A maquette sent to us by our client to use as a reference to make at 2m high
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06 Sept, 2023
What is a maquette? A maquette is a small, 3D model that sculptors use to plan out a larger work of art. It can be a rough model, a scale model, or even actual size.
How is a maquette used? A maquette helps sculptors visualize the overall form, plan proportions, and add details. It can also be used to work out technical requirements, pitch concepts to clients, or make mini versions of large sculptures.
What materials can be used to make a maquette? Maquettes can be made from a variety of materials, including clay, wax, plastilina, soft stone, or wood.
How to scale up a maquette? If a maquette is intended to be scaled up, it's important to create the model in the correct proportion.