lips Posted September 4, 2017 at 11:06 AM Report Share Posted September 4, 2017 at 11:06 AM Nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
陳德聰 Posted September 4, 2017 at 04:18 PM Report Share Posted September 4, 2017 at 04:18 PM 5 hours ago, Cherie Lee said: oh yeah, I still think I'm having issues with those last few strokes, much like I did on my very first post, so I obviously have some kind of hang-up! Well you would have had me fooled. Absolutely gorgeous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cherie Lee Posted September 4, 2017 at 04:31 PM Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2017 at 04:31 PM Really, 陳德聰? Really?? As much as my ego puffed up to read that I was sure you would have a few pointers for improvement! (Even though I'm grinning like an idiot right now) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
陳德聰 Posted September 4, 2017 at 04:49 PM Report Share Posted September 4, 2017 at 04:49 PM I suppose at a certain point you have to be concerned that the person might think you 3D printed it there, I found the only possible downside I could Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cherie Lee Posted September 4, 2017 at 05:12 PM Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2017 at 05:12 PM Just when I thought my smile couldn't get any bigger Now if only I could get the REAL piece started! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cherie Lee Posted September 6, 2017 at 09:33 AM Author Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 at 09:33 AM You know guys, I just want to take a second and thank you all once again. All of the subtle, nuanced assistance on improving the carvings is I D E A L for me. It's how I think and work and precisely what I came here hoping for. But that's not what was *really going to make this piece good. In truth, for a whole 'nother reason, it was doomed...until I got here. Here's why: Did you ever see a ceramic sculpture of an origami crane? It's *shaped like an origami crane, but underneath there's no origami. I was treating the carves as ceramic origami. Heartless shapes. Somehow, I thought I could carve a *word* (a most respectable conveyance) with meaning, without even respecting how it's written. *That's hubris, my friends, so thank you for leading me out of my dark ignorance. Can't make a paper crane without bothering to know how to fold it You taught me that most basic foundation 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lu Posted September 6, 2017 at 10:48 AM Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 at 10:48 AM 1 hour ago, Cherie Lee said: Did you ever see a ceramic sculpture of an origami crane? It's *shaped like an origami crane, but underneath there's no origami. I've never seen that, but I like the comparison (as long as there is no implied beating yourself up about it). I love how much time and enthousiasm you've put into learning how to fold the crane. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley Posted September 6, 2017 at 09:11 PM Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 at 09:11 PM My friend did a ceramics course years ago. One of her briefs was to use ceramics to make something not usually made from clay. She very skilfully made an egg box out of the thinnest translucent porcelain. It was made to look almost exactly like one of those cardboard egg boxes you get your eggs in at the store. It was a wonderful creation of something that was more delicate than the thing it was to protect. And yes she got a 2:1 in her degree. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cherie Lee Posted September 6, 2017 at 09:53 PM Author Report Share Posted September 6, 2017 at 09:53 PM Sounds so lovely. I respect the ability because I wouldn't know how to begin such a thing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Cherie Lee Posted September 14, 2017 at 06:17 PM Author Popular Post Report Share Posted September 14, 2017 at 06:17 PM Howdie Strangers! I don't usually want people to see works in progress (they always look so *rough until the end), but I wanted to share my happiness that I managed to squeek in enough drill time to at least start laying it all out. So, just so you don't think I petered out on ya'll: (Not much yet, but I'm feeling good about it so far) 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
陳德聰 Posted September 14, 2017 at 06:37 PM Report Share Posted September 14, 2017 at 06:37 PM Looking good! I feel like I am watching a serial drama where each post is like a cliffhanger leaving me waiting in agony for the next instalment 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cherie Lee Posted September 14, 2017 at 06:59 PM Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2017 at 06:59 PM Oh my god, I hope we can make it to the season finale without losing any main characters!!! Trust me when I tell you that's *exactly the anxiety I feel *doing it! I'm terrified the whole time Here's to a compelling but *good story with a happy ending! