The theme for the 2009 years exhibition was …
Sadly this piece was created as a direct reflection of the loss of my Nan as well as other stuff happening that year.
It seemed that life was throwing obstacles my way any time I was trying to take a first step forward so I designed It's Been That Kind of Year.
It seemed that life was throwing obstacles my way any time I was trying to take a first step forward so I designed It's Been That Kind of Year.
The steps were made out of a naturally yellow wood called yellowheart with the banana peel carved into the first step
The structure holding the steps made from mahogany was designed to create a feel of unease.
I was happy that the piece I made in remembrance of my Nan was accepted into the exhibition.
I was happy that the piece I made in remembrance of my Nan was accepted into the exhibition.
My Nan was always proud of my accomplishments. I spent a lot of time with her after my Grandad passed away from ALS. We would make a lot of crafts together in her kitchen where I learned how to use a scroll saw to create little wood pieces starting around 19 years old. I was amazed by the process of creating works with it.
Looking back these days were beyond special to me and a huge reason for me getting into the craft of woodwork.
(one of my earliest works made back then below!!!)
Looking back these days were beyond special to me and a huge reason for me getting into the craft of woodwork.
(one of my earliest works made back then below!!!)
