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2024
Padauk, Holly, and Wenge
11.5” x 4.25” x 4.25” (size 10 sneaker)
This is the first paintless sneaker sculpture in three-dimensional form that I’ve ever created. Using padauk, holly, and wenge, I worked with exotic wood species, relying on the natural color and grain to capture the identity of the object. No paints or stains were used - only a combination of wood inlay, layering, and carving. Each piece of wood was cut by hand on a scrollsaw.
What made this piece so challenging for me was the process: the form had to be constructed from both sides and carefully carved down. I spent about two years figuring it out. This piece has re-shaped the direction of my work.
***PLEASE DM @HAPPYLIFEWOOD ON INSTAGRAM OR EMAIL HAPPYLIFEWOOD@GMAIL.COM IF INTERESTED IN ACQUIRING THIS PIECE***
2024
Padauk, Holly, and Wenge
11.5” x 4.25” x 4.25” (size 10 sneaker)
This is the first paintless sneaker sculpture in three-dimensional form that I’ve ever created. Using padauk, holly, and wenge, I worked with exotic wood species, relying on the natural color and grain to capture the identity of the object. No paints or stains were used - only a combination of wood inlay, layering, and carving. Each piece of wood was cut by hand on a scrollsaw.
What made this piece so challenging for me was the process: the form had to be constructed from both sides and carefully carved down. I spent about two years figuring it out. This piece has re-shaped the direction of my work.
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