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Book Synopsis: A quiet country town nestled at the foot of Washington's Blue Mountains is the unlikely home of a world-class art organization, the Walla Walla Foundry. On one particular day, curious onlookers outside the unassuming building could have observed a crane lifting a woman's torso onto legs to form a giant urethane foam model, several stories tall, now ready to be molded and cast. Once inside, they might have watched expert workers pour glowing molten metal into a monument-sized plaster mold, weld architectural elements, perform wax tooling, or remove a rubber mold from a huge plaster model.
Internationally renowned artists such as Terry Allen, Robert Arneson, Deborah Butterfield, Jim Dine, and Tom Otterness have utilized the firm's services to create, produce, and install finished art pieces worldwide. With full color photography and informative text, Extending the Artist's Hand celebrates the collaboration between artist and technician, explores the fascinating journey of metal sculpture from initial concept to final installation, and documents the history and achievements of this extraordinary Eastern Washington enterprise.
Extending the Artist's Hand received a 2015 Idaho Book of the Year honorable mention from the Idaho Library Association, and the 2015 Dwight L. Smith Award from the Western History Association.
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Discover the captivating world of contemporary sculpture with Extending the Artist's Hand: Contemporary Sculpture from the Walla Walla Foundry. Immerse yourself in the fascinating journey of metal sculpture, from the initial concept to the final installation. This book showcases the extraordinary collaboration between talented artists and skilled technicians, resulting in breathtaking art pieces that have garnered international recognition.
Witness the meticulous process behind creating these masterpieces. Experience the thrill of witnessing a crane lifting a woman's torso onto legs, transforming it into a towering urethane foam model. Marvel at the expert workers pouring molten metal into a monument-sized plaster mold, skillfully wielding architectural elements, and skillfully performing wax tooling. Gain insight into the craftsmanship required to remove a rubber mold from a colossal plaster model.
Internationally renowned artists, including Terry Allen, Robert Arneson, Deborah Butterfield, Jim Dine, and Tom Otterness, have harnessed the Walla Walla Foundry's services to bring their artistic visions to life. With vivid full-color photography and informative text, Extending the Artist's Hand showcases the history and achievements of this extraordinary Eastern Washington enterprise. It is a celebration of artistry, innovation, and the boundless possibilities of metal sculpture.
Experience the wonder of Extending the Artist's Hand: Contemporary Sculpture from the Walla Walla Foundry. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of metal sculpture and be inspired by the remarkable collaboration between artist and technician. Get your hands on this magnificent book now and embark on a journey that will leave you in awe. Click here to order your copy today!
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