This set of candles arose from a series of drawings created using a gridded notebook throughout 2018–2020. After an extensive design exploration process, I decided on three different shapes to cast into wax sculptures/candles:
Each of the shapes was initially drawn with pen in a gridded notebook. After exploring lots of different shapes and iterations, the shapes were recreated in a matching grid using vector-drawing software. We used 3D modeling software to evaluate the final size, proportions and thicknesses of the candles. After the design itself, we contracted a 3D printer to create silicone-based molds (the inverse of the shape itself) which can be used to cast the final candles.
With the silicone molds ready, we used soy wax as the primary vehicle for the candles. We also selected a hemp wick due to the eco-friendly qualities. The wax was melted to the required temperature, mixed with dye, and then hand-poured, one at a time. Each candle takes about 60 hours to harden and cure before it can be de-molded. Inevitably, due to the design itself, some of the Twin Flame candles broke during de-molding.
