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VWA Artists in Residence Update

10 May 2023 Artist in Residence
Jess Humpston

The main piece I’ve been working on is a side table composed of two types of timber of different densities which are laminated together. The idea being once the piece has a charred finish is applied the two types of timber will burn at different rates creating an overall linear texture but cohesive appearance. The process has been interesting as there is a level of the unknown when applying a direct flame to your work and a required flexibility in how to resolve the final outcome. 

Using an ancient Japanese technique ‘Shou Sugi Ban’, which involves taking a live flame to timber and charring it.
Before and after, demonstrating how the two timber types have reacted differently under flame.
A hint of the piece I want to apply this technique to.
Detail of the two timbers.
Brushing back with a wire brush after charring.
Testing and refining the technique of ‘Shou Sugi Ban’.
Testing and refining the technique of ‘Shou Sugi Ban’.
Isabel Avendano

I have been playing and exploring a lot of ideas lately. I have been working on the lathe creating geometric shapes. At the same time, I have been manipulating tyre inner tubes using textile techniques. The aim is to combine these two processes together to create new work.

Tyre inner tubes using a textile technique.
Tyre inner tubes using a textile technique.
Geometric shape turned on the lathe.
Geometric shape turned on the lathe.

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