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BRONZE FOUNDRY
We continue our report from 7/30/08 on work in the Bronze Foundry. After the melted bronze is poured into the snap-flask molds, it takes only minutes to cool back to its solid state. At this point, the bells are 'broken' out of their sand molds, gi... |
Aug 1, 2008 |
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BRONZE FOUNDRY
This continues our report from 7/28/08 on the foundry bell creations ... Once the stylus tools have been used to mark designs into the sand, the cope and drag sand blocks are put back together. Now, negative space exists where the aluminum pattern... |
Jul 30, 2008 |
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BRONZE FOUNDRY
Crafting the bronze wind bells is a labor intensive process. Presently the Foundry Apse is workspace for about five artists who shape the sand molds and pour the molten liquid metal to cast Soleri Original bells. Over the next few postings, we wi... |
Jul 28, 2008 |
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SOLERI BELL ASSEMBLY -LIGHTING FIXTURE
Foundry Manager, Jim Hornberger puts the finishing touches on a Special Assembly bronze chandelier. The piece, prepared for a client based in Los Angeles, originates from the foundry at Cosanti, where it was likely poured and assembled in the late 1... |
Jan 16, 2008 |
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FOX 10 NEWS AT ARCOSANTI
On Thursday, 2/22/07, Fox 10 News, KSAZ PHOENIX, visited Arcosanti and broadcast a good five minute segment about the project during their morning news. [Photo & text: sa] Part of this was a life sequence filmed in the Foundry during a bron... |
Feb 23, 2007 |
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CHRISTMAS PARTY
Staff and volunteers gathered for the annual Christmas party this Wednesday evening at 5:30 pm in the Cafe. The party started with a potluck of hours d'oeuvres and a great selection of dessert. The most outstanding dessert was a large gingerbread co... |
Dec 15, 2006 |
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HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
The Second Annual Arcosanti Holiday Open House took place on Saturday, December 9th! Hundreds attended from neighboring communities. [from upper left] Murray Natkie (AIS member) gives a presentation in the Gallery before taking one of the large ... |
Dec 13, 2006 |
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THANKSGIVING DAY
To continue the Thanksgiving report: [from upper left] A lively crowd enjoyed an enourmous and delicious collection of dishes and desserts. Paolo Soleri was toasted with a big Thank You for the idea and realization of Arcosanti. A large group of Arc... |
Nov 27, 2006 |
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AUGUST 27. 2006 WORKSHOP - GRADUATION
Congratulations to the August 27. 2006 workshop participants upon their graduation. [from upper left] Jim Keeny continues as a volunteer part-time in Soleri Archives and part-time in guest services, Callie Russell, Mario Nuzzolese continues his int... |
Oct 4, 2006 |
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HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE & BELL SALE
The first annual Holiday Open House and Bell sale was a very successful event. [Photo & Text: sa] Part of complementary tours was a detailed demonstration of bell molding with a dramatic bronze pour in the foundry. Many Arcosanti residences w... |
Dec 13, 2005 |
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HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE & BELL SALE
The visitors center prepares for a busy Saturday. Mrs. Santa Claus, gallery employee Lisan Hughes-Sawyer. [Photo & text: sa] Cosanti foundry produced a beautiful selection of bronze tiles with burnish or patina finish. [Photo & text: sa] ... |
Dec 9, 2005 |
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HUTH FAMILY - TWINS
The last photos on Ivy and Fletcher Huth were posted in this location on 7/22/05. [Photo: Huth Family & text: sa] Kelli Huth is one of two Workshop coordinators. Jim Huth manages the Arcosanti Bronze Foundry. [Photo: Huth Family & text: sa] |
Nov 21, 2005 |
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BRONZE FOUNDRY - APPRENTICE FOR SPECIAL ASSEMBLY
Chieko Shimizu is serving an apprenticeship in the bronze foundry. She graduated with a Bachelor Degree of Fine Arts in Metal Craft from the Tama Art University in Tokyo. [Photo: Yuki Yanagimoto & text: sa] This is a special training program w... |
Nov 7, 2005 |
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FOUNDRY ACCESS RAMP
Our last report on a series of improvements at the Bronze Foundry was posted on 1/3/05. We reported the installation of a winged shade frame. The second tarp has been installed into the frame. [Photo & text: sa] The last part of a new access ... |
Apr 18, 2005 |
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LANDSCAPE PROJECT PREPARATION
Landscape crew Krystofer Lanceaux, February workshop participant Masahiro Kawabata and Construction volunteer Mika Kawai dig the ground in preparation for widening of the pathway between the foundry apartment and the west housing. [Photo & text: Yuk... |
Mar 11, 2005 |
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RESIDENTS - BABY SHOWER
Workshop coordinator Kelli Huth and foundry manager Jim Huth are expecting twins. The Arcosanti residents got together for a baby shower to congratulate the new parents on their soon to arrive little family members, a boy and a girl. [Photo:Yuki Ya... |
Feb 16, 2005 |
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SOLERI BELL ASSEMBLY
Cosanti Originals manager Chris Ohlinger and crew installed a new bell assembly in the Cafe. [Photo & text: sa] The crew is made up by Public Relations Charlie Provine, maintenance crew member Mark Baris, AIS volunteer Saravanan Mahalingam an... |
Feb 11, 2005 |
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FOUNDRY SHADE
We reported on 12/27 on installation of the new shade structure in the Foundry apse [Photo & text: sa] The second half of the winged frame is in place. The actual shade can be attached to the frame when needed. It's still raining. [Photo & te... |
Jan 3, 2005 |
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FOUNDRY SHADE
FOUNDRY SHADE On 10/15 we reported a new shade structure for the Foundry. The second part of that is now in the process of installation. [Photo & text: sa] Two separate wings will be connected on one side to the ceiling of the apse. [Photo ... |
Dec 27, 2004 |
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FOUNDRY EXTENSION
The old concrete truck still works, currently maintenained by long-time resident Dave Tollas. [Photo: Yuki Yanagimoto & text: sa] During this pour the new ramp up to the foundry is extended. Delivery of bronze ingots will be able to unload righ... |
Dec 10, 2004 |