I knew that this magnificent piece of wood from spalted maple had to have some interesting things not yet beheld. Each cut revealed a new story woven into the fibers of the wood, tales of time and transformation captured in the delicate patterns of the spalted markings. It was as if the wood itself whispered secrets of the past.
As I chiseled away, I noticed the distinct hues in the wood, a striking contrast to the grain and spalted lines. Each passage I created wasn't just a means to expose the wood's inner beauty but a metaphor for the vulnerabilities and explorations we all face. I knew then that this work was more than sculpture; it celebrated nature's wood artistry, a testament to resilience and change. No matter the angle you view this piece's natural passages, you'll find incredible natural beauty in it.