The Madonna of Zwolle / De Madonna van Zwolle

Or how to make a beautifully shaped female figure from steel.

Forging a female figure is more challenging than forging a male figure. Male figures tend to be more angular, which makes them easier to fold.

In female portraits, the chest and buttocks are the characteristic landmarks. The designer should pay extra attention to this. Chest and buttocks should be positioned symmetrically.

To investigate how you can best make your workpiece, the tip is to first form what you want to make from modeling wax. Learn how the material moves upon the impact of the blow. Kees uses the black version wax for is forging simulation. Plastiline is a good alternative.

Working in different temperatures depending on how easily you want to use the plasticity of the metal is important, not so much the number of heats.

If you are a starter or professional and would like to know more about Kees' work or take a course with him, you can contact him via https://beatlifeintoyourforging.com/

Kees took us step by step through his making techniques. A clear, passionate presentation with interesting examples in video and photo.

Kees found 13 very engaged listeners from 8 countries, with whom he shared his experiences and answered just as many questions.

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