https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/triptique/ 2025-07-01T12:01:43+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/DSC04820-scaled.jpg https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/memento-mei/ 2025-07-01T11:29:30+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/DSC04781-scaled.jpg Memento Mei A Medium sized /table top sculpture of a young man ( Young Buck) facing an African Male Kudu Buck as he departs from Africa in search of new opportunities. Inspired by my own son leaving Africa. https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/hand-tools/sculpting-wax/ 2024-04-01T13:26:51+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/orig-AlbanyThicket-22-70-scaled.jpg Sculpting Wax This wax is my own personal recipe and is made from micro-crystaline wax mixed with dry clay powder. Whereas Plastecine can become sticky and polymer clays are rather expensive , this wax has the consistency of plasticine with a dryer and firmer workability. Each piece that is cut or broken off from the block does need to be kneaded and wedged in your fingers in order to warm it up and make it pliable and consistent. I suggest having corn starch, (or Talcum powder) to get rid of stickiness and petrolium jelly (Vaseline) to smooth and soften, in order to achieve the required consistency whilst you work . You can also melt the wax , and stirring whilst it cools , you can get a very soft consistency with which to sculpt quickly, whilst it is still warm . The price is per single block of sculpting wax the image shows 2 blocks . https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/short-handled-hollowing-shaping-tool/ 2024-04-18T11:38:35+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DSC01750-scaled.jpg Short Handled Hollowing & Shaping Tool Sometimes you need to get into small awkward spaces to hollow and this is where a short handled tool comes in useful. Sitting comfortably in the palm of your hand you can swivel it around and get into corners whilst having maximum leverage. This tool is bound to become your favourite for its versatility and many sculpting applications.  Good for shaping ears and noses, lips and eyelids , this small but strong tool is a must in your toolbox. https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/hand-tools/circular-loop-tool/ 2024-04-01T12:12:47+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DSC01748-scaled.jpg Circular Loop Tool For  creating Eye Cavities and softened Hair Lines and rounded Shapes This is a useful tool for hollowing smaller areas and creating moulded softened edges The perfect round loop made from hardened round stainless steel wire will help create geometric curves  and soft hollows and patterns. It can also be used for neatening up rough areas on cheeks and chins and ears . https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/hand-tools/sharp-cutting-triangular-loop-tool/ 2024-04-18T11:39:38+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DSC01744-scaled.jpg Sharp Cutting triangular Loop Tool For Facets and sharp Edges  With this tool you can carve facets and create small planes and sharp edges in clay .  An essential tool for carving shadows into hair and creating hard edges and varied lines and creases. This tool sits comfortably in you hand and both edges are sharp . The loop blade is made from hardened stainless steel and should stay sharp , but can be sharened on a fine file or fine grinding stone. https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/hand-tools/45cm-figurative-wire-armature/ 2024-04-18T11:58:52+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/orig-AlbanyThicket-22-74-scaled.jpg 45cm Figurative Wire Armature What is an Armature? An armature is a structure that helps to support a sculpture from the inside. Mostly made from wire or welded mild steel it is made to carry the weight of the clay or wax that will be sculpted around it. In this case the soft aluminium wire allows for the sculptor to change their mind and adjust the pose as they work. It is really only suitable to add plasticine, or oil-based clay or polymer clays to this armature as they do not shrink and allow the sculptor time to add a lot of detail. This 45cm long Wire Structure is only 1/4 of an average human figure in length, but volumetrically it would read as 1/8 of the figure . https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/hand-tools/miniature-round-loop-tool/ 2024-03-31T19:36:45+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DSC01734-scaled.jpg Miniature Round Loop Tool For fine detail  This tool allows you to get right in there and create fine lines and remove tiny areas around the nose and eyes or between paws or nails. they are an essential part of any sculptor's kit and great for creating decorations in pottery. Made from annealed stainless steel  the loops should last a lot longer than the commercial sets you can find in shops. https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/hand-tools/miniature-triangular-loop-tool/ 2024-03-28T10:31:44+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DSC01731-2-scaled.jpg Miniature Triangular Loop Tool For fine detail  This tool