During this workshop I was building on the techniques previously learnt. I continued to construct the box by using the band saw and disk sander to refine the edges as well as using grits to smooth the form, moving from 80 to 120 to 240 using a hand sander.
I am pleased with the outcome of the surface I created by using this repetitive technique allowed me to get the best surface possible, creating a surface without marks.
To complete this form I have to apply a layer of sealant and wax to finish the surface to protect the wood from deteriorating.
During my metal indiction we were shown how to mould make using a blue solution called vinamould, this malleable material allows for use of hard non perishable items to be cast.
For this induction I decided to cast a tin can, to create the mould I had to roll out clay slabs and form them around the can ensuring the clay wall is supported. then to create the mould the oily solution was heated using microwaves to brake down the solid into a liquid allowing the solution to be poured around the tin.
I will definitely use this process in the future, as it allows for fine detail to be captured in the vianmould, allowing me to cast exact replicas of the original.
Other materials can be used as alternatives such as gelatine, the down side to using this is the material will slowly decompose and break down making in only usable one, where as the vinamould can be used multiple times.
Lara Hoad Artist Designer: Maker 