Abstract Wood Sculpture - Spontaneous Form No.1 - Carved From Walnut - 2018 - Freestanding, Expressionist, Modern, Rocky, Knife-finished Sculpture

The process for this sculpture was different than usual. I was waking from an afternoon nap and the image appeared in my mind. I quickly drew it down on paper and got straight to work. This sculpture required holes drilled into the middle of the piece so that was taken care of while the stock was flat and clampable. As the sculpture came along, I realized that this rocky appearance was very suitable for the form and concept. Taking note of the grain direction and optimal cutting direction for each part of the sculpture came in handy when making the final cuts at the end. Making the cuts in the right direction at the end is essential for the clean chiseled appearance. This form draws from bits of our surroundings; curves from animals, elements from human physiology and the wilderness. It adds a surreal metaphorical touch to bind the piece together conceptually. There is an awareness of limitations of physicality and a slight struggle hinting at our incapacity to transcend our physical connection to the earth.