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Some artists and craft people do one thing without variance their entire careers. In fact, some are very thoroughly tied to the form and tradition of their work, and deviation could bring negative consequences. If you make Windsor chairs, many traditionalists who purchase your output might look askance if you suddenly began experimenting wildly with …
The little eagle's head has been carved separate from the body. Why? Tradition is one reason; I learned from others to carve the head and eye first so "The birdie can watch what you are doing." But the primary reason is that it's easier to complete the shape and back of the head when it's …
Years ago, I had a weird dream. Two of my favorite artists, John Haley Bellamy and Salvador Dali, were sitting with me in a coffeehouse discussing art. I merely sat by and listened while the two masters talked. They were deeply involved in a discussion of exaggeration and distortion in art. At one point, they …
I The third-floor apartment on Park Avenue had few amenities, including a view of the Kuomingtang sign down the street. I arrived in Baltimore a few weeks after discharge from the Navy and was invited to share quarters with a friend who had a third-floor walk-up in Chinatown. We had a "sometimes" business carving "genuine" …
Over the years that I've worked as a craftsman, I've participated in many craft shows, boat shows, and art shows. The interactions with the casual visitors to the shows are what it's all about. Your job is to take the minute you have their attention and turn it into a motivated sale. And, no, you …
A lot of people make decisions that sound good but actually make them miserable. Yes, you. You're back in the back row, trying to sink down so I don't see you! I'm talking to you. You took a degree in business administration even though you were passionate about the arts. You sneak into Continuing Ed …
The remarkable consensus among cats is that they invented great art. Humans merely did a monkey see, and monkeys do routine in admiration of the feline example.Â
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