14th !! every video makes me glad that your brother sent me here from his channel. I'm amazed by the small cube sculpture. I can't imagine how you would have stacked the slate in such a way to get the final effect.
Your brother, Gram sent me and probably many more. I find your art very intriguing 🤔. Love the glass work, especially the ones that are sitting outdoors and catch the first or last sun rays of the day. It seems to bring your work to life, and it seems to be on fire. TU for sharing part of your life with the rest of us. Henderson, Gordonville, TX.
I first started watching Scotland unplugged with your brother Robert Parker. That algorithm then put me on to Hoof GP with your brother Greame Parker. Of course he mentioned your TH-cam channel. I tried looking up your channel but couldn't find it. Then today I watched the video you and Greame did together he just put on his channel. I looked you up again on TH-cam and your channel popped up there. I've been enjoying your videos today. I'm subscribed to all three brothers channels. I absolutely love your sculptures! Your videos too!
I'm the same except I started with cows. Learned of James beautiful talent from Graeme then Robert! All 3 of you know how to tell a story about the history of areas of Scotland! Always look forward for notifications!❤❤❤❤❤
As with the videos done by your brother, I am learning so much from your channel, I love your work and await each new video with baited breath. Keep on doing what you are doing so well. Oh...and I think your last piece of glass on the beautiful egg was absolutely perfect.
I have been waiting for this video James. Thank you. Thanks for letting your subscribers get to know you alittle more. You seem like a really nice guy.
Greetings from California, your brother mentioned your art today and I'm entranced by your work. I have to admit I mainly wanted to hear you speak as my heritage is from your parts. I'll be catching up and following along, thank you for sharing.
@@jamesparkersculpture I too live in California and I found out about you from Graeme. My son and his family live in Wales and they love Scotland too. I hope to visit Scotland the next time I go to Wales. I'll be looking for your work. I will share your youtube address with a friend of mine who works in ceramics. Keep up the drone videos too! I love Graeme's.
Great video James. Very interesting to hear how you started down this road. I love the idea that you used to build dry stone walls and obviously use some of those techniques in your art. I’ve often thought that those walls, so skilfully constructed, were works of art in themselves. There is something so pleasing in your organic structures using such hard and resilient materials. If I win the lottery, I’ll definitely be commissioning a sculpture from you
You live a fascinating life, I enjoy getting to know you more as a sculptor and the man behind them. I love that cube! That is one sculpture that you just don't ever tire of seeing, I think it's because you put it on its corner. People in Minnesota are getting ready for the fishing opener, and yard work is in full swing, the farmers are in their fields and the flowers have started blooming. It's good to see Spring again!
Hi James was watching your brothers game video today and he gave you a shout out, so I checked you out and I’ve been binge all watching all morning. Beautiful work and I can’t wait to watch more.
Your brother mentioned you on his site Hoof GP. You are very talented and some of your sculptures are just Wow. Absolutely love the glass cone plus the setting it's in is stunning.
Arriving late to the party but enjoyed this video very much. Learning more about you and your work. Small world connecting Brian Alabaster. What a talented sculptor. Escape to the country introduced Rupert Till with his creations and Capel Tension had a brief clip. You should be next. Realizing you are drawn to geometric shapes, I still wonder if an Iris with curved leaves would be a consideration as a garden feature catching water from slate. The flower would make a nice place for bird's to rest and drink. Thank you for sharing..
James Parker Sculpture I’m going to remember it for when I buy a home again. I love to sit and watch the fire. With the firebox off the ground, it would be easier to see. Putting the wood up above makes sense and gives an interesting aesthetic.
Thanks so much James , for letting us in on your life and work , I love how passionate you are and it really shows in the pieces you conjure from the ether.. much love Jules
😂Thank you! Glad you found your way here. Graeme did kindly mentioned me around a year ago and that brought a lot of new subs. His channel is incredible and the amount of work he puts in astounding....it would be unfair of me to piggy back off his success. Truth betold, I'd never have started a channel without him Graeme showing what is possible and encouraging me. Anyone not familiar with my brothers channel, checkout @thehoofgp
Hi James, Love,love,love your work. I am an artist and I am very, very jealous of your abilities. What an inspiration you are. Well done young man! I will look out for your stuff when I travel so I can see it in the round. Keep working hard so that the next, and future generations can appreciate your work. Stay safe. Margie
Thanks James. Your work is awesome. I love the details and how precise you are. Thanks for giving us some insight into your process and journey. As an artist myself it's always great to heard how other artist think. Looking forward to seeing more of your artwork.
Well as we all are stuck at home hear is an idea for a piece of art. How about making a nice glass sculpture of a cow’s hoof and give it to your brother as a gift 🎁 sorry but he happened to mention it on his channel. But looking at what you do for a living is amazing 😉 and I thoroughly enjoy your work as much as your brother so I’ve subscribed to your channel also. Thanks and I look forward to seeing your next piece. Stay safe.
