Trees have long life spans, but eventually they too die of old age or succumb to diseases or get damaged in thunderstorms and hurricanes. When trees in urban spaces die and show signs of toppling over or breaking off, the city might decide to remove them for the safety of those around. The remaining stumps then provide a wonderful opportunity for wood carvers to showcase their talent and liven up the neighborhood at the same time. Continue reading
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Next-Level Food Carving on Fruits and Vegetables
Japan has a rich tradition of food carving called mukimono. If you’ve ever eaten at a fancy restaurant in Japan you might have found a carrot carved into a bunny, garnishing your plate. Continue reading
Minimally Painted Wood Sculptures That Highlight Environmental Decay
Italian sculptor Willy Verginer creates figurative sculptures from wood, pieces that allow his carving skills to stand out with minimal additions of monochrome bands of paint. Continue reading
Stunning Glass Sculptures
Bill LeQuier has evolved from a traditional studio glass blower to a sculptor of unique glass art. His style and form have changed several times over the years; Continue reading