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Square to round
Grid and Chiaroscuro began the same way. A jig that
could hold four small squares firmly in place was
mounted to a faceplate so I could shape the front of the
assembled larger square. Rotating the shaped pieces
creates different effects, especially when they’re mixed
with other shaped pieces. To arrive at a successful
combination took several trials but here’s a twist.
Switching lights in the workshop off in the evening I
noticed some new aspects of the shapes because of the
fall of light! And the next morning with soft side light
from a window I saw yet another series of undulating
surfaces. I’m yet to see where this moment of unexpected
insight will take me somewhere down the track.Always look ahead
It must be said, it’s one thing to start off with a clear vision
for a piece, however working out how to create individual
components and then piece them together is another matter.
Not to forget suitable assembly that doesn’t override the
appearance of the completed item. Then there are the little
tweaks that happen along the way, and sometimes the
realisation that the idea just simply will not work...Fingers crossed, things will visually and structurally
meld, but if not then it’s time to work out why and how to
overcome the problem. And then there’s next time!Photos: Andrew PotocnikAndrew Potocnik is a wood artist and
woodwork teacher who lives in Melbourne.
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