You do beautiful work. It was your brother who told us about you. (the hoof GP) I love his videos and I am looking forward to watching your videos, too. I am from a little bitty town named Freeville New York, United States. The only claim to fame our town has is that there is no other town in the world named Freeville, other than our little piece of heaven in Upstate NY. The region I live is also called Upstate, Finger Lakes region, Central New York and the largest town that is nearby is called Ithaca NY, it is the home of one of the Ivy League Universities called Cornell University, very famous school. This area is also known for some of the BEST wine, ever with loads of beautiful grape vinyards. We, of course, grow apples in NY state. (It is why New York City is called the Big Apple, because of all the apple orchards across the state (there is more to it, but it's about the apples) Anyway, enough about us. I am going to finish watching this video, then watch MORE of your stuff. I honestly do think your work is beautiful. Thank Graeme for the additional people coming to your channel! I came because of Graeme, however I plan on staying, yes subscribing, and watching, because the art is so beautiful. You 2 are very handsome young men! (I forgot to tell you not to worry, Graeme didn't send you a crazy stalker, I am a 62 yr young granny who has very eclectic interests.) Have a GREAT day, see you again, soon. Rosey from the USA
I realize this is late but I really appreciate you taking the time to answer my question. It gives a lot of insight on how you go about making such beautiful pieces! Thank you for your art and for letting me be a part of the journey with you! Have a great day!
It's always wonderful to see your phenomenal sculpting James. You give so many people so much pleasure, I never tire of admiring them. You are one very humble man. Take care ☺ 🍎🍐🍎
I'm glad you think so. I'm just lucky to do what I love and make a living from it. Without those who enjoy my work investing in me, I'd never have gotten this far.
Hey James Kia Ora Brother Your forms are sublimely elegant ,nothing new but superbly executed.lots of work put in I admire your effort.very practical,.cool that your wee girl discusses sculpture with you🦅.good on you for making a good living exercising your mind❄️ Thanks mate Kia Kaha MarkyOne 🦈 Christchurch NZ
Just been sent over to your channel by your brother...he has ''sculpted'' a cows leg out of a log...I'm so glad to report that he has a day job....and you have nothing to fear that he would become competition!! Your work is fascinating and I am looking forward to seeing more of it in the days ahead...
Thank you for this James. It's always nice to have answers to questions I didn't know I had. 😊 The small cube is really a cool design and I like how it retains so much of its original texture.
@@jamesparkersculpture Yes we do! The country side id riddled with them going back hundreds of years. Of course, not as old as your beautiful country! It's a dying trade around here though, sadly, I have a friend who does masonry work the dry wall, he said he has a son who couldn't be any less interested... It's sad to see the old trades disappear.
That's how I felt about the drystone walls when my brother Graeme and I did the video about the Knock, where we grew up. I spent so much time repairing walls there and now 22 years on they are in a state of disrepair. I wish it tget were looked after now the way they were in previous generations.
Loved the circle...it is a great reward to recreate simple shapes using "particles" of it.. excellent craftsmanship, talent, set of mind and persistence...well done Sir, well done..you carry with in you collective knowledge passed on by your ancestors....i found you through your brother...regards from Rhodes island of Hellas, i am sure you know about our "Runner" in Athens, the capital of Hellas..love to see more your art
James! It’s 94 degrees Fahrenheit here today - watching you sitting next to that lovely wood stove is making me break out in a sweat. Loved this video - chalk me up as another one who discovered you through Graeme, and I’m so happy I did. (I’m still loving that glass egg so very much.)
Thanks for sharing about your work and the questions you answered.....all of the sculptures you've shown are so beautiful......that sphere was the best....
@@barriecharmsway8026if he likes doing hearts he should do them. If you don't like the hearts, pass by them and watch all his other great work. He really has so much talent.
Your brother always talks about you. He even has put a clip up of you working. I was glad to find the one of you both. You do amazing work. Ever think of trying a dragon. Now that would be cool. Now that I found your channel I will keep watching.
James Wonderful vlog! Extremely interesting. You made mention of a person saying the last piece of your Egg Sculpture was wrong????????!!!!!!!! You said he had the right to his opinion. I disagree. People have the right to like or dislike. No one has the right to tell an artist he or she did something wrong! An artist has the final say to their creation, no one else. I have a tendency to believe your comment was the comment of the gentleman you are. God Bless you James and your family. 👍🏻🌻💕🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🌷 P.S. The last piece was as perfect as the first!🤗
Hi James, Love the Inverewe Gardens story. The sculpture is very unexpected. The little cub sculpture is kinda like watch a fire. Your eyes are drawing to it. Much better the coffee table book if I do say so myself.
