The largest block is for a rather special bookplate. It has been commissioned in memory of the client's parents and everything in the design has significance. It is the most complex bookplate that I have been involved with but it has been a pleasure to work on this project. Here is a detail:
Boxwood is expensive but it is an absolute delight to engrave if detail is required. I am now clearing out the areas that will not print. This is laborious with boxwood, which resists such clearing but I want clear white areas around the lettering that is found at the top and bottom of the plate so I must keep at it.
Today, it seemed that summer was here again after some dull, damp days. The garden is looking glorious. Here is the large border:
I am sitting here contemplating some momentous news. I cannot go into detail yet but it seems that my dream of devoting myself completely to my art is finally going to happen! Watch this space... and fingers crossed.
4 comments:
That's exciting news, Andy. My fingers are crossed. Have fun with your new wood. The lemonwood is really pretty - don't think I've ever seen that type.
Best, Annie
Your work blows me away! How exciting to have those blocks of wood - My fingers were itching to hold them and (are they already sanded?) stroke the smooth surface and admire their potential. (Speaking as a fledgling wood engraver here).
Mellissa
Such gorgeous carving. Words cannot express.
Thank you for your kind words.
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