Bas-Relief:
A top-of-the-line reproduction, our sculptors use photographs to model a dimensional, low
relief clay sculpture of the subject.
Once the clay sculpture is approved, a sand mold is made and a cast metal version is
produced. The cast bas-relief is hand-finished and mechanically attached to the
background.
While most commonly associated with portraits, bas-reliefs are particularly effective for
depicting buildings, historical vignettes and many logos.
Bas-reliefs are suitable for interior or exterior applications.
Flat Relief:
An economical alternative to a bas-relief, this method begins with a black & white
rendering of the subject. Once approved, a photopolymer pattern is produced. A raised
image, two-level metal casting is manufactured and applied to the cast plaque.
Flat relief portraits are suitable for exterior and interior applications.
Etched Photo:
This process utilizes a halftone dot pattern acid-etched on .100" thick bronze plate. The
etched, recessed dots are infilled with black to contrast with the satin-finished
background.
The best photographs for etched portraits have high contrast tones with bright white
areas, dense black areas, and minimal grey tones. Photos that are monotone or have
muted colors will produce poor halftone etchings. Etched portraits are recommended for
interior use only.
Metal Photo:
Metalphoto uses a photosensitive aluminum sheet, available in either satin aluminum or
gold-tone aluminum. The sheet is exposed using a film negative made from a photograph
using a UV light source. The copy (or image) is produced in a permanent black image on
the plate.
Metalphoto is recommended when the only art available is extremely detailed or the image
itself does not have a lot of contrast (old photos, for example). This method can be used
in interior and exterior applications.
Portraits of people, places or events may be incorporated onto plaques using a variety of
techniques. The best method depends upon many factors, including the artwork
available, the final appearance, the installation and location and budget. All portraits
require a customer-provided photograph of the subject.
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