As an artist who works three dimensions and often designs in CAD (Computer Aided Design), I was immediately fascinated by the opportunities afforded by 3D printing.
This new technology offers much promise for creating not only original art, such as my 5-1/2-foot-tall sculpture Epic Swoon, but also maquettes, or small models, to show patrons for commissions.
This article will tell you more about how I got involved in 3D printing and how it influences my artistic practice.
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Enjoy!
3D printing for art? Whodathunk …
Artist Kevin Caron shares why he thinks 3D printing for art is becoming more mainstream.
Tinkering and tweaking: 3D printers today
Artist Kevin Caron discusses the advancements & challenges presented by 3D printers.
Warts and all: 3D printing flaws part of the beauty
Artist Kevin Caron explains why the aberrations created when 3D printing can add to a sculpture’s beauty.
Metal or filament? 3D printing multiplies options
Artist Kevin Caron discusses creating sculptures in metal & 3D printed filaments
The right tool: 3D printing jewelry
Artist Kevin Caron explains why he uses an outside company to print his jewelry.
Bits and pieces: using 3D printing filament ends ….
Artist Kevin Caron discusses what to do with leftover 3D printing filament.
3D printing 2025
Artist Kevin Caron muses about what 3D printing will look like a decade from now.
Running hot and cold: controlling 3D printing temperature
Artist Kevin Caron shares how he is controlling the temperature on his 8-foot-tall 3D printer.
Burn notice – 3D printing nuances
Kevin Caron discusses temperature settings on the 3D printer.
The 3 Biggest Myths About 3D Printing
Kevin Caron busts myths about 3D printing.