Working with wood is satisfyingly therapeutic. I needed a break from jewellery. Running out of silver makes me think of ways to create objects out of other materials and using silver as a highlight. I found an elephant's bum in amongst my wood (from chopping up ebony elephants for rings) and decided to carve it into a face.. used the tail as the nose..
Monday, May 03, 2010
Wood Carving
Working with wood is satisfyingly therapeutic. I needed a break from jewellery. Running out of silver makes me think of ways to create objects out of other materials and using silver as a highlight. I found an elephant's bum in amongst my wood (from chopping up ebony elephants for rings) and decided to carve it into a face.. used the tail as the nose..
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I love this, Chantel!
Thank you! Shortage of silver forces one to be innovative! I keep reminding myself to do what I love rather than what I feel I have to. You know, to 'enjoy the journey'...
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