Carving wood is an act of faith for me. I have to blindly trust in my original idea, holding fast to its essence, while doubts in my abilities and my other commitments grow.
Sculpture and design by artist Patrick Gracewood
Friday, May 21, 2010
Sculpture and The Cathedral of Childhood
She's come a long way from the cherry log she used to be.
Carving wood is an act of faith for me. I have to blindly trust in my original idea, holding fast to its essence, while doubts in my abilities and my other commitments grow.
I know the sculpture will turn out fine once it finally starts to look back at me. She has a presence now.
Carving wood is an act of faith for me. I have to blindly trust in my original idea, holding fast to its essence, while doubts in my abilities and my other commitments grow.
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6 comments:
She most certainly does have a presence. Thanks for sharing her.
Amazing work Patrick! I have no 3-D skills....and am envious of anyone who can "see" the finished piece as they work.
This is a fantastic sculpture. Wonderful work!
Wow Patrick, I'd say she has a presence!
This is wonderful. I always though I'd like to try my had at carving wood, but to this day still haven't tried. This is inspiring. I like seeing it in the early stages.
The trick to learning wood carving is to start small, Susan. Get a small length of sugar pine and a caving knife and just play with making a pile of fragrant chips....good luck.
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