The discussion and refining of abstract form. David Groth documentary, chapter 7 of 9.
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- čas přidán 4. 03. 2011
- In this video segment I discuss and carve design elements that can be refined and or changed to create a more dynamic sculptural statement. At this stage the pieces have already been rough carved and kiln dried and it is time to make final decisions that will give each piece greater cohesive form and movement. This video is the seventh of 9 chapters in my 81 minute documentary titled "The creation of abstract form in wood: Carving sculptural tables." More information can be found on my website www.davidgroth.com
I want to see a five story or a twenty story building made after one of your sculptures. That would be a killer condominium complex with winding stairs wrapped around concealed elevators in the legs, and the ultimate penthouse suite being one of those top shapes.
Sounds great to me...just need an architect thinking the same way!
God has really blessed you David with an amazing talent. Love your work! I know it brings Jesus Glory with your creative hands. God bless you sir very inspiring. I would Love to sit under your teaching and meet you.
I certainly appreciate that you like my work, thank you!
William Doubleu must say I have to agree with that. Religion is the biggest con to ever be visited on man in the history of the world.
For me as an artist, very recognizable design choices. I would probably have resolved many of the choice the same way. Nice work David!
Thanks!
beeldhouwerij, It is interesting to see where the piece demands vs when David decides. I too am a sculptor and just binged on the first seven videos... I love seeing David's choices and direction and appreciate hearing his thoughts!
Thanks for all the hard work doing these videos David! Love the videographer's expressions of fascination and appreciation throughout!!
Love your work. If you ever come out to the east coast/ New England I'd love to entertain you at my shop, (I owe you).
Amazing.
I will be praying for you sir to have more time to do the creative things you love to do, when you do find the time you will be more imaginitive than you have ever been in Jesus name amen.
Hi David, absolutely love your work, I'm an amateur chainsaw sculpture from Ireland usually doing just free form interests of my own. I however don't dry my work which can end up in cracks. I'm very impressed with your kiln, and was wondering if it wasn't much trouble, could you tell me about it, what it consists of etc would like to construct one for myself, kind regards.
Hi Keith,
The box structure is 2x4in. framing with solid core inslulation and plywood sheathing on the outside. There are two 250 watt heat lamps connected to a rheostat for temperature control and a greenhouse type thermostat for temperature monitoring. The heat lamps should be situated so that direct light is not shining onto the wood being dried. Mine are in an old porcelain back to a toilet. I keep two pottery bowls on top of the light container and keep them filled for about three weeks with the kiln temperature between 120 - 130 degrees Fahrenheit (so as to keep a high humidity environment) and then another couple weeks dry. Different variations will work with different wood types...this technique happens to work with the wood I use and only up to about 3.5 inches thick.
Glad you like my work and thanks for the compliment.
David Groth Hi David,
Thank you so much for the information on your kiln, i just had a chance to look at your response earlier, I've already started to look into some of the listed components online.
I have to say watching your videos have gave me a breath of fresh air of inspiration, I love the way your work has a nature like constant flow of movement, and I think a lot of this is not only down to the abstract shapes within, but also the chiseled rippling finish throughout.
I have never usually finished of any of my work with any hand tools as such, other than a Dremel rotary and glass paper, but now feel inspired to try and give some of my work a textured finish also.
As I had previously mentioned I'm from Ireland, a far cry from any of that beautiful myrtlewood unfortunately, as I would love to experiment with it, not only for the dexterity of which this beautiful hard wood seems to be worked with but also the structural qualities you mentioned it has due to it's crossing intertwined fibres, especially in the root sections.
However I'd heard you compare the make up of this wood to that of Eucalyptus on one of your videos, a wood we would have an abundance of, strong winds in this part of the world with a shallow root systems has them blowing down all over the place. Although they can have stunning grains I think the wood itself could be a little light.
I was wondering if you could please advise one last time... Is Eucalyptus as tactile to work with, has the roots the same structural qualities, and would you know of any other redly available wood that may grow on these Isles that would have the same qualities as well as that beautiful dark (and sometimes moving into light) beautiful grain and colour?
I thank you once again for the continuing inspiration.
P.S. Sorry about the essay :)
Do you use wood puty to cover the holes of lag bolts?
So ... first & foremost beautifully done my good sir, secondly, what can a piece like this go for? PRICE wise? I would think hours upon hrs invested, mean's your time has to be of value??
@David Groth .. no disrespect intended , I really respect and enjoy your work . when i was younger i got a "Tribal Tattoo" just reminded me of it lol
I think that’s great and a good compliment!
Have you created more pieces this year?
This year I've been completely absorbed working on my rentals...so no time left over for creative work. Hopefully more time next year.
If tribal tattoos where tables!!
That's a good one...thanks!