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Thursday, May 8, 2008

340. Mesh Skull

Hand Bent Brass Mesh (10in x 16in [25cm x 41cm]). I spotted this material when I was buying supplies for the Embossed Skull two days ago, which points up a bit of the reality of this project: I don't have a master plan for the skulls I am making. I have plenty of ideas written down and I have pre-scheduled a handful that involve other people, but for most I'm pretty much deciding what I'm going to do and buying supplies that day or at some point a day or two before; I am rarely prepared earlier than that.
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13 comments:

  1. PrixMadonnaMay 8, 2008 at 12:39 PM

    That is gorgeous, Noah! One of my favorites. Wait, how many times have I said that now?!

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  2. silvergirlMay 8, 2008 at 1:38 PM

    love the jaw line on this one- looks a bit like Lurch! ;)
    have you thought about covering the mesh with something (don't ask me what, though) and making it glow from within (using a lightbulb)?

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  3. NikoliMay 8, 2008 at 1:48 PM

    Very cool!

    Silvergirl beat me to it... Looks like a good paper mache base, or just put a light in it as is...

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  4. TatmanMay 8, 2008 at 2:08 PM

    Not having a set plan or step by step instructions is a real testament to your creativeness. Awesome work as usual!

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  5. ElinMay 8, 2008 at 8:30 PM

    That IS gorgeous.

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  6. Suzanne DargieMay 8, 2008 at 9:26 PM

    My initial reaction was "Oooooooooo! THAT'S GORGEOUS!"

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  7. katillac deVilleMay 8, 2008 at 11:56 PM

    I need one of those done into my front screen door. Maybe that would keep away the solicitors (including the ones who think they can convert me to their religion)!

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  8. annecopelandMay 9, 2008 at 12:43 AM

    WOW, This one is downright real looking! Very spooky for sure! Excellent and inspirational art as always. Peace and many blessings, Annie

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  9. Couchgirl13May 9, 2008 at 7:50 AM

    Very cool! I also would love to see this backlit with a light. I wouldn't cover it though, you'd lose the effect and detail. So I gotta ask, did you use your own face as a mold to start this? lol

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  10. MonkeyGurrrrrlMay 9, 2008 at 2:50 PM

    What I want to know is what do you do with the "made" skulls (i.e., things that do NOT have to be returned to their owners/proprietors/etc. once the work is done)???!? Will you be e-bay-ing them? Gifting them to friends? Sending them to your favorite politicians? Because if it something toward the first, I want to get in line NOW.

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  11. NoahMay 9, 2008 at 2:55 PM

    Monkeygurrrrl: I'm holding on to them for future display at which point some will be for sale. Some may also end up on ebay, but I haven't worked out the details yet. Don't worry I'll keep you all updated on this!

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  12. Monster-ManiacMay 9, 2008 at 11:32 PM

    Piratey!

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  13. ohmissandiMay 10, 2008 at 1:30 AM

    this is a great site! i'm now very sad i came in on day 340...

    there are some lovely pieces here. keep up the wonderful work!

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