A reproduction of a traditional banjo heel carving to replace an existing banjo neck. The first heel carving made by me in collaboration/commission from Will Fielding, banjo maker.
Carved maple burl in the form of a large bowl and two spoons. Leaf texture and pyrography. Gilding. Watco and Minwax oil finish.
My carvings are often ‘tailored’ to create a form that literally ‘suits’ the unique contours of the burl. But the beauty…
A contribution to the catalogue of the exhibit co-curated with Chris Tyler. "Challenge VI--Roots: Insights & Inspirations in Contemporary Turned Objects" at the Wood Turning Center.
An introductory essay, "Creating a Portrait of our Field" p. 7.