Olivia O'Connor, Heron (Art & Accessories)

Handcarved from a golden wattle tree branch that fell in a storm, I used the natural bend and twist in the timber to create the shape of the bird. I let the natural colour difference between heart and sapwood become the focal point of the piece, emphasising the outline of the wings. I worked hard to keep the design simple and let the natural beauty and shape of the timber capture the essence of a heron. 525mm H x 180mm W x 195mm L Materials: Golden wattle, oil, rock, stainless steel, clay, artists oils.

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