Using minimal tools and a simple technique of bending; interweaving; and fastening together sticks; artist Patrick Dougherty creates works of art inseparable with nature and the landscape. With a dazzling variety of forms seamlessly intertwined with their context; his sculptures evoke fantastical images of nests; cocoons; cones; castles; and beehives. Over the last twenty-five years; Dougherty has built more than two hundred works throughout the United States; Europe; and Asia that range from stand-alone structures to a kind of modern primitive architecture--every piece mesmerizing in its ability to fly through trees; overtake buildings; and virtually defy gravity. Stickwork; Doughertys first monograph; features thirty-eight of his organic; dynamic works that twist the line between architecture; landscape; and art. Constructed on-site using locally sourced materials and local volunteer labor; Doughertys sculptures are tangles of twigs and branches that have been transformed into something unexpected and wild; elegant and artful; and often humorous. Sometimes freestanding; and other times wrapping around trees; buildings; railings; and rooms; they are constructed indoors and in nature. As organic matter; the stick sculptures eventually disintegrate and fade back into the landscape. Featuring a wealth of photographs and drawings documenting the construction process of each remarkable structure; Stickwork preserves the legend of the man who weaves the simplest of materials into a singular artistic triumph.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A fun crafts book!By Jeff RobertsWhat a cute and fun book!This little book is bound to inspire and the artist and craftsman within you. I was raring to go after reading through the introduction and even before getting to Chapter 1. And the organization is wonderful as the author leads you from the easier projects on into the more advanced; fanning the flames of creativity!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. but it will be a great resource bookBy Don FellerIt didnt have quite what I was looking for; but it will be a great resource book. The price was right and it was in great shape!!!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. good for beginners who want to personalize thingsBy liberal sprinklesThis book is great for beginner crafters who would like to learn how to make or personalize their own gifts and accessories. There is a good introduction with basics on materials and tools; as well as useful information on good combinations of materials (ink; paint; ink pad) to go with different printing methods and surfaces. Author Megan Lