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Finally finished carving my form! I have been working on the faceted form steadily, allowing it to naturally reveal it’s shape. Progress has been SLOW because the techniques and tools are new to me. I imagine an experienced carver could have whipped this out the same day it was poured!
I was being too careful – by shaving with a razor and chisel, and getting nowhere fast. Katie Parker, my professor, suggested I run the form under water. What a difference that made – not only did it cut down on dust but the added moisture made it feel as though I was carving through soap.
Side View
I think it is beginning to resemble a “desert rock rose” . Today I’ll be creating the nesting piece which is the central section of what will become a 6 piece mold.
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