Study in Black and White. 11.5"H x 8.5"W x 5.5"D. Live oak, turned, textured, scorched while slowly turning on the lathe, microwaved, tall piece bleached, small piece dyed with leather dye, and painted with acrylic gold paint. The tall piece is fixed to the dyed slate slab, making it static, while the black piece is free to rotate. I've been working on this idea for awhile, took the opportunity to make it for the AAW March 2011 contest. These were both completely turned green, including the texturing and deep grooving, which had to be done quickly due to the movement of the wood as the stresses were relieved. I really like how the forms are moving in reaction to the green turning and microwaving process. I also like the contrasts of color and static vs. dynamic in the pieces.
I took this to Art Fiesta in New Smyrna Beach, Fl, this past weekend, and got Second Place in the Wood category for it. I didn't expect that, but am happy for it!
C&C's are always welcome.
