Duet 2009-2010
Duet 2009-2010
Made from a single log of eucalyptus cut in half lengthwise. The tallest of the two forms is eleven feet high.
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Duet 2009-2010
Duet 2009-2010
Both forms have been finished and oiled. Bruce is standing next to the female figure to show the scale of the work.
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Duet 2009-2010
Duet 2009-2010
Another view of the finished sculpture.
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Duet, 2009-2010
Duet, 2009-2010
21 ton eucalyptus log being cut in half to create the sections from which Duet will be made
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Duet, 2009-2010
Duet, 2009-2010
After four hours of sawing the log has been cut in half. The section on the right has been rigged to lift it upright so it can be placed vertically on blocks.
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Duet, 2009-2010
Duet, 2009-2010
The two halves have been placed upright on blocks in preparation for carving.
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Duet, 2009-2010
Duet, 2009-2010
Bruce is working from a specially made scaffold that was built onto the tractor's forks. This work platform was crucial for making many of the vertical cuts on the two figures.
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Duet, 2009-2010
Duet, 2009-2010
Bruce is undercutting a section of the male figure to create a cubist-like design element
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Duet, 2009-2010
Duet, 2009-2010
Here, Bruce is carving a series of spiral-shaped pleats on the female figure to suggest the look of a dress or cape that is swirling around her back.
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Duet, 2009-2010
Duet, 2009-2010
The two forms have now been moved to their permanent site and each has undergone additional carving that is now complete. At this point they are ready for a coat of oil sealer.
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Duet, 2009-2010
Duet, 2009-2010
The male figure on the right has been completely oiled. Bruce is now coating the female figure.
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Duet 2009-2010
Duet 2009-2010
Bruce is shaping the flank of the female figure with a chainsaw.
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