The artist first creates a 1/4 size clay sculpture, called a maquette. The maquette is then submitted to the client for approval of the artist's concept.
A life-size foam armature is created from a 3D scan of the maquette. The artist applies oil-based clay to the foam structure to create a detailed depiction of the subjects.
A foundry then creates the molds of individual sections of the life-size clay sculpture. Molten wax is then poured into each mold. The wax duplicates are removed from the molds and inspected.
A patina, final color, is created by heating the sculpture with a blow torch while applying a mixture of chemicals. The patina gives the sculpture the look of aged bronze.