Commissioned

After viewing a number of proofs offered for selection, the local sculptor chose the artwork featured on the left for his 'One Man and a Dog' Exhibition invitation card. He liked the warmth of the chocolate shadow and the sunny yellow background. He especially liked the addition of the swinging lead. I think the lead nicely joins and connects the two together (and makes the shadow Harry more 'dog-like').

Proofs were made using three woodblocks registered and carved in a traditional Japanese woodcut technique. Each block was carved, rolled with ink and then hand printed using a ball-bearing baren. The print featured here uses only two blocks. There were a number of proofs with the third block representing a shadowed gravel road layer over the chocolate and yellow. However, the sculptor preferred the crispness of this image.

The sculpture of Harry is life-sized and is currently at the foundry being cast in bronze. When ready, an unveiling ceremony and exhibition will be held at the Tom Bass Sculpture Studio.

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