29 min 32 sec of sheer pleasure. That was so interesting to listen to and to see more of your sculptures in situ was amazing. I can honestly say it does not surprise me that you have clients all over the Globe. One sculpture that I absolutely loved was the Thistle. A question for your next Q&A video. How long did it take you to create this and do you have a video of its creation ? I'd love to see it or even stills. Thank you so much for allowing us to take up your valuable time. Take care and Stay safe. 🍐🍎🍐🍎🍐🍎🍐
Hi Anne. It took about 6 or 7 days I think. It was pre grey hair - about 12 years ago so hard to remember. I only started recording my work in November 2019.
Hello James. I hope you're doing OK. Your work is first-class. We met a couple of times last year when I bought a piece of stone from you then came back for slate scraps, trading you for one of my paintings. All the best to you.
@@jamesparkersculpture Thanks for replying James. It's great to see how popular your channel is and the presentations are upbeat and interesting. We met after you advertised a long piece of stone which had cracked and in separating it with a chisel, I became the owner of TWO of your sculptures, both of which are standing in my sculpture garden. And your channel found ME! I'm good thanks and I WAS going great guns with paintings in galleries and shows lined-up for this year. I still work every day. Stock levels are very good! I could do with more offcuts if you have any. Usual fee? (square semi-abstract landscape).
Anytime. I love your painting but don't feel as though you need to give me anything in return! Give us a shout before you come. I'll make sure I'm around!
@@jamesparkersculpture Thank you James, aye. It's rude just to turn up and I'm not rude. I have an exhibition of my paintings on my channel called The Lockdown Show. If you have three and a half minutes, please have a look.
Ooo! Ooo! I see 'my' green apple! I better go buy lottery tickets. Great vid, James. Sometime we just stumble upon what we're supposed to do with our lives.
Hi James, being an artist my self. And seeing your work. Have you thought about making the world? Glass as the water using the slate as the continents, maybe even raised a little off the water? Anyhow free idea thanks for your videos
@@jamesparkersculpturenice! Globes. I've been planning on moving to Scotland. Glencoe way. I love globes. I might look you up and commission a piece or two if I get the chance. Lovely work!
I know, I'm 4 years, 3 months late but...Anyway, I do have 2 questions for you: Have you ever tried, or is it even possible, to combine materials for a different effect when light hits it? When are we going to see you in the Raptor with Craig, Kev and Graeme for a day of hoof trimming?
I really love your sculpture you show on the beginning picture. That would be so beautiful in a exotic garden. If I was rich, you would be so busy. Haha!!
Here's a few questions for your next one... Do your clients have a sculpture in mind, do they leave it up to you, or do you collaborate? And have you thought about expanding your materials ie: wood veneer or sheet metal etc?
I absolutely love your work. One thing I wanted to ask but I had forgotten, can and do you mix the materials you use to make something that's stone, glass and bronze? Does that affect the creations? I absolutely loved seeing all your different pieces in context as well, it makes them really come to life. Hope you and your family are staying safe during this time.
That little cube is so cool! Of course, I love your big sculptures too, but that small one is just so awesome. I saw a brief shot of a sphere on an angle. It looked like a planet to me. Have you ever done anything that looks like Jupiter or Saturn? They would be really cool too.
Thanks Laura, I've made quite a few spheres on the tilt and often thought of planets and colourations. I've not made anything inspired by planets thus far. Only 'Light' inspired by the Milky Way
Hi James, do you still have the original 8" cube in slate? Whatching you make that on it's side with the pieces of slate standing on their would have made a great video👍
It seems that every art form has the same problem, whether it's writing or painting or sculpture... As a woodcarver some designs say no, and change the direction, despite my plans, just as a literary character cannot me made do setting contrary to their personality. That always amazes me.
Hi Vicki, glad you like my work! Regarding the fastening of layers, I cover that question in this video...I don't give away all my secrets though ;-) th-cam.com/video/iliiTePpswM/w-d-xo.html
@@jamesparkersculpture I realized that after I posted the question. It is very smart of you to leave that a mystery. I found you thanks to your brother. Love your posts.
Hey James. Funny thin is; I’m originally from Chi-town! Lol! It gets super cold in Chicago no doubt! If your glass stands up to winter there it stands up anywhere! I hope your work could be displayed by one of the Picasso’s there. Chicagoans love and appreciate great art like yours. Congrats! 😎👍🏻
@@computeuThanks Steven, would be good to spend more time there. I think I was there for two nights! Our daughter had just been born. 24 hours on a plane for about 40 hours on the ground 😂
Hi Ryan, No - I've never used anything like that. I wouldn't know where to begin to be honest. Usually just a pen and paper. Often I spend a lot of time thinking through the more complicated forms but I've never used 3d software of any sort.
James Parker Sculpture there are some tools that we use in the 3D modeling world that would totally apply to your workflow. Search TH-cam for “rhino contour” if you want to see some examples of what I’m referencing.
When my father's legacy goes through probate in 4 months, I am definitely interested in commissioning you for a sculpture. Perhaps if we exchange emails, I can start having conversations with you about my ideas and possible costs.
Hi Karen, My brother Graeme has a channel. The Hoof GP - amazing! My brother Robert (Bob) works I fraud prevention. He's also a writer and has written a few books. Kirsty and Susan, my sisters help my mother in her coffee shop.
