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An extraordinary find in South Australia....

Today we bring you the remarkable story of a prolific artist whose work was only discovered after his death....

Wonderful woodwork in Wales!

Today we meet a talented tree carver who loves to inspire and fire people’s imagination through his creations, made out of tree stumps or waste timber. Image: treecarving.co.uk

Furniture

The Hannah Cabinet

The Hannah Cabinet has been badly damaged in the recent floods in NSW & Qld. We repost the story of Geoffrey Hannah and the remarkable cabinet he made which iwas on display at the Lismore Reginal Gallery. Image: abc.net.au

Woodwork

Preserving the art of traditional Japanese woodcraft – Part 2

Today we meet an Australian artist who is dedicated to preserving the Japanese woodworking art of Kumiko, the beautiful decorative lacework of tategu, by teaching others through his books and workshops. Image: soranews24

Woodwork

Preserving the art of traditional Japanese woodcraft – Part 1

Today we look at the ancient types of Japanese carpentry and woodwork. The unique skills to construct everything without the use of any glue, nails, or electric tools are in danger of being lost. But there is a growing movement keep them alive. Image: Fine Arts Museum, Boston.

Naive and Folk Art

Folk Art of North Carolina

Folk Art is an ancient craft and it is wonderful to see the skills not only being preserved but extended to allow for the freedom of artistic expression. Our artistic artisans today come from North Carolina. Image credit: laurainelilliestudios.com

Sculpture

Mesmerising, moving wood sculptures!

Today we look at the fascinating hand carved wooden sculptures of David Roy, which move without battery, motor or power - just through winding a spring! Image: woodthatworks.com

Woodwork

Monday's Feature Art Work: Framed!

Our feature art work today showcases through a video the art of restoring a frame brought to you by the National Gallery Victoria and their consevator MaryJo Lelyveld. The painting is "North Wind" by Frederick McCubbin (1855-1917) Image:ngv.vic.gov.au

Woodwork

Reflection: Wood Workers

Isn't it wonderful to watch an artisan at work, especially if they are working in wood which I love. Reflect on those who can turn a glorious gift of a tree from nature into a beautiful work of art. Image: Les raboteurs de parquet (1876) by Gustave Gaillebotte (en.wikipedia.org)

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Mail Bag: April

Bringing news from subscribers including the Bungendore Wood Work Gallery (Canberra), Regents Park (London), Fortuna Villa (Bendigo). Image: Mural by Doris Lee (commons.wikimedia.org)

Tribute

The Legacy of Poldi Mimovich

Sharing more icons and sculptures created by Leopoldine Mimovich.

Tribute

Remembering Poldi Mimovich

Remembering the great talent of Australian sculptor Leopoldine (Poldi) Mimovich.

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We've Got a Full Mail Bag

Our mail box includes news about works by Bendigo sculptor Ola Cohn, an exhibition at ther Bendigo Art Gallery from the collection of Paul Guest, photos of driftwood sculptures from the Singapore Glasshouses and photos from Regents Park.

Sculpture

Driftwood

The beauty of driftwood which finds its last resting place on a glorious beach is our reflective inspiration for today. Nature will always be the best artist.

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Unbridled Mail

Broken Chair a sculpture in wood by the Swiss artist Daniel Berset, constructed by the carpenter Louis Genève. Also showcasing Chainsaw artist Linton Torr and lego artist Gary Piggott.

Trees

Mail from Blog Subscribers

Showing a work by John Brady who transformed dead stumps from the Ave of Monterey Cypress trees at Lakes Entrance into memorial statues.

Sculpture

ChainSaw Art

Showcasing chainsaw artists including Jesse Green (The Machine), Ray Murphy (on video) and Ken Kaiser.

Botanical Art

Joan White

Joan White is a very different kind of artist in that she doesn't paint on canvas or board, she paints on pieces of wood cut from trees.

Furniture

Shaker Furniture

Of all art forms furniture has to meet the greatest variety of requirements. It has to be functional for everybody using it across all ages and physical ability. Shaker Furniture meets many of these requirements.

Spain

The Alhambra and Escher

In mosques, where a wealth of these geometric patterns could be found, one could contemplate the infinite nature of God simply by looking at the walls or ceiling. The Influence of Islamic Art on M.C. Escher

Drawings

M. C. Escher

Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898–1972) was a Dutch graphic artist who made mathematically inspired woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints. He was the master of illusion.

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