Patterns almost ready for the foundry

The polystyrene patterns for 'Stepping Stones' are almost complete. Following a studio visit from our Milton Keynes Council clients we will now put the finishing touches to the three pieces and deliver them to the foundry for casting in the next fortnight.

Installation of the Durham Time Line

On Tuesday May 24th work began on the installation of the Time Line which has been in storage since delivery in February.

Preparing the site.

Lifting gear.

Manoeuvring No.11 into place..... just 31 more to go!

Further down the line....

Thursday 26th May approximately a quarter of the Time Line is down in its final position.

Progression of the Pebbles

Once the blocks of polystyrene have been cut down and a rough shape has been cut, work can begin refining the form.

Using a surform to refine the shape.

Sanding using various grades of sand paper to smooth the surface.

Work Begins

Beginning work on the polystyrene patterns for the Wolverton Mill Play Area pieces.

The sound on these little videos is quite harsh so if you are in a room with others I recommend adjusting the volume on your computer.

Final Designs and Maquettes

Final designs were presented to the client on Wednesday May 4th.

We have now been given the go-ahead to begin fabrication.

Scale drawings.

Overall lay out.

Bench.

Scale models/maquettes

Mill Race

Use Stepping Stones Where The River Runs Slow

Use A Mill Wheel Where The River Runs Fast

We intend to create a series of sculptural interventions to compliment the experience of the play area. A series of giant 'stepping stones' drawing on the heritage of Wolverton Mill and the River Ouse. These pieces will be cast in cast-iron.

The 'stepping stones' can be used to play on, play around or simply sit upon.

The 'stepping stones' could be seen to represent a continuity of life stages - childhood - youth - adulthood.

We are currently working on designs which we hope to complete by the end of April.

Watermarks paving patterns

The work produced at the workshops has now been composed into nine 450mm x 450mm squares.

These will be cast in cast-iron to create a paved entrance feature for the play area.