Bringing the Bassalope.

Some of my image links still have not been imported; since my image-hoster rolled over to the new system. I assume all will be fixed, shortly, but email me if there is something that you can't see/find. Thanks.
:Eric

This is the piece that I put together for the 2007 Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship. I decided to scrap the semi-realistic representation and create a fantastical, stylised look. Pics click to enlarge.


First thing: Increase the size and 'movement' in the dorsal fin, clip the other fins down in size.






Second: I decided to add dimensional relief 'critters' to the side of the bass; building it out with modeling clay, styrofoam and premade papier-mache pieces.












Third: On the other side, I added premade masks, then added extra relief with clay and paper.







In the following pic, you can see how the small mask is tilted out (hot glue) at an angle and the space bridged with paper struts.






I began playing with other papier-mache pieces and a pair of antlers, to see possibilities. The antlers and the owl mask would stay (The pipe/rattle might).






In the last few days, I added a "hat", creating a false "plaiting" look, with rolled and flattened paper strips. This is where the piece is at, right now. Check out the youtube video (below) and let me know what you think. Big hello to the Yahoo-groups, papier-mache people.












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The "Reworking the Smallmouth Bass Sculpture" video.




My video channel at youtube.


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Websites whose podcasts I am listening to:

Urbanshooter. Kenn Blanchard in Washington DC gives us the funky truth about legal, conscientuous firearms ownership. Some info. is DC/America specific, but there is stuff for everyone. Father Kenn preaches a bit; but truth is truth, will out.

Sentient Developments Great transhumanist blog with a great podcast exploring the bleeding edge of post-humanist exploration. What?!!!! You just have to give it a whirl and stay curious.

Linux Reality. A podcast to introduce newbies to the the LINUX operating system. You've heard of it, but don't know what exactly it is? Me too; but I am learning.

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Jello Biafra keynote address (Part1) (Part2) at the Fifth HOPE.

Once again; truth is not happy, but you need to hear what he says. Take the time to download and listen.
[Strong language warning.]

Alternatively, go to Seeqpod (online flash player) and type in "Jello Biafra" and look for sunday keynote (1 & 2).

OR

Click and listen to Part1.


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Random useful stuff:

A review of the book - Dances with Dependency: Indigenous success through self-Reliance. It sounds like a tough look at the complacency of Native People's, ourselves.

Thunderbird Theater at HASKELL INDIAN NATIONS UNIVERSITY.

Another Native blogger, Indigenous Action Movement.

Our Indigenous People are beautiful. .we come from a rich and beautiful history with strong ancestors who would guide our steps .. if we would only listen

Mindblowing, strange realistic sculpture.

Daphne Odjig wins the Governor General's Awardfor visual arts.

American garbage giant, Waste Management, is trying to extend a landfill into a burial ground at the Cahokia mounds.

My Extra Life -- cartoon

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