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David Smus Seminar

On Saturday, June 23, 2001, Maine Sculptor and Carver, David Smus, presented a full-day seminar on his creation of limited edition bronze sculptures. After a brief talk about sculpture, composition, and materials, we saw a slide show which showed the entire process involved in his creation of a sculpture, from armature to final application of patina on the finished bronze. We were fascinated! Following a break for lunch we all got to work on our own clay sculptures, learning about armature building, tools and different types of clay. The results were wonderful...take a look at the pictures below. We all learned a lot....and had a great time, too!!!
Thanks, Dave!!!

	One of David's clay studies.
Dave demonstrates the "lost wax" method of bronze casting.

	Dave's sculpture entitled, "Exile".
Great job, Ned!
	Ed Beach scroll saws some wood pieces for the armature.
Jim Wade gets some pointers from Dave.
	Ed and Fred busy at work.
Fred and his clay dog!
	George puts the finishing touches on.
Dick Baldwin seems pleased with his sculpture.
	Alice at work!
Barbara checks out her playful otter and baby!
	The look of concentration on "Scotty's" face!