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Are you looking for inspiration? For more information about a cast? The blog contains posts about casts and artists as well as posts about our history, philosophy, and news!

Introducing a bust of Rosa Parks!

Introducing a bust of Rosa Parks!

By Lisa Benson

In recognition of Black History month, we wanted to share a new addition to our collection: an original sculpture bust of Rosa Parks!    ...

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An interesting bit of sculpture trivia

An interesting bit of sculpture trivia

By Lisa Benson

GUEST POST BY MICHAEL FLETCHER Have you ever gazed upon a sculpture - say, a bust such as our Alexander Hamilton Reduction  - and admired...

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photo of plaster cast sculpture of male figure, namely Saint George, standing in armor and resting shield in front, on dark gray background

Sometime in 1386... Donatello Was Born!

By Lisa Benson

Did you know that “Donatello” was actually the nickname given to the famous sculptor by family and friends? His full name was, in fact, Donato...

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graphic with antique, green Caproni catalog and gold, white, and purple presents on a wood table

Sale! Give One, Get One!

By Kayla Fletcher

In the spirit of gift-giving, we are offering a double discount to everyone! You can buy a piece as a gift, and then treat yourself...

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So you want to learn to draw?

So you want to learn to draw?

By Kathleen Shure

So you’ve bought a few casts, sharpened your pencils, but aren’t sure where to go from here. Or maybe you studied cast drawing years ago...

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Photo of white plaster cast sculpture bust of Frederick Douglass with beard and in suit coat with toga over one shoulder and a green book stacked atop a red book beside it on dark gray background

"How I Looked in the World": Introducing the Bust of Frederick Douglass

By Kayla Fletcher

To close out Black History Month, we have a special announcement. We have added to our historic collection the bust of human rights advocate Frederick Douglass sculpted...

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Photo of plaster cast of Doryphoros Head with a sketch pad and pencil to the front left side on a black background

New Casts for Drawing!

By Kayla Fletcher

Today we are adding eight new pieces, and they're all perfect for drawing! Below you'll see our new selection of busts and masks! We're always looking...

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photo of gold, white, and purple presents on a wood table

Gift cards have arrived!

By Lisa Benson

We may not be your usual stocking stuffer, but this December isn’t your usual holiday season. We now offer gift cards in denominations from $25...

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Photo of plaster cast sculpture of flayed male torso and a sculpting tool on a gray surface in front of a black background

Male, Anatomical Cast Giveaway!

By Kayla Fletcher

It’s not November, but Movember! We were looking around the gallery recently and noticed that we have many mustaches! Can you guess which sculpture is...

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