14th !!
every video makes me glad that your brother sent me here from his channel. I'm amazed by the small cube sculpture. I can't imagine how you would have stacked the slate in such a way to get the final effect.
Thanks Rich! Really very much appreciated! I was a little concerned this video may be a on the long side! delighted you enjoyed it!
Your brother, Gram sent me and probably many more. I find your art very intriguing 🤔. Love the glass work, especially the ones that are sitting outdoors and catch the first or last sun rays of the day. It seems to bring your work to life, and it seems to be on fire. TU for sharing part of your life with the rest of us. Henderson, Gordonville, TX.
Thanks Mrs H, glad to have you aboard!
I first started watching Scotland unplugged with your brother Robert Parker. That algorithm then put me on to Hoof GP with your brother Greame Parker.
Of course he mentioned your TH-cam channel. I tried looking up your channel but couldn't find it. Then today I watched the video you and Greame did together he just put on his channel. I looked you up again on TH-cam and your channel popped up there.
I've been enjoying your videos today. I'm subscribed to all three brothers channels.
I absolutely love your sculptures! Your videos too!
Thanks very much indeed....the infamous YT algorithm 🤔😂
I'm the same except I started with cows. Learned of James beautiful talent from Graeme then Robert! All 3 of you know how to tell a story about the history of areas of Scotland! Always look forward for notifications!❤❤❤❤❤
So beautiful. I am hooked on all that you create but the glass art takes my breath away. You my friend are very gifted.USA Robyn
Thank you very much Robyn. So many kind comments from everyone. Much appreciated.
I am in awe of you and your talent every time. EVERY TIME!
That's very kind of you Mary! It's been a long few weeks. Great to get such amazing feedback. Thanks
As with the videos done by your brother, I am learning so much from your channel, I love your work and await each new video with baited breath. Keep on doing what you are doing so well. Oh...and I think your last piece of glass on the beautiful egg was absolutely perfect.
Thanks Etta! That's very kind of you. Great to have you watching and delighted you liked the last piece of glass 😂😉
I’m so glad you are on TH-cam because it makes me smile.
I have been waiting for this video James. Thank you. Thanks for letting your subscribers get to know you alittle more. You seem like a really nice guy.
My pleasure Davey! Thanks for your question too! Kind words, thank you!
Greetings from California, your brother mentioned your art today and I'm entranced by your work. I have to admit I mainly wanted to hear you speak as my heritage is from your parts. I'll be catching up and following along, thank you for sharing.
Thank you for checking out my channel all the way from California. Great of Graeme to mention me. Delighted you enjoyed it!
@@jamesparkersculpture I too live in California and I found out about you from Graeme. My son and his family live in Wales and they love Scotland too. I hope to visit Scotland the next time I go to Wales. I'll be looking for your work. I will share your youtube address with a friend of mine who works in ceramics. Keep up the drone videos too! I love Graeme's.
Thank you, James. Enjoy you videos. 💚
Great video James. Very interesting to hear how you started down this road. I love the idea that you used to build dry stone walls and obviously use some of those techniques in your art. I’ve often thought that those walls, so skilfully constructed, were works of art in themselves. There is something so pleasing in your organic structures using such hard and resilient materials. If I win the lottery, I’ll definitely be commissioning a sculpture from you
You live a fascinating life, I enjoy getting to know you more as a sculptor and the man behind them. I love that cube! That is one sculpture that you just don't ever tire of seeing, I think it's because you put it on its corner. People in Minnesota are getting ready for the fishing opener, and yard work is in full swing, the farmers are in their fields and the flowers have started blooming. It's good to see Spring again!
Thanks Mary. Kind words. I love this time of year too.
Your work is stunning, you are so generous in sharing the making of these beautiful pieces with your bemused and delighted audience. Thank you.
Hi James was watching your brothers game video today and he gave you a shout out, so I checked you out and I’ve been binge all watching all morning. Beautiful work and I can’t wait to watch more.
Thanks Tammy! Delighted you're enjoying my work. It was great of Graeme to mention me.
I don't think I've ever seen such talent! Absolutely stunning! I could look at your work for hours.
That's very kind of you. Thank you!
Your brother mentioned you on his site Hoof GP. You are very talented and some of your sculptures are just Wow. Absolutely love the glass cone plus the setting it's in is stunning.
Thank you very much for your kind words!
Thanks for answering questions and telling your story of your beginning as an artist. So happy that you stopped and asked for the slate!
My pleasure Barbara! Thanks for your support.
I’m here because your brother “The hoofer GP” mentioned you 😁nice video can’t wait to see more
Thanks Linda
Arriving late to the party but enjoyed this video very much.
Learning more about you and your work.
Small world connecting Brian Alabaster. What a talented sculptor.
Escape to the country introduced Rupert Till with his creations and Capel Tension had a brief clip. You should be next.
