Creating monumental metal sculptures requires specialized techniques to manage size, weight, and structural integrity. The most common methods for sectional fabrication include:

1. Modular Construction: Artists design sculptures in manageable sections that can be transported and assembled on-site. This approach often uses standardized connection points for precise alignment.

2. Plasma Cutting: Advanced plasma cutters shape thick metal plates with precision, allowing for complex interlocking sections that fit together perfectly during final assembly.

3. Industrial Welding Techniques: MIG and TIG welding provide strong, clean joins between sections. Some artists leave weld marks visible as part of the aesthetic.

4. Internal Support Systems: Large sculptures incorporate hidden steel frameworks within each section, providing stability while minimizing visible support structures.

5. Bolted Assembly: For sculptures requiring occasional disassembly, high-strength bolts with custom flanges create secure connections that can be tightened to precise tolerances.

Modern sculptors often combine these techniques, using digital modeling to plan every connection point before fabrication begins. The sectional approach allows for studio creation of pieces that would be impossible to transport as single units, while enabling repairs or modifications to individual components.