Creating a 3D resin shape with etching inside

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    • February 26, 2019 at 12:07 am #32954
      Viviana
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      Hi all,
      I’m trying to create an effect where there is an etched silhouette in the center of a 3D epoxy resin cast, like this:
      https://serenesforest.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/warriors-dragonstone-crystal.jpg

      I am not sure how to achieve this look. I considered making the two halves separately and laser etching one half and somehow sticking the two halves together, but I don’t believe epoxy resin can/should be laser etched. (Also, not sure how I would stick the halves together). Perhaps create a separate casting of the silhouette shape and float it in the 3D cast? Please let me know if you guys have any ideas 🙂

    • February 26, 2019 at 12:14 am #32955
      Viviana
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      A follow-up question:

      If I pour epoxy resin into a mold half way, let it cure, and finish the pour later to fill the mold, will the seam line be visible in the final product? Thanks!

    • February 26, 2019 at 11:38 am #33030
      Katherine Swift
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      Yes, I would create a casting of the skull, then cast it in the 3D gem. I have never tried etching resin, but I worry it may melt.

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