Realizing you are drawn to geometric shapes, I still wonder if an Iris with curved leaves would be a consideration as a garden feature catching water from slate. The flower would make a nice place for bird's to rest and drink.
Thank you for sharing..
A pleasure, glad you enjoyed it.
Wow! My first time. Sent by your brother. I love that stove setup. It’s so practical.
The wood burner is definitely needed...it can get pretty cold in that workshop! Thanks for your support.
James Parker Sculpture I’m going to remember it for when I buy a home again. I love to sit and watch the fire. With the firebox off the ground, it would be easier to see. Putting the wood up above makes sense and gives an interesting aesthetic.
I just found you through your brother! I’m so glad I did! Your work is beautiful! BTW….the two of you look so much alike!! Hello from Connecticut USA!
Thanks Carole. Great to have you aboard!
hi James, this video makes me glad your brother sent me here from his "Cracked hoof" video.
Thanks so much James , for letting us in on your life and work , I love how passionate you are and it really shows in the pieces you conjure from the ether.. much love Jules
Thanks Jules. Appreciate your support!
I found you because of your brother. You both are great. Tell him to mention your channel more so you can get more subs.
😂Thank you! Glad you found your way here.
Graeme did kindly mentioned me around a year ago and that brought a lot of new subs. His channel is incredible and the amount of work he puts in astounding....it would be unfair of me to piggy back off his success.
Truth betold, I'd never have started a channel without him Graeme showing what is possible and encouraging me.
Anyone not familiar with my brothers channel, checkout @thehoofgp
Hi James,
Love,love,love your work.
I am an artist and I am very, very jealous of your abilities.
What an inspiration you are.
Well done young man! I will look out for your stuff when I travel so I can see it in the round.
Keep working hard so that the next, and future generations can appreciate your work.
Stay safe.
Margie
Such lovely words Margaret. Thank you. You're very kind.
Thanks James. Your work is awesome. I love the details and how precise you are. Thanks for giving us some insight into your process and journey. As an artist myself it's always great to heard how other artist think. Looking forward to seeing more of your artwork.
Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you James. This was a wonderful informative video.
My pleasure Joy. Thank you!
Well as we all are stuck at home hear is an idea for a piece of art. How about making a nice glass sculpture of a cow’s hoof and give it to your brother as a gift 🎁 sorry but he happened to mention it on his channel. But looking at what you do for a living is amazing 😉 and I thoroughly enjoy your work as much as your brother so I’ve subscribed to your channel also. Thanks and I look forward to seeing your next piece. Stay safe.
Hi Kevin, thanks so much for subscribing!
You do beautiful work. It was your brother who told us about you. (the hoof GP) I love his videos and I am looking forward to watching your videos, too. I am from a little bitty town named Freeville New York, United States. The only claim to fame our town has is that there is no other town in the world named Freeville, other than our little piece of heaven in Upstate NY. The region I live is also called Upstate, Finger Lakes region, Central New York and the largest town that is nearby is called Ithaca NY, it is the home of one of the Ivy League Universities called Cornell University, very famous school. This area is also known for some of the BEST wine, ever with loads of beautiful grape vinyards. We, of course, grow apples in NY state. (It is why New York City is called the Big Apple, because of all the apple orchards across the state (there is more to it, but it's about the apples)
Anyway, enough about us. I am going to finish watching this video, then watch MORE of your stuff. I honestly do think your work is beautiful. Thank Graeme for the additional people coming to your channel! I came because of Graeme, however I plan on staying, yes subscribing, and watching, because the art is so beautiful. You 2 are very handsome young men! (I forgot to tell you not to worry, Graeme didn't send you a crazy stalker, I am a 62 yr young granny who has very eclectic interests.) Have a GREAT day, see you again, soon. Rosey from the USA
Thanks Rosey, Graeme's introduced a lot of new viewers. Thanks for subscribing all the way from New York.
Best wishes from Scotland.
I realize this is late but I really appreciate you taking the time to answer my question. It gives a lot of insight on how you go about making such beautiful pieces! Thank you for your art and for letting me be a part of the journey with you! Have a great day!
My pleasure Holly. I'm delighted you enjoyed it!
It's always wonderful to see your phenomenal sculpting James. You give so many people so much pleasure, I never tire of admiring them. You are one very humble man. Take care ☺ 🍎🍐🍎
I'm glad you think so. I'm just lucky to do what I love and make a living from it. Without those who enjoy my work investing in me, I'd never have gotten this far.
I love to watch you work , good luck in your sculptures .And I hope to see more
Thanks Rita! You will do!
Hey James
Kia Ora Brother
Your forms are sublimely elegant ,nothing new but superbly executed.lots of work put in I admire your effort.very practical,.cool that your wee girl discusses sculpture with you🦅.good on you for making a good living exercising your mind❄️
Thanks mate
Kia Kaha
MarkyOne 🦈
Christchurch NZ
Thanks very much. Delighted you enjoy my work. Best wishes from Scotland!
