'Skullpture Series - Moose: Gaia, 2009' (In Case) by Shane Wilson (carved bronze antler sculpture)
November 20, 2009 Categories: Gaia, 2009 | Skullpture Series, 2007
The final sculpture in the Skullpture Series, Gaia, has been installed in its permanent home in the custom made display cases in the St Elias Convention Centre in Haines Junction, Yukon.
The unveiling will take place on Saturday, November 21, 2009, during a community celebration of Haines Junction's 25th year of incorporation as a municipality.
(moose antler bronze skull carving, moose antler bronze skull sculpture)
The unveiling will take place on Saturday, November 21, 2009, during a community celebration of Haines Junction's 25th year of incorporation as a municipality.
(moose antler bronze skull carving, moose antler bronze skull sculpture)
'Self Portrait' (Jade Acrylic Base - Phase 7) by Shane Wilson (carved musk oxen skull on jade base)
November 17, 2009 Categories: Self Portrait, 2009
The first stop in Whitehorse was Sidrock, to pick up the jade base for Self Portrait.
Sid successfully drilled the hole into the jade, but the only suitable bit size was slightly smaller than the white plastic cup prepared for the acrylic stand, so he had the cup machined to reduce its external diameter, making for a precise fit.
The jade boulder was left in its original condition, apart from the hole and some leveling on the bottom surface.
The above pictures were taken in the preparation room at the Yukon Arts Centre, prior to the unveiling.
Note how the overall colour of the piece changes with different lighting, including the reflected light from the jade boulder.
(musk oxen horn bronze skull carving, musk oxen horn bronze skull sculpture)
Sid successfully drilled the hole into the jade, but the only suitable bit size was slightly smaller than the white plastic cup prepared for the acrylic stand, so he had the cup machined to reduce its external diameter, making for a precise fit.
The jade boulder was left in its original condition, apart from the hole and some leveling on the bottom surface.
The above pictures were taken in the preparation room at the Yukon Arts Centre, prior to the unveiling.
Note how the overall colour of the piece changes with different lighting, including the reflected light from the jade boulder.
(musk oxen horn bronze skull carving, musk oxen horn bronze skull sculpture)
'Skullpture Series - Moose: Gaia, 2009' (Finished) by Shane Wilson (carved bronze antler sculpture)
LINKS: Gaia - Complete Work in Progress Video
(moose antler bronze skull carving, moose antler bronze skull sculpture)
(moose antler bronze skull carving, moose antler bronze skull sculpture)
'Self Portrait' 2009 (Finished) by Shane Wilson (carved musk oxen skull on jade base)
November 15, 2009 Categories: Self Portrait, 2009 | Portfolio Images
LINKS: Self Portrait - Complete Work in Progress Video
(musk oxen horn bronze skull carving, musk oxen horn bronze skull sculpture)
(musk oxen horn bronze skull carving, musk oxen horn bronze skull sculpture)
'Self Portrait' - Photography Session with Gary Wildman
November 15, 2009 Categories: Self Portrait, 2009
Following the completion of any sculpture, it is important to have it photographed professionally.
Gary Wildman photographed 'Rest and Sing' a number of years ago and I called upon him again to photograph both 'Gaia' and 'Self Portrait.'
Gary Wildman, Photographer, photographs 'Self Portrait'
Gary took the utmost care, spending hours getting the lighting and exposures just right, to perfectly capture the sculptures as digital images - not an easy thing to do!
He is a true professional and a joy to work with! Visit his website at www.wildmanphotography.com .
(musk oxen horn bronze skull carving, musk oxen horn bronze skull sculpture)
Gary Wildman photographed 'Rest and Sing' a number of years ago and I called upon him again to photograph both 'Gaia' and 'Self Portrait.'
Gary Wildman, Photographer, photographs 'Self Portrait'
Gary took the utmost care, spending hours getting the lighting and exposures just right, to perfectly capture the sculptures as digital images - not an easy thing to do!
He is a true professional and a joy to work with! Visit his website at www.wildmanphotography.com .
(musk oxen horn bronze skull carving, musk oxen horn bronze skull sculpture)