plaster

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“Intruders have set fires, burning holes in the floors and scorching wood wainscoting and pews. Empty beef jerky bags, discarded underwear and clumps of plaster litter the worn burgundy carpeting.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

As part of her work, Ellis has created sculptures from plaster featuring workers carrying out their daily tasks.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

One strike brought plaster down on their heads; another ground the whole plant to a halt.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026

“There’s a freedom. There’s a real freedom. And it’s nice. It’s just so much nicer than the plaster of the past.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2026

He paused at the doorway—the smell of paint, plaster, and glue permeated the air.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai