The art of sculpture has evolved over centuries, becoming a means of expressing emotions and important moments. At Capa Esculturas, we offer the possibility of creating custom sculptures that reflect the identity of each client. In this article, we explain how to turn an idea into a unique work, from design to delivery and installation of sculptures anywhere in the world.
What is a Custom Sculpture?
A custom sculpture is a piece created according to the specific needs and wishes of the client. It can be a commemorative work, an abstract representation or a modern design for interior or exterior decoration.
Unlike conventional sculptures, the process of creating custom sculptures involves close collaboration between the client and the sculptor to ensure that every detail is as imagined. The adaptability in terms of sculpting materials, size and finishes makes each piece unique and unrepeatable.
The Creative Process: From Idea to Reality
At Capa Esculturas, we have a structured creative process to turn ideas into exceptional sculptures. This process includes several key phases which we explain below:
1. Kick-Off Meeting and Concept Definition
The first step is to meet with the client to learn about their expectations, objectives and specific details about the sculpture. During this meeting, the style of the work (realistic, abstract or figurative), the size and the materials to be used, such as bronze, stainless steel or brass, among others, are decided. Defining these aspects is essential to ensure that the sculpture design is consistent with the client’s vision.
2. Design and Preliminary Sketches
Once the concept is established, the sculpting team begins work on preliminary sketches. These can be hand drawings or 3D designs. In addition, if the client already has a 3D model or a clay model, we perform a 3D scan to digitize it. This 3D model allows us to create precise molds that facilitate the casting process for custom sculptures.
3. Creation of the Model
The next step is to create a final scale model for casting (sand or lost wax). This phase is crucial to ensure that every detail is faithfully reproduced in the final material. Esta fase es crucial para garantizar que todos los detalles se reproduzcan fielmente en el material final.
4. Foundry
After finishing the model, we begin the casting process. In the case of lost wax casting, we start from a wax model, taken from the mold previously made, reflecting all the texture and details of the original work. If it is a large work, sand casting would be carried out starting from a model prepared for this technique.
5. Finishes
After casting, the final finish will be applied to the selected material. Depending on the type of casting material, we can apply different finishes: patina, satin, sandblasting, different polishes, polishing, among others.
6. Delivery and Installation
The last step is the delivery and installation of sculptures. At Capa Esculturas, we offer a complete transport and installation service, both nationally and internationally. Whether it is large format sculptures or indoor sculptures, we ensure that each work arrives in perfect condition and ready for installation.
Why Opt for a Custom Sculpture?
Custom sculptures offer numerous advantages. In addition to being unique and unrepeatable works, they reflect the personality and style of the author. Whether to decorate an indoor or outdoor space or to commemorate a special event, at Capa Esculturas we tailor each design to meet the desires of our clients.
We have a team specialized in 3D design for sculptures and traditional bronze casting techniques, which allows us to create high quality indoor and outdoor custom sculptures.
Materials Used in Custom Sculptures
Material is one of the most important decisions in creating a custom sculpture. In Capa Esculturas, we work with a wide variety of materials, but to achieve a greater durability in the work done, we recommend mainly these materials:
Bronze: Bronze is the most common material for outdoor sculptures because of its strength and durability (over 3,000 years). It lends itself to a wide variety of finishes.
Brass: Like bronze, it stands out for its resistance, durability and variety of finishes. The main difference with bronze is the golden color of this material, which is often used as a final finish.
Stainless steel: Like bronze and brass, stainless steel has great strength and durability. Although it cannot be patinated, at Capa Esculturas we have developed several processes to achieve unique finishes on this material.
Conclusion
Creating a custom sculpture at Capa Esculturas is a process in which every detail is taken care of. From the first meeting to the delivery and installation of sculptures, our goal is to exceed the client’s expectations and turn their vision into a tangible reality.
If you are interested in learning more about how to create a custom sculpture, feel free to contact us. Let’s transform together your idea into a unique and meaningful work of art.
