Masterpiece Relief for the Blind
Masterpiecerelief.org
Presenting out first media presentation as captured by NBC News.
Texas State Fair – 2024
Come visit Masterpiece Releif for the Blind exibit in the 2024 Texas State Fair in Dallas, home town of Thomas Bustos.
Vision
The vision of Masterpiece Relief is to become a National and International travelling exhibition for the Visually Impaired and all art enthusiasts to enjoy the 3D creation of popular masterpieces.
Mission
The organization is dedicated to providing access to masterpiece works of tactile art through a variety of mediums, including relief impressions, to allow individuals with visual impairments to experience, engage with, and include art in their lives. Our mission is to educate and empower the blind by fostering access to art and promoting inclusive learning experiences.
Benefits
Using tectile 3D individuals will gain a sense of details, facial expression and a perception of the backgrounds.
-
-
-
- Depth
- Perception
- Size
- Details of clothing
- Facial expression
-
-
Masterpiece Artworks
Artwork Selection
To select the most famous recognizable artwork available, excluding those with nudity or of religious nature.
Drawing
Thomas begins the procedure by producing a drawing scaled to make the touch and feel comfortable.
Sculpture
A detailed relief scupture is painstakingly created in clay.
Rubber Mold & Plaster
Next a rubber mold is created, and a plaster piece is formed. This validates the detail of the art piece, and any imperfections are caught and rectified in the sculpture process.
Bronze Artwork
Once the plaster piece is satisfactory, the mold is sent to the foundry for casting,
Bronze Patina
Chemicals and heat are applied to areas of the sculpture to create colors and enhance the artwork.
Artwork Below :
Artwork Pieces shown at various different stages going form drawing to bronze.
Mona lisa Bronze
Mona Lisa in Bronze
The “Mona Lisa” is an iconic portrait painted by the Italian Renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci around 1503-1506. This masterpiece features a woman with an enigmatic smile and captivating gaze, set against a distant landscape. The painting’s meticulous attention to detail, delicate blending of colors, and the subject’s intriguing expression have made it one of the most recognized and studied works of art in the world. The “Mona Lisa” continues to captivate viewers with its timeless allure, and its aura of mystery and elegance persists, inviting contemplation and admiration for Leonardo’s artistic brilliance.
Dimensions = 29 1/2″ x 38 3/4″
Weight = 95 lbs.
Mona Lisa Plaster Potrait
Mono Lisa in Plaster
Plaster piece available
Dimensions = 30″ x 39 1/2″
Weight = 47 lbs.
Mona Lisa drawing
Mona Lisa - Drawing
Thomas painstaking established the scale and size of Mona Lisa Drawing . The drawing hase been scaled up to accomodate the visually impaired and the blind .
American Gothic in Bronze
American Gothic
“American Gothic” is an iconic artwork created by American painter Grant Wood in 1930. This masterpiece is known for its portrayal of rural American life during the Great Depression era. The painting features a stern-faced farmer and his daughter standing in front of a simple, Gothic-style farmhouse with distinctive pointed windows. The duo’s stoic expressions and the sharp, detailed style of the painting contribute to its enigmatic and thought-provoking nature. “American Gothic” has become a symbol of American identity and resilience, capturing the essence of a challenging period in the nation’s history while sparking discussions about rural life, identity, and the American experience.
Dimensions = 32″ x 36 3/4″
Weight = 92 lbs.
American GOthic - Plaster
American Gothic in Plaster
Plaster piece available
Dimensions = 30″ x 35″
Weight = 40 lbs.
