I've decided that a "links page" tends to bore most people to death. Its usually filled with links to other folks websites that link back to your page. Well, that's not my way.
I promise that if you decide to examine the links to other artists' pages you will see work that I consider to be worth the time to look at. Talented people that produce what I consider to be beautiful and insightful art.
If you check out the links for artists it will lead to cool ways to access tools, information, or other groovy items.
Please enjoy...
Random Stuff
Radar Hill - Best website development company in the world...maybe the universe. No, I did not receive any discount for providing this gushy plug.
West Coast Sculpture Association - A brilliant resource for experienced and emerging sculptors. An opportunity to meet and share information at the annual symposium. An absolute "must see" for any stone sculptor!
Sculpture resource for artists - Go to the community forums in the top right corner. Search for questions re: material / tools. Don't get too caught up in the metaphysical and philosophical hogwash that gets bandied about. Art should speak for itself.
Amateur geoligist - If you carve it, you have to learn about it, and you have to find it.
Plus it's just bloody fun..
Need a great Realtor? - The most serious financial decision most of us will make in our lifetime is the purchase of a house. If you need a trustworthy, 19 year veteran to assist you in the Victoria market. Take a look at Karen's website.
Ian Laval - Ian is a craftsman of the highest order; producing stunning pieces of fine furniture with incredible inlays, beautiful woods, and sterling silver hardware.
Furniture that is intended to remain in your family for generations.
Artist's links that are honestly worth looking at!
Artist Cal Hashimoto - a fascinating medium. wonderful execution. Bravo.
Isamu Noguchi - The most brilliant sculptor to fuse western influences and asian culture together in a variety of mediums in the 20th century.
Limitless talent.
Ivan Eyre - A Canadian powerhouse of landscapes. Subtle brilliant drawings stuffed with emotion. Technique honed from decades of dedication. Search out this artists work at every opportunity. His work has propelled far beyond significant.
Peter Callesen - Mr. Callesen's work has been sent around the internet claiming to be a contest from the Hirshorn Modern Art gallery. In truth, it is the work of one very talented and patient artist.
Fascinating depth from an everyday piece of paper.
Robert Lang's incredible Origami - Stunning work, taking origami into new directions creating fantastic items from a single sheet of paper.
This is what it means to redefine your genre. Absolutely brilliant.
Julie Chen's Brilliant works - This talented artist expresses her incredibly creative concepts through the format of limited edition works that surpass anyone's concept of printed work - and once you've seen one of her creations - your definition of what a 'book' can become will forever be altered. Truly inspirational.
William Hemmerling Gallery, New Orleans - Thanks for your time Kalle. I left the gallery and followed in Bill's footsteps and went straight to Cafe Du Monde, and ate Beignets, drank cafe au lait, and listened to the Jazz. Unlike bill, I never met Jesus there, but I can see how anything might be possible amidst the powdered sugar. Even though Mr. Hemmerling is no longer with us, he will always be an inspiration to artist everywhere that its never too late to make a difference; and to pay attention to the influences in our lives.
Elizabeth Turk Sculptor - "Reminds us what it means to be an artist" True indeed. I am humbled by this work. My words will sound hollow compared to what you will experience in these works. Bravo.
Tools and Supplies for artists
Neolithic Stone - A sculptor's candy store of stone. If you can dream it up, Randy has it. If he doesn't - you don't want it.
A worldwide purveyor of fine carving stone, you would be wise to ask any question you can think of. I think it would be safe to say he is likely the best resource for stone for artists in N. America - bar none. Amazing Trow & Holden air hammers, the best stone cutting blades, and a series of new burrs designed by sculptors FOR sculptors! Revolutionary - AWESOME!!
Jet Stik - you know you want one. - Using extreme heat for texturing and surfacing stone.
ICS concrete saws - It isn't a matter of 'will I get one' it is only a matter of 'when will I get one'
The pick of Destiny - This pick is the big Kahuna. It 4 pounds it might be a bit overkill for you recreational types...
But WOW! it moves stone. You can get a belt holder at Home Depot, or House of Tools, etc. for around $5-10 bucks.
Devair compressors - The reciprocating pumps on their compressors are unbelievable. If you cannot pony up the big bucks for a lifetime supply of air, do what I did...shop for an older Devilbiss.
Canadian company. 247 and 46422 pumps = awesome.
Worlds bestest charcoal bar none... - The best natural vine and compressed charcoal - in my opinion - bar none.
Nuf-said.
Opus Arts - Everyone knows about Opus I'm sure. But, its got a great vibe. Good mojo for arts supplies and the cheapest sketchbooks in the world.
Carlisle Fabrication - The key to knowing a good fabricator is finding one that you can trust. The folks at Carlisle are 100% reliable, trustworthy, and stand behind their work. If you are an artist and you need to have something fabricated. Call Carlisle. If you can think it - they can help you make it.
