Shaping and re-shaping; embracing limitations.
Eucalyptus camaldulensis, River Redgum is a local wood – worth carving, even though the grain is capricious. I remind myself (yet again) of the Wabi Sabi philosophy: celebrating imperfection….knowing when to stop.
It is delightful to see your progress with this beautiful piece, since our visit in January.
Thankyou Chris. Lovely to hear from you – and yes, there is progress at a snail’s pace….bit by bit. I hope it works out!
Hi Chris,
Beautiful work. I look forward to seeing some finished works. From what I can see the finished works must be stunning. Your work has reminded me of my relative, my paternal grandmother’s brother, George Haubrock, who also did some relief carving. Apparently, also taught the subject, but I don’t know those details. You are wrestling so admirably with tough Australian hardwoods. George was living in California and had access to beautiful pieces of redwood which he used for his carving. I very much look forward to seeing some of your finished work. Sometime, I would also enjoy showing you the one relief work that I have by George.
Thanks,
Ed
Greetings Ed – I look forward to seeing the work of George Haubrock; relief carving is not so common outside furniture decoration. It needs good lighting from the side.
Thankyou for your thoughts and kind words. I focus so much on the details….it sometimes helps to take a step back and consider the big picture….
It’s a very beautiful piece, Christopher. I love the slow gentle curves.
Thankyou Sally Ann. So far so good. I have four pieces on the go; one, at least, must surely turn out as envisaged. Four would be an abundance….