical sculptures which were once installed at Mount Prospect Plaza. They were there around the mid 80's to early 90's. [more inside]
posted by Reverend John on Jan 21, 2009 - 5 answers

Are there any good blogs or other online resources that deal with street art that's specifically NOT graffiti ? [more inside]
posted by jmnugent on Jan 2, 2009 - 7 answers

I'm looking for a gift that is somehow tree related. This hasn't been an easy search. Help! [more inside]
posted by wrinkle on Dec 16, 2008 - 14 answers

Can you identify the artist of this sculpture? (From somewhere around Monterey, California) [more inside]
posted by wavejumper on Nov 16, 2008 - 1 answer

Where can I find locations to buy wood or stone from foreign countries, things not naturally available in the US [more inside]
posted by Mesach on Oct 22, 2008 - 10 answers

I'm looking for back story on a somewhat disturbing photograph which was circulating around the internet around 10-15 years ago. Trouble is, I no longer have a copy of the file, and can't find it. [more inside]
posted by sergeant sandwich on Aug 26, 2008 - 8 answers

I am trying to recreate some intricate wood molding on a piece of furniture. I have a mirrored piece to cast from, but dont know what to cast it with. [more inside]
posted by elationfoundation on Aug 24, 2008 - 3 answers

Has there been any critical recognition of the similarity of the sculptures of Jachin and Boaz from Matthew Barney's Cremaster 3 to important helical structures (the DNA helix and the alpha helix) from molecular biology? [more inside]
posted by mr_roboto on Apr 19, 2008 - 6 answers

Name that contemporary artist: magazine photos recreated in huge sculptures. [more inside]
posted by creeky on Apr 13, 2008 - 5 answers

My friend and I saw this lovely carved-wood head with a crown (picture) at the American Museum of Natural History in the hall of African artifacts. Now we're curious about it and its European-looking crown. Why did people make this? [more inside]
posted by dreamyshade on Jan 27, 2008 - 10 answers

What is the name of the man in this photograph? [more inside]
posted by carsonb on Dec 20, 2007 - 3 answers

My wife recently sold an art piece and is having trouble figuring out how to ship it. It's four rectangular panels with dried leaves sticking out perpendicular in narrow rows. The leaves, while fairly sturdy, are thin enough that they need to be suspended without anything touching the tops of them to prevent them from being smashed. Pictures are here and here and here. Each of the four panels is 4"x24" with the leaves about 4" high. The border of each panel is 1/4" deep and 1/8" wide. We've considered carving out styrofoam, but the narrowness of the border dissallows that. The only solution we've been able to come up with is to wood-glue some more of the panel material into slots for the panels to slide into, but we're not sure if that is the best option here. Any ideas, websites, suggestions or insights would be very, very much appreciated!
posted by phixed on Nov 2, 2007 - 27 answers

There is an artist that does these weird, hyper realistic sculptures of human-animal-monsters and I can't remember the name... [more inside]
posted by BigBrownBear on Oct 21, 2007 - 5 answers

I'm trying to waterproof tiny objects made out of air-drying craft porcelain, but I've had little success. Suggestions for a translucent waterproofing material, or, perhaps, an alternate sculpting material? [more inside]
posted by nobody on Oct 9, 2007 - 14 answers

What is happening in Foley Square, Manhattan (the asphalt "park" near the courthouses)? First, there were lots of small brightly-colored rabbits. [more inside]
posted by Mavri on Aug 9, 2007 - 8 answers

What's this public art/sculpture in NYC? It is plastic and shiny and is located just outside Central Park, across the street from the Apple store on 5th (or it least it was on Dec 31st when I took the picture).
posted by mikepop on Jan 8, 2007 - 3 answers

I'd like to learn to sculpt. Where should I start? [more inside]
posted by agropyron on Jan 4, 2007 - 11 answers

I'd like to do a body cast, but I don't want to "break" the bank. Is there really a difference between regular old plaster of paris and cheesecloth and medical plaster strips?
posted by DenOfSizer on Oct 10, 2006 - 6 answers

How to Invoice? Particularly for a physical product that may change structure as part of construction. Yes, there is [more inside]
posted by schwap23 on Jun 1, 2006 - 9 answers

How do I get started in constructing ferrocement sculptures? [more inside]
posted by the cuban on May 21, 2006 - 3 answers

In Fors Clavigera, Letter V. (written in 1871), John Ruskin posts the following description of a piece of Victorian sculpture (which he goes on to castigate): [more inside]
posted by PinkStainlessTail on Apr 10, 2006 - 8 answers

I love these retro assemblages. Is it plausible to create small metal assemblage sculptures using nothing but patience and industrial epoxy? and if so,

• What epoxies would you recommend?
• Are there sites that cheerfully discuss this sort of industrial craftiness? Thanks!

posted by craniac on Apr 7, 2006 - 19 answers

Casting (molding?) a solid object in silicone or similar... [more inside]
posted by bradn on Mar 28, 2006 - 6 answers

I was in Nuremburg, Germany a few years ago and saw a bizarre piece of public art that puzzled me and the Internets has let me down. It is a giant rabid looking rat-like creature (made of copper?) that appears to be going on a rampage. It was located prominently near a castle in the walled city. Can anybody tell me what this horrific sculpture is all about?
posted by punkfloyd on Feb 9, 2006 - 8 answers

I need help identifying an obscure, ancient-looking sculpture. A picture of it appears pinned to the inside of a door in a photo of Jim Morrison holding a gas mask. Here is the photo of Jim My interest is in the photo over his left shoulder. Try not to be distracted by the one over his right shoulder. If you crop out the item and turn it right-side up, you get this. So, all you classical history buffs, recognize the statue?? [more inside]
posted by swlabr on Jan 27, 2006 - 10 answers

Name that Russian (Soviet) Sculptor, please. [more inside]
posted by cardboard on Nov 20, 2005 - 3 answers

Looking for the name of the sculptor who made 2 kinetic pieces that used to be in (I think 2) areas at Logan Airport. Maybe United Airlines area? Balls 2 or 3 " in diameter rolled along troughs, tripped levers, were carried up escalators, etc. etc. Haven't seen them in years , but I would love more information about them and him.
posted by judybxxx on May 19, 2005 - 16 answers

How does this work? [more inside]
posted by ~rschram on Mar 10, 2005 - 15 answers

I am in search of a good sealer for a wood carving that was done with very porous wood. Before it is waxed I want to seal it. It is hard to find a good site for wood sculptor's
posted by lag on Jan 15, 2005 - 5 answers

I remember a post on Mefi within the last 18 months about an artist who paints giant three dimensional words over otherwise bland nature scenes, as though the words were giant sculptures in the middle of the wild. Now I've forgotten his name, and can't seem to find the link... can anyone tell me the name of this artist?
posted by jonson on Jan 9, 2005 - 3 answers

I would like to start doing some messy art: oil painting and maybe some metal sculpture. But my NYC apartment doesn't have any space for this. I was wondering if there are any studios in New York City (or Brooklyn) that one can rent (or share) by the hour. I won't be using it enough to rent the space for long periods. I might use it once a week. I might go a month without using it. The perfect place for me would be reasonably priced and stocked with basic equipment, i.e. easles. If there isn't a place like this, someone should start one. Not a bad business model for luring wanabe artists.
posted by grumblebee on Jul 18, 2004 - 4 answers