FOLDS is a Wood Sculpture Art.
Tree with folds. It is a tiny miniature tree, but I have represented its majestic form and branches. I felt the new possibilities of zelkova wood. I realized that even in a small, limited space, much more freedom of expression was possible than I had imagined.
Each species of wood has a different color, texture, and carving feel, and each has its own attractive personality. I would like to create many miniature works using 5 - 7cm pieces of wood. I chose zelkova as the first wood to carve miniature trees. The design with its many deep folds was inspired by mushrooms. I was very excited about the start it, but I was also a little nervous because the smaller the wood, the higher the risk of injury.
There is only a limited space inside this small piece of wood. What and how can I represent within this limited space? With that in mind, I was completely absorbed in it, and carved. However, the small inner space of a small piece was difficult to carve, the grain direction was difficult to carve, and the zelkova wood was of course hard. In these adverse conditions that make carving difficult, I tried to find a way to break through by changing various chisels.
I am relieved that I was able to carve such a small piece without any problems using hard zelkova wood. Even with a small piece, I was able to represent more than I imagined, which will allow me to represent more when carving a larger piece, and I am sure that this will help me hone my skills.
Name: FOLDS
Year: 2024
Paint: Beeswax
Material: Japanese zelkova 'keyaki/欅'
Size: W70×H50×D50 mm
Weight: 38 g
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