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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!

photo with black background of plaster cast of the male face of Saint Andrew with long beard

Old Man with Beard Cast Giveaway!

By Kayla Fletcher

Boo! Can you identify these masks? In the spirit of the festivities of the season, we are doing a contest all week until Halloween! Every...

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Photo of a top down view of a person's head over a white desk with paints and the eye, ear, nose, and mouth of Michelangelo's David

Our Facebook Group and other resources!

By Lisa Benson

Heya! We have a few different resources to share with you today! First, we have been connecting more with all of you on Instagram recently, and...

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photo of white plaster cast sculpture of horse ecorche on gray background

Happy Birthday, Isidore Bonheur!

By Kayla Fletcher

Isidore was born on this day 193 years ago. He is recognized as one of the greatest animaliers in France during the 19th century...

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Photo of paintbrushes and plaster cast of foot in art studio

Setting up your Home Art Studio

By Robert Shure

First of all, we hope everyone is staying well and safe and finding ways to be inspired and find joy in these trying times. Many people...

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Photo of two plaster cast sculpture reliefs side by side showing a satyr, panther, satyr, and bacchante, on a black background

Moving Forward: The Bacchic Procession Relief Sculpture

By Kayla Fletcher

I recently did some research on our two reliefs pictured below, and it proved to be an exciting journey! I read articles, scoured museum websites,...

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photo of bedroom with gray matching bed, side tables with lamps, and bureau, floral bedding and curtains, oriental rug on wood floor, chandelier, and plaster cast relief sculpture of architectural scrollwork above bed

Modern Classic Interior Design

By Lisa Benson

One interior design style that we love for its versatility, simplicity, and roots in the traditional is the Modern Classic style. This look lands between...

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photo closeup of gray textured desktop with written letter, envelope, wooden-colored pen and pen cap, small square jar of ink, off-white small round plaster relief of Infant Bacchus, and top of bouquet of purple tulips lying on its side

Caproni Love Letters

By Kayla Malouin

We know you love art as much as we do, especially when you can enjoy it in your own home, studio, classroom, or office. This...

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photo of Caproni gallery with person's left hand holding David's Mouth plaster cast and drawing it with pencil in right hand and sketch book on table

Cast Drawings and Paintings of Our Sculptures

By Robert Shure

Be inspired! Here we gather drawings and paintings of Caproni statue casts that our fans have created. Whether you are taking a class or copying...

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photo of cabin with glass-door wall, table and chairs with hanging lamp above, wood stove, and Victory of Samothrace plaster cast sculpture in the corner on a table

Winter 2020 Featured Products for Decorating

By Kathleen Shure

Each season we’re showcasing about 12 to 18 pieces for interior decorating. We choose the products according to a theme, style, or aesthetic. This winter, we’re inspired by...

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