American Gothic - Drawing
American Gothic - Drawing
Thomas painstaking established the scale and size of American Gothic –
Starrynight
“Starry Night” stands as one of the most celebrated and recognizable artworks created by Dutch post-impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh in 1889. This masterpiece depicts a swirling night sky filled with vibrant, swirling stars and a luminous crescent moon, set over a quaint village and a cypress tree. The painting’s vivid colors, energetic brushstrokes, and dreamlike composition convey a sense of emotional intensity and Van Gogh’s unique perspective on nature. “Starry Night” is not only a testament to the artist’s inner struggles and creativity but also a visual representation of the connection between the natural world and the human spirit, inviting viewers into a world where imagination and reality intertwine.
Dimensions = 38″x 45″
Weight = 103 lbs.
sTARRY night - Plaster
Starry night in 3D Plaster
Dimensions = 36 1/2″ x 44″
Weight = 65 lbs.
Starry NIght - Drawing
Starry Night - drawing by Thomas Bustos
.
Girl with a Pearl Earing - In Bronze
Girl with Pearl Earing
“Girl with a Pearl Earring” is a captivating artwork crafted by Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer around 1665. This enigmatic painting portrays a young woman adorned with a distinctive pearl earring, gazing directly at the viewer with an air of mystery and intimacy. The play of light and shadow on her face and the luminous glow of the pearl contribute to the painting’s allure and realism. Often referred to as the “Mona Lisa of the North,” the artwork’s quiet elegance and the subject’s enigmatic expression have spurred endless interpretations and fascination, making it an enduring masterpiece that transcends time and captivates the imagination of all who gaze upon it.
Dimension = 24 1/4″ x 26 1/4″
Weight = 30 lbs.
Girl with Pearl Earing - Plaster
Girl with Pearl Earing
“Girl with a Pearl Earing” – in Plaster
Dimentions = 24″x 26″
Weight = 30 lbs.
GiRl with Pearl Earing - Drawing
Girl with Pearl Earing- Drawinng
Art work created by Thomas Bustos for the “Girl with the Pearl earing” on which plaster and bronze pieces are created.
The Scream - In Bronze
The Scream
Ah, “The Scream” – an iconic masterpiece! Created by the Norwegian artist Edvard Munch in 1893, it’s actually a series of four versions: two paintings, a drawing, and a lithograph. The most famous version is a part of the collection at the National Gallery in Oslo, Norway.
“The Scream” is known for its intense expression of anxiety and existential dread, capturing the feelings of angst in a very raw and relatable way. The swirling sky, the dramatic colors, and the haunting figure in the foreground make it a timeless representation of human emotion.
Dimension =TBBS
Weight = TBDlbs.
The Scream- Plaster
Girl with Pearl Earing
“The Scream” – in Plaster
Dimensions = 26 1/4 x 35″
Weight = 26 lbs.
The Scream - Drawing
The Scream - Drawing
The Two Fridas - In Bronze
The Two Fridas
The Bronze artpiece of the Two Fridas in Bronze and will be ready shortly.
Dimension =TBBS
Weight = TBDlbs.
The Two Fridas- Plaster
The Two Fridas
“The Two Fridas” – in Plaster
“The Two Fridas” is one of Frida Kahlo’s most famous and evocative works. Painted in 1939, this double self-portrait illustrates the artist’s emotional turmoil following her separation from fellow artist Diego Rivera.
In the painting, two Fridas are seated side by side. One is dressed in traditional Tehuana costume, representing the Frida that Diego loved, while the other wears a European-style dress, representing the Frida that has been betrayed and left behind. The hearts of both figures are exposed; the heart of the European-dressed Frida is broken and bleeding, while the other Frida holds a small portrait of Diego.
This artwork is deeply symbolic of Frida Kahlo’s identity struggles, pain, and dual heritage. It reflects themes of love, loss, and self-identity.
Dimensions = 43 1/2″ x —–
Weight = 82 lbs.
The Two Fridas - Drawing
The Two Fridas- Drawing
First Blind Person touching the Mona Lisa.
Visually Impaired Person Visualizing Mona Lisa
The first time a visually impared person is introduced to a piece of art by Tomas Bustos, there is a great feeling of astonishment and exhilaration.
