Hawthorn - Cast Paper
Width: 16.25 inches
Height: 16.25 inches
"Hawthorn" is a captivating landscape featuring a prominent Hawthorn tree, known as the May tree in Celtic tradition, inspired by the Celtic zodiac. This hand-painted paper casting, encased in a custom resin frame designed by the artist, portrays the essence of the Hawthorn sign, associated with birthdates falling between May 13th and June 9th. Against a backdrop of rolling hills, the Hawthorn tree symbolizes protection and transformation, inviting viewers to contemplate the rich symbolism of Celtic tradition in a scene of timeless beauty.
Paper Casting
Paper casting is to me the perfect medium. It allows me to use almost every skill set. A typical piece begins as a drawing or two. Then I sculpt it in wax. This is a long refining process and often the image sculpted is far different from the drawing. Then I build a dam around the wax and pour a rubber mold directly off the surface. A casting is made by pressing the wet cotton pulp into the mold and extracting the water. Then I finish the surface.
While every piece that emerges from the mold is about the same, no two are painted the same. Maybe I would if I could, but the painting process is always in flux. I am always experimenting with ways of mixing colors or washes and hard edges or new pigments. I spend about 75% of my time with the painted finishes. Click here to see the process.
