Summary
For her project “Fossil,” artist Steph De Biasi needed a realistic 3D visualisation to support her submission to Sculpture by the Sea, an internationally renowned sculpture exhibit. The visualisation helped curators appreciate the scale, intricate craftsmanship, and environmental focus of her work.

Planning
“Fossil” was designed as a large-scale, eco-conscious piece made from over 2,000 recycled cat food tins connected with wire to form an organic structure. Steph’s goal was to illustrate both the artistic and environmental impact of using recycled materials. To capture this vision, we aimed to create a detailed 3D model that would showcase the sculpture’s unique textures, metallic sheen, and the intricacies of the tin-and-wire construction.

Process
Using Steph’s sketches and measurements, we built a 3D model that highlighted the interconnected tins and realistic textures. Lighting and angles were carefully chosen to mimic how the piece would look outdoors, as displayed at Sculpture by the Sea. We generated multiple views, including close-ups of the intricate connections and wide angles showing the sculpture’s imposing scale.

Outcome
The 3D visualisation played a key role in helping Steph De Biasi gain acceptance into the Sculpture by the Sea exhibit. The realistic render allowed curators to fully envision the piece’s artistic value and environmental message, increasing its appeal and setting the stage for “Fossil” to make a lasting impact on audiences.