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cherie Lee Posted September 16, 2017 at 11:18 AM Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2017 at 11:18 AM I'm afraid I'm past the point where I am will to share images until the end (almost - I might [will] need help along the way), but in case any one at all is still interested in how it might be going I didn't want to leave ya' hanging. Yesterday was productive in that I got the piece all blocked out and each line is now etched in stone, so to speak ('etched in egg' doesn't have the same verbal effect, even if the practical effect remains the same! I'm committed now! ). I can finally see what 'shape' the negative spaces will cause, and I am positivly thrilled that the effect should be beautifully balanced, and the layout itself is also pleasing me greatly. So the end of this update is that I am feeling *way* positive so far. This piece has every reason and opportunity be a rousing success (I never said that before, and now that I did, it felt a little like the "break a leg" superstition! *Ack*!) Now all I have to do is stay out of its way and let it come to fruition Side note: I can't say I know much about forums decorums and such, (I just figured out 'likes' even existed yesterday [yes, I'm that slow]) but i wanted to congratulate my dear friend 陳德聰 for apparently getting a ton of 'em. (I tried to find the conversation in question, but did I mention my forum foibles?) After all, if I knew this stuff, I'd have already collaborated and seen more of Zbigniew's Wonderful Works by now, too! I'll get better so I can like you all more, umm, officially, ok? Winky face! Eww - I looked at that post and realized: I talk to much! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lu Posted September 16, 2017 at 11:53 AM Report Share Posted September 16, 2017 at 11:53 AM 33 minutes ago, Cherie Lee said: This piece has every reason and opportunity be a rousing success (I never said that before, and now that I did, it felt a little like the "break a leg" superstition! *Ack*! I won't wish you good luck on the final stretch then, I'll wish you: Break an egg! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cherie Lee Posted September 16, 2017 at 01:44 PM Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2017 at 01:44 PM Oh... My.... HolyGoodGod- why did that never occur to me?!?! That earned you a good hearty groan! Every punsters laughter! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cherie Lee Posted November 22, 2017 at 09:56 PM Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2017 at 09:56 PM Hi everybody....or, at least, hello anyone left. Remember me? I was away from here for too long, but only because I was away from my drill for (far! ) too long. But I'm clawing my way back. I thought I'd post a pic or two just to mark some progress. First, the bottom of the egg. It's not quite done because all fine-tuning happens at the same time, far down its road. And some of the fraying you might see inside is likely just membrane, which won't be bleached out until the utmost final step (it's always a nice reveal). These are all reasons I wouldn't normally show works in progress, but at this point I consider you guys co-conspirators! The flower will be more subtle when done, and while it seems like a rude insert, it's actually my signature, and being the very base of the piece really won't even be seen. The secondary words are rather subtle, really just scratched into the surface, so they can be easier to see when back lit: ...very grass-scripty. The lettering is mostly traditional at the top and slides all the way down to nearly abstract as it slides lower down the egg. So, just a quick peek so you don't all think I disappeared. I hope to be able to dedicate serious time now (it's been going on too long! ), so stay tuned! It's good to be back 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley Posted November 22, 2017 at 10:00 PM Report Share Posted November 22, 2017 at 10:00 PM Oh well done, one for sharing and two for your excellent work. It looks like its going to be a masterpiece when finished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
陳德聰 Posted November 24, 2017 at 08:06 AM Report Share Posted November 24, 2017 at 08:06 AM I am so glad to see that you’ve kept at it! It looks gorgeous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cherie Lee Posted February 27, 2018 at 12:37 PM Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 at 12:37 PM MOHi everybody....or, at least, hello anyone left. Remember me? I was away from here for too long, but only because I was away from my drill for (far! ) too long. But I'm clawing my way back. I thought I'd post a pic or two just to mark some progress, and to again elicit your assistance, if you're willing. First, the bottom of the egg. It's not quite done because all fine-tuning happens at the same time, far down its road. And some of the fraying you might see inside is likely just membrane, which won't be bleached out until the utmost final step (it's always a nice reveal). These are all reasons I wouldn't normally show works in progress, but at this point I consider you guys co-conspirators! The flower will be more subtle when done, and while it seems like a rude insert, it's actually my signature, and being the very base of the piece really won't even be seen. The secondary words are rather subtle, really just scratched into the surface, so they can be easier to see when back lit: ...very grass-scripty. The lettering is mostly traditional at the top and slides all the way down to nearly abstract as it slides lower down the egg. So, just a quick peek so you don't all think I disappeared. I hope to be able to dedicate serious time now (it's been going on too long! ), so stay tuned! It's good to be back 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cherie Lee Posted February 27, 2018 at 12:41 PM Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 at 12:41 PM I'm so sorry, I think I just reposted a previous post, but it's an appropriate re-introduction, I suppose. It's time for me to come back and offer my final posting on this site. It's the end of this story and the ending has been long in coming. Please bare with me a few moments longer, and we will begin our tale anew..... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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