Art Forms

Someone once asked me what the difference between art and science is. I thought this was a silly question at first, but they explained that science produces repeatable results, and that is essentially what art does.

My opinion on this is as follows:
All art recognizes science, but not all art is science. Allow me to explain. Science produces exacting, reproducible results. These results are almost indistinguishable from one scientist to another. Not so with art.

There are scientific methods that can be employed, but every artist will have their own flair, style, and that is what makes it beautiful. This applies to all art forms: Dance, drawing, painting, sculpture, martial arts, etc. No two artists will perform or create the same piece of art the same way. For example, there is a scientific set of steps to correctly perform a pirouette in dance, yet no two dancers will ever perform a pirouette the same way. They both follow the scientific methods, but there is something beyond the science that draws us in. The emotion that the artist emparts on their art form leaves a lasting impression that the world can see.

So there is almost always a scientific foundation to art, but art itself goes beyond science to create something greater. In essence, the artist imprints part of their soul into their creation, and that's what we find so beautiful.

Inspirational Plaque Time!

Finished another project today! This is an inspirational plaque that was commissioned recently. I bought a wooden plaque from my local craft store, but decided that it needed a vintage and worn white-washed look. As soon as I was out of the store, I threw the plaque on the parking lot and stomped on it, and kicked to my car, creating a rough, lightly beaten texture that one would expect on an old vintage plaque.

Next, I aged the wood to give it a driftwood appearance. Finally, I painted the lettering on and added a few light passes of whitewash, sanding it down in places to accentuate the aged look.

This 9x11 plaque was given an old, rustic farm-plaque look

I really like this piece and hope you do too!

Neverland In-Progress

I thought you might appreciate some in-progress pictures this time! I am creating a completely original sword and am very excited and nervous. This sword's design has changed so many times, I can't even remember the original concept that I had. Everything will be handcrafted by me except for the blade, though I am planning some exciting artistic treatments for it as well. Enough talk, let's see some pictures!