Production Process Explained

How your nut sculpture comes to life

Every sculpture I create is fully handcrafted. From the first idea to the final placement, I’ll guide you through the entire process. This way, you know exactly what to expect and you can already enjoy watching your artwork take shape.

1. Intake & Design — the beginning of your artwork

We start with a personal conversation where you share your vision.
Do you want a body cast or a special object?
We’ll discuss:

  • Style and size

  • Material (stainless steel or steel)

  • The location where the sculpture will be displayed

  • Optional crystals (color, quantity, type)

  • Budget and timeline

This can be done by phone or at your location.
If it’s a body sculpture, we’ll immediately schedule when and where I’ll make the cast.

2. Materials & Preparation — the foundation of quality

For every artwork, I carefully select the right materials.
The nuts are chosen based on size, weight, appearance, and material.
Want crystals? Together, we’ll select the most beautiful Preciosa crystals that match your style.

Body cast (if applicable)

For torsos, buttocks, back contours, or a pregnant belly, I make a plaster cast of your body.
This can be done at your home or at a location of your choice. I bring all the necessary materials and ensure a calm, comfortable environment. Comfort and privacy are always my top priorities. Only skin-friendly products are used. The session usually lasts about 30 minutes.

Next, I plan internally: how many nuts are needed, how many welding layers, the weight, structure, and the right finishing. Everything is carefully calculated so your sculpture turns out perfect.

3. Construction & Welding — where true craftsmanship begins

In my studio, your sculpture truly comes to life.
Nut by nut, I build the form: each nut is placed by hand, checked, adjusted, rotated, and only then permanently welded.

The construction happens in layers: first the rough base, then the recognizable contours, and finally the fine details that give the sculpture its unique appearance and character.

Depending on the design, I use TIG or MAG welding.

It’s an intensive and meticulous process, where your sculpture literally grows nut by nut, sometimes over days, sometimes over weeks.

4. Finishing & Base — bringing it all together

Once the shape is perfect, I start the finishing process:

  • Grinding and polishing

  • Refining details

  • Smoothing edges

  • Creating a skeleton if needed (for installation)

Crystals (optional)

Want sparkle? Preciosa crystals are applied one by one, subtle or glamorous, exactly how you want it.

Coating

For extra protection or a special finish, the sculpture can be painted or powder-coated.

Base choice

The base is usually chosen after the sculpture is completed, to ensure perfect proportion. Together we select the material so your sculpture achieves the look you envisioned.

5. Pricing — your artwork in numbers

Every torso I make is a fully handcrafted sculpture, including an oak base and professional finishing. Below are some common options to give you an idea:

  • Basic Stainless Steel Nuts Torso €2,500
    A beautiful torso hand-welded from stainless steel nuts. Includes:

    • Oak base

    • Casting at your location

  • Luxury Finished Stainless Steel Nuts Torso €3,500
    This luxury variant is inlaid by hand with Preciosa crystals for a sparkling, striking, and exclusive result. Includes:

    • Oak base

    • Casting at your location

    • Premium finishing with 144 Preciosa crystals

  • Custom Word & Logo Art from €250
    Think names, words, symbols, or company logos. Perfect as a unique gift, for branding, or as an artistic statement.

6. Inspection, Transport & Installation — the moment of delivery

Before your sculpture reaches you, I check:

  • Strength, stability, finish, balance, and any crystals

Transport

Depending on the size, the artwork is either delivered personally by me or transported via a specialized art-handling company.
Both options are safe, insured, and handled with care.

Installation

In most cases, I install the sculpture myself so it is positioned exactly as intended.

Delivery

You will receive:

  • A certificate of authenticity

  • Care instructions

  • And, of course… a sculpture that carries your story

Your sculpture is now ready to be admired, a unique object that will last a lifetime.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please get in touch.