Came over from Graeme's channel. Glad I did. Like your stuff. Glad you can follow your passion. Cheers from Illinois[USA].
Thanks! I love Illinois. I've got work in Chicago.
Awesome story! You can thank your brother Graeme for this subscriber from Lebanon, CT USA
Thanks for subscribing Susan, really appreciate it!
Just been sent over to your channel by your brother...he has ''sculpted'' a cows leg out of a log...I'm so glad to report that he has a day job....and you have nothing to fear that he would become competition!!
Your work is fascinating and I am looking forward to seeing more of it in the days ahead...
Thanks for hopping over to my channel...hope you enjoy!
Thank you for this James. It's always nice to have answers to questions I didn't know I had. 😊 The small cube is really a cool design and I like how it retains so much of its original texture.
Thanks Jen. I'm really looking forward to getting the 55cm bronze Apple back from the foundry soon. Cant wait to see what detail has been retained.
Thanks so much James, for your time in answering all the questions... I absolutely love the Bronze Cube!
My pleasure Chris. As a matter of interest.... are you overseas? Just wondered following your previous question re shipping?
@@jamesparkersculpture Yes James, I live in Connecticut, USA. A small village along the Farmington River about 14 miles NW of Hartford.
@@chrisp4962 you have some great drystone walls in Connecticut I believe.
@@jamesparkersculpture Yes we do! The country side id riddled with them going back hundreds of years. Of course, not as old as your beautiful country! It's a dying trade around here though, sadly, I have a friend who does masonry work the dry wall, he said he has a son who couldn't be any less interested... It's sad to see the old trades disappear.
That's how I felt about the drystone walls when my brother Graeme and I did the video about the Knock, where we grew up. I spent so much time repairing walls there and now 22 years on they are in a state of disrepair. I wish it tget were looked after now the way they were in previous generations.
Beautiful work! I especially like the glass sculptures ❤️
Thank you.
Thank you for sharing so much information. It’s so fascinating. I’m glad your brother convinced you to have a channel. Take care.
My pleasure Kim. Same to you!
Truly fascinating and amazing work. Cheers from New Zealand
Thanks Mark. Amazing to think you're watching this at lunch time and I'm heading to bed! Thanks for watching.
Your brother wants a glass hoof, I liked his wooden one nice try, and the egg was beautiful. 🇨🇦😍🐘
Hi Marion, glad you like the sculpture! Thanks for your support.
Loved the circle...it is a great reward to recreate simple shapes using "particles" of it.. excellent craftsmanship, talent, set of mind and persistence...well done Sir, well done..you carry with in you collective knowledge passed on by your ancestors....i found you through your brother...regards from Rhodes island of Hellas, i am sure you know about our "Runner" in Athens, the capital of Hellas..love to see more your art
Thanks Maria. Great to have you watching from Greece!
Amazing!
Been watching your brothers videos for ages. Never miss one. I will now have two Parkers to watch.
Thanks Trevor! Really apreciated! Hope you enjoy mine too!
All three brothers are on TH-cam.
James! It’s 94 degrees Fahrenheit here today - watching you sitting next to that lovely wood stove is making me break out in a sweat. Loved this video - chalk me up as another one who discovered you through Graeme, and I’m so happy I did. (I’m still loving that glass egg so very much.)
Thanks Claire! I wish it were 94 degrees here 😂
Thanks for sharing about your work and the questions you answered.....all of the sculptures you've shown are so beautiful......that sphere was the best....
Thanks Arlene. The sphere is one of my favourites too.
the slate apple and pear are superb, here's a challenge, lets see a slate bunch of grapes!
Thanks for your feedback Rob, glad you like the sculptures!
You should do a small heart, it would be beautiful.
Thanks Robin!
@@jamesparkersculpture Don't do a heart, they are so common and I hate them
@@barriecharmsway8026if he likes doing hearts he should do them. If you don't like the hearts, pass by them and watch all his other great work. He really has so much talent.
Your brother always talks about you. He even has put a clip up of you working. I was glad to find the one of you both. You do amazing work. Ever think of trying a dragon. Now that would be cool. Now that I found your channel I will keep watching.
Brilliant. Thanks Sandy. Great to have you onboard!
James
Wonderful vlog! Extremely interesting.
You made mention of a person saying the last piece of your Egg Sculpture was wrong????????!!!!!!!!
You said he had the right to his opinion.
I disagree.
People have the right to like or dislike.
No one has the right to tell an artist he or she did something wrong!
An artist has the final say to their creation, no one else.
I have a tendency to believe your comment was the comment of the gentleman you are.
God Bless you James and your family.
👍🏻🌻💕🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🌷
P.S.
The last piece was as perfect as the first!🤗
Haha! Thanks Susan!
Hi James, Love the Inverewe Gardens story. The sculpture is very unexpected. The little cub sculpture is kinda like watch a fire. Your eyes are drawing to it. Much better the coffee table book if I do say so myself.
