Blog

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!

Flutes, Heart Flutters, and Poetry

Flutes, Heart Flutters, and Poetry

By Robert Shure

It’s the time of year that if you squint,And tilt your head, you may catch a glimpse… Of Cupids Dancing, five in a row,Flutes and garlands held in...

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photo of plaster cast of female hand on low curved panel on wood floor

Some handy recommendations for you

By Kayla Malouin

We did an experiment recently. When we started typing the phrase "why are hands" into a web search the first thing that came up was...

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Caproni Collection gallery view

Same classic pieces, brand new year

By Lisa Benson

Happy New Year! Whatever time zone you're in, it's 2018 by now. The years can go by but the beauty of timeless art always remains....

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Robert, Lisa, Kayla, and Kathleen in a row in the gallery holding their favorite small casts

Thank you for a great 2017!

By Kathleen Shure

Wow, just wow. It has been an incredible year thanks to all of you. We want to say thank you and Happy Holidays to each and every one of...

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Photo of several Caproni casts displayed together on a table with lit candles

See what we're gathering at the gallery

By Kayla Malouin

It’s that time of year when you’re picking out thoughtful gifts for everyone special in your life. Our Holiday Packages – available until December 4th – offer a unique combination...

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"The David in the Hall"

"The David in the Hall"

By Kayla Malouin

Have you been to the Cast Courts in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London? They’re some of our favorite spaces to visit. Since the popularity of displaying casts...

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Photo of plaster cast of human skull on black background

In touch with art

By Lisa Benson

Ever bring a child to a museum? Their first instinct is to want to touch the art; it’s oh-so-tempting even for adults. I have a secret: I touch art all the...

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It may not be 1492…

It may not be 1492…

By Kathleen Shure

...but Columbus is still making waves! Recently, in parts of North and South America it was Columbus Day, a holiday that celebrates the Italian explorer Christopher...

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Photo of Lisa in the gallery with the Dying Lioness sculpture

It’s what’s above the couch that matters

By Lisa Benson

Do you remember the couch in your childhood home? I do. It was a rusty brown, had two cushions and tall arms. I’m sure my...

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