Design: Hedgehog Decorative Vase |
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This solid beech decorative vase (approx 6" high) has a woodland theme. The wraparound scene has been designed in such a way that it can be viewed from three different angles to form a complete picture. This piece is now held in the collection of a Finnish customer. |
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Thumbnail Sketch |
Pencil Design |
A thumbnail sketch of the basic idea for the layout was first prepared on paper. Chosen to reflect the type of wood from which the vase is made, a beech tree sets the scene for a newly awoken hedgehog peering over at another still in hibernation at the base. Using a soft 2B pencil, the design was lightly sketched and further developed directly on the vase. |
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Design in Progress |
Finished Design - Front View |
Burning commenced with the two hedgehogs as the main focal point of the piece, using the pencil lines as a guide. A woodmouse searching for nuts amongst the beech leaves provides added interest to the front view of the completed scene. |
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Finished Design - Left View |
Finished Design - Right View |
A grey squirrel scampering down the tree provides a focal point for the left view of the scene, while a clump of bluebells growing at the base is a focal point in the right view. On completion the vase was sealed with three coats of a non-yellowing satin varnish and given a baize lined base. |
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