Thank you. I love Inverewe. Proud to have my work there.
29 min 32 sec of sheer pleasure. That was so interesting to listen to and to see more of your sculptures in situ was amazing. I can honestly say it does not surprise me that you have clients all over the Globe. One sculpture that I absolutely loved was the Thistle.
A question for your next Q&A video. How long did it take you to create this and do you have a video of its creation ? I'd love to see it or even stills. Thank you so much for allowing us to take up your valuable time. Take care and Stay safe. 🍐🍎🍐🍎🍐🍎🍐
Hi Anne. It took about 6 or 7 days I think. It was pre grey hair - about 12 years ago so hard to remember. I only started recording my work in November 2019.
@@jamesparkersculpture Aww. Not to worry but it truly is incredibly beautiful. 6-7 dsys ... you are amazing !!!! 🌿🌷🌿
Hello James. I hope you're doing OK. Your work is first-class. We met a couple of times last year when I bought a piece of stone from you then came back for slate scraps, trading you for one of my paintings. All the best to you.
Hey! How are you doing? Amazed that you found me on TH-cam! I just started before Christmas. Hope you are well.
@@jamesparkersculpture Thanks for replying James. It's great to see how popular your channel is and the presentations are upbeat and interesting. We met after you advertised a long piece of stone which had cracked and in separating it with a chisel, I became the owner of TWO of your sculptures, both of which are standing in my sculpture garden. And your channel found ME! I'm good thanks and I WAS going great guns with paintings in galleries and shows lined-up for this year. I still work every day. Stock levels are very good! I could do with more offcuts if you have any. Usual fee? (square semi-abstract landscape).
Anytime. I love your painting but don't feel as though you need to give me anything in return! Give us a shout before you come. I'll make sure I'm around!
@@jamesparkersculpture Thank you James, aye. It's rude just to turn up and I'm not rude. I have an exhibition of my paintings on my channel called The Lockdown Show. If you have three and a half minutes, please have a look.
Ooo! Ooo! I see 'my' green apple! I better go buy lottery tickets. Great vid, James. Sometime we just stumble upon what we're supposed to do with our lives.
😉 It is funny where we finish up!
Hi James, being an artist my self. And seeing your work. Have you thought about making the world?
Glass as the water using the slate as the continents, maybe even raised a little off the water?
Anyhow free idea thanks for your videos
Hi Sharon, Thanks. Hope you enjoyed it.
Yes - I've thought about it, in fact I've experimented in blue and green slate - similar concept.
@@jamesparkersculpturenice! Globes. I've been planning on moving to Scotland. Glencoe way. I love globes. I might look you up and commission a piece or two if I get the chance. Lovely work!
I know, I'm 4 years, 3 months late but...Anyway, I do have 2 questions for you:
Have you ever tried, or is it even possible, to combine materials for a different effect when light hits it?
When are we going to see you in the Raptor with Craig, Kev and Graeme for a day of hoof trimming?
I really love your sculpture you show on the beginning picture. That would be so beautiful in a exotic garden. If I was rich, you would be so busy. Haha!!
Thanks Sandi!
Your work is phenomenal. Thank you.
Thanks very much Ted
Good for you for keeping the sense of mystery!
Thanks for your comment!
Here's a few questions for your next one... Do your clients have a sculpture in mind, do they leave it up to you, or do you collaborate? And have you thought about expanding your materials ie: wood veneer or sheet metal etc?
Thanks Lesley. Will add them to the list! Much appreciated.
I absolutely love your work. One thing I wanted to ask but I had forgotten, can and do you mix the materials you use to make something that's stone, glass and bronze? Does that affect the creations? I absolutely loved seeing all your different pieces in context as well, it makes them really come to life.
Hope you and your family are staying safe during this time.
Thank you! There's no reason why not!
Very interesting video. Love all you work Thanks for sharing. Locust Grove, Georgia USA
Thanks Steven! Great to have you watching all the way from Georgia!
That little cube is so cool! Of course, I love your big sculptures too, but that small one is just so awesome. I saw a brief shot of a sphere on an angle. It looked like a planet to me. Have you ever done anything that looks like Jupiter or Saturn? They would be really cool too.
Thanks Laura, I've made quite a few spheres on the tilt and often thought of planets and colourations. I've not made anything inspired by planets thus far. Only 'Light' inspired by the Milky Way
Hi James, do you still have the original 8" cube in slate? Whatching you make that on it's side with the pieces of slate standing on their would have made a great video👍
Hi John. Thanks. Yes, I do have the slate original. The foundry have it just now for comparison when casting new bronzes.
Great video what awesome sculptures you created.now a question has the hoof GP got one . Well done James.👍🍺🇬🇧🤘
Thanks Garry. No Grim's not got one.... yet!
@@jamesparkersculpture yet. 😊
Great informative video.
Thanks James
My pleasure Graham. Thank you!
Your art is beautiful. I enjoy your videos very much.🇺🇸
Thanks Jane. That's kind of you!