allows you to get right in there and create fine lines and remove tiny areas around the nose and eyes or between paws or nails. they are an essential part of any sculptor's kit and great for creating decorations in pottery. Made from annealed stainless steel  the loops should last a lot longer than the commercial sets you can find in shops. https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/sculpture-aids/banding-wheels/30-cm-banding-wheel-for-sculpture-and-ceramics/ 2024-04-18T11:55:11+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/DSC01773-scaled.jpg 30cm banding wheel for sculpture and ceramics Our 30 cm Banding Wheel can hold up to 25 kg of weight and has a large surface for your tools and clay or wax to be close at hand. Uninterrupted Creativity Lightweight yet strong, our banding wheel is suitable for ceramics, sculpting, and pottery. It  is super sturdy and turns comfortably with enough friction not to turn involuntarily. Bring your  imagination to life, transforming lumps of clay into intricate or large artworks. With a wide area to work on, it holds your immediate tools and clay close at hand. The large ring also gives stability to large works of up to 25 kg in weight.  Versatile and Reliable Companion Whether you're a professional artist or an enthusiastic beginner, our 30 cm banding wheel should be the first tool you own. Its versatile design makes it suitable for all 3D applications from sculpting to scanning. The durable construction ensures long-lasting performance, supporting you through countless artistic endeavours. https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/art-works/small-bronzes/ariadne/ 2025-06-30T13:00:02+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/AW-Art-Minotaur-Ariadne-33-scaled.jpg This is a solid bronze, exquisitely sculpted original artwork of an imaginary female minotaur, which in greek mythology is called an 'Ariadne'. Kneeling in a contemplative pose she has the body of a young woman and the head of a calf. Created during our classes, Alice Walsh sculpted this sensitive piece which is only 6cm wide x 6cm deep x 10cm high and sits on a sandstone base which is 10cm wide x 7,5cm deep x 3,5 cm high. The whole sculpture weighs 1,2 kg and together with the base it is 13,5cm high x 7,5cm wide x 10cm deep. It has a black patina with hints of turquoise green and bronze. The edition size is only 18.  Alice  is a qualified fine artist and runs an illustration, animation and info graphic studio. You can view her work under www.fablestudio.co.za https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/hand-tools/long-handled-tool-with-offset-round-wire-loop/ 2024-03-25T12:38:34+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DSC01742-scaled.jpg https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/hand-tools/long-handled-tool-with-large-triangular-wire-loop/ 2024-04-18T11:27:26+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DSC01737-scaled.jpg https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/hand-tools/long-handled-hand-tool-with-large-half-round-wire-loop/ 2024-04-18T11:25:42+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DSC01740-scaled.jpg Long handled hand-tool with large half round wire loop For hollowing, shaping and smoothing larger clay sculptures Whole length: 22cm long I have always struggled with tools that are not strong enough to dig out hardened clay from a sculpture or to hollow large objects made from clay or wax. This hand-turned hardwood handle is shaped to allow for access into  difficult to reach areas, whilst providing a good grip and strong loop-to-handle attachment. Specifically designed  for  bulk removal of clay when hollowing your sculptures for firings, it is also suitable for soft shaping, smoothing and  texturing  with one smooth and one serrated edge.   All loops are imported from the USA and made from high grade tempered stainless steel. The handles are handmade from the hardest woods in South Africa by a highly skilled craftsman who also makes handcrafted pens. The loop is secured to the handle with a chemical anchor and with the right care, this tool should last you a lifetime.  https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/shop/sculpting-tools/sculpture-aids/figure-sculpting-kits/long-handled-serrated-round-digging-tools/ 2024-04-18T11:52:07+00:00 weekly 0.8 https://marinawalshdesigns.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/DSC01756-scaled.jpg External Armature Support  A Support that offers Versatility and Simplicity This simple, yet elegant external support is designed to hold a figurative wire armature between 20 cm and 40 cm in height. Made from mild steel welded to a metal base, it is a strong and versatile support that needs to be attached to any sturdy piece of wood ( not supplied) with 2 screws and washers that are supplied.  An old breadboard is the ideal piece of wood , and it has not been included in order to save on weight and delivery costs. There are two lock nuts and washers ( supplied) which will hold your armature securely in place, with the assistance of two pliers or spanners (not supplied). Please tighten very well before you start adding your clay .