Direct carving method emphasizes the role of work and materials when finished. Unlike traditional methods sculpture, are highly and plan to use templates and intermediate models or maquettes, the direct method involves a more intuitive approach, in which the sculptor Other topics and carves observations coordinated with the material, thus allowing the natural qualities and the nature of the stone is revealed.

When I began creating abstract sculpture, I intuitively worked in the Direct Method, long before I knew this technique existed. For me, the art of carving stone into sculpture is a harmonizing of the discipline of my traditional carving training coupled with his intuitive style of sculpting. The artist begins the creative process by selecting a block or boulder that exhibits an individuality of color, texture or shape. Without a premeditated design in mind, I then explore the pre-existing qualities which are present in the stone and looks for the inherent design. Using a variety of handmade chisels and rasps, as well as several power tools equipped with diamond blades, I begin the reductive process of subtracting material and exaggerating and amplifying the natural characteristics of the stone.

The spontaneous process of the Direct Method allows for new perspectives and ideas to unfold unexpectedly. The emerging forms begin to influence the surrounding space which helps dictate what the artist should do next. I view this as an opportunity for the sculpture to begin to create itself, recognizing that the steps needed to complete the piece become more obvious. I am often pleasantly surprised by the results of this unorchestrated approach.

Once the overall design has been established, the piece moves through increasing levels of refinement. Surface textures can be chiseled for a rough look, honed and smoothed with sandpaper, or brought to a high luster with diamond polishing pads. Once again, the unique characteristics of the stone can help determine which finish is most appropriate. I then select a complementary stone and fashion it into a base for the sculpture. Both pieces are then carefully drilled and bolted together, and the sculpture is thoroughly cleaned and given a coating of sealer to protect it from the elements.

By using the direct method of carving into my work, I seek to combine innovation with the documents show the spirit, with a stone sculpture made aware of the natural beauty and nature property from within. Stone art sculptures are beautiful symbols of structured art works. Stones or rocks united in the construction of an artwork are truly a unique artwork to be discovered.

The visual arts encompass things like sculpture, painting and so on. The basis of visual arts is that of productions meant to entertain through the eyes without use of song, speech or writing. The artist is trying to make a point by the concept he or she has put together without having to speak about the topic. So in truth the artist is telling a story by using the visual images and how they transform into words in our brain. The feelings aroused when a person sees a particular piece of art is the idea behind visual art.

Throughout the history of the world there has been visual art in one form or another. Even the early days of man have shown us that we were interested in communicating with one another through art. Cave drawings depict hunts and so on that we as the modern day people attempt to interpret to learn more about the times. Art was thought to be the only form of communication that was available making it more appealing to the other people alive at the time.

When you move forward through history you see that visual art has played a major role in the culture of the countries around the world. This comes on the heels of the fact that many artists never realized any kind of fame or fortune during their lifetime as their work did not become appreciated until centuries later.

Case and point of this would be Vincent Van Gough. He was plagued by his own insecurity and addictions. His work was outside of the norm and hence it was not accepted by the art community of his time. Van Gough would spend his relatively short life painting but never selling. Today there is nothing shy of an extreme demand for his work. Examples of Van Gough’s paintings sell in the millions of dollar range and are highly sought after by serious art collectors.

The other side of the coin would be those artists that found fame and fortune during their life time and still have a huge following to this day. Leonardo Da Vinci is a prime example. Da Vinci was a highly popular painter and sculpture in his time and he had the attention of the royal family which gave him carte blanche on his work.

Visual arts make up a large portion of the artistic world and provide solace for those with tormented souls. All one has to do is visit an art gallery and learn to understand the way that artists view the world and interpret it for us.