Very beautiful pieces. It says self taught, have you gone back to become formally trained?
Hi Wanda,
No I'm completely self taught.
All my formal training is in aircraft engineering! 😂
wow!!! hi from Ont Canada!!!😊🇨🇦☺
Thanks. Hi to you too. Great to have you watching from Canada!
Nice fireside chat! Really interesting.
Thanks Michael
James, have you ever asked glass makers to make colors for you?
Hi Michael. I did some digging a while sho but didn't get very far!
I came from a video of your brothers "The hoof doctor".
I'm glad you did! Thanks. Hope you enjoy my work and videos!
Your brother the Hoof Sculptor sent me here.
Thanks for checking my channel out! Hope you enjoy my work!
Beautiful James ❤️
Thank you!
Hi James, have you finished Graham’s hoofs sculpture yet??
Nope - not yet!
So beautiful
Thank you
Glass egg was perfect
Thanks Brenda
Your brother ( GP )sent me 😉
Thanks for hopping over to my channel John...hope you enjoy!
Hi from Argentina! Amazing work!
Hi David! Thank you. Great to have you watching all the way from Argentina!
It seems that every art form has the same problem, whether it's writing or painting or sculpture... As a woodcarver some designs say no, and change the direction, despite my plans, just as a literary character cannot me made do setting contrary to their personality. That always amazes me.
A salmon would make a great sculpture
First !!! ❤️🇨🇦
Hi Katt! Hope you're well in Canada!
I really enjoyed this video!
Thank you Tammy! I'm delighted you did.
How do you fasten your layers together? Love your work.
Hi Vicki, glad you like my work! Regarding the fastening of layers, I cover that question in this video...I don't give away all my secrets though ;-) th-cam.com/video/iliiTePpswM/w-d-xo.html
@@jamesparkersculpture I realized that after I posted the question. It is very smart of you to leave that a mystery. I found you thanks to your brother. Love your posts.
@@jamesparkersculpture maybe do a project with Greames hooftight glue. It's so strong it could work on an installation.
Could you do a slate cone /glass ice cream cone?
I've made both slate and glass cones. They can be seen in my Instagram.
I was wondering how long a cast of your sculpture last. Would you do unlimited or limited editions of your casts?
A cast in bronze would last thousands of years. I make limited editions. Something big would be a smaller addition than the smaller sculptures.
@@jamesparkersculpture Oops...sorry James, I didn't ask the question incorrectly. I meant how long do the molds last that are used to make cast iron.
Are the pieces fused together?
No - they are not fused.
Hi. Does the sculpture crack or suffer during freezing snow and hail? Thank you. Love your work!😎👍🏻
Thanks Steven. I've not had any issues so far. Chicago hit down ti minus 43 degrees centigrade and my Apple there has been fine.
Hey James. Funny thin is; I’m originally from Chi-town! Lol! It gets super cold in Chicago no doubt! If your glass stands up to winter there it stands up anywhere! I hope your work could be displayed by one of the Picasso’s there. Chicagoans love and appreciate great art like yours. Congrats! 😎👍🏻
@@computeuThanks Steven, would be good to spend more time there. I think I was there for two nights! Our daughter had just been born. 24 hours on a plane for about 40 hours on the ground 😂
The Hoof GP sent me. 😂😂😂
Animal-wise, maybe a snail or nautilus or helix shell?
I've actually looked at these design for a cruise ship project a few years ago.
Do you use any 3D design software to aid with your work?
Hi Ryan, No - I've never used anything like that. I wouldn't know where to begin to be honest. Usually just a pen and paper. Often I spend a lot of time thinking through the more complicated forms but I've never used 3d software of any sort.
James Parker Sculpture there are some tools that we use in the 3D modeling world that would totally apply to your workflow. Search TH-cam for “rhino contour” if you want to see some examples of what I’m referencing.
When my father's legacy goes through probate in 4 months, I am definitely interested in commissioning you for a sculpture. Perhaps if we exchange emails, I can start having conversations with you about my ideas and possible costs.
Thanks Carole. You're welcome to email enquiries@jamesparkersculpture.co.uk should you like to discuss a commission.
Do your other siblings have TH-cam channels? What are their professions?
Hi Karen, My brother Graeme has a channel. The Hoof GP - amazing! My brother Robert (Bob) works I fraud prevention. He's also a writer and has written a few books. Kirsty and Susan, my sisters help my mother in her coffee shop.
What other materials do you work in?
Hi Karen, check out some of my other videos. Slate, steel, bronze, wood and glass.
different colored glass?
Sorry - I don't understand the question.
Hey! Love your work! Your bro needs you to make him a glass cow! Lol
Hi there, glad you like my work!
Glass hoof. 😂
Do you have any of your artwork, in your own home?
None of my own....just other peoples. We need a bigger garden!
Can you take me as an apprentice?
God i love your videos
Thanks Jacob! That's very kind of you.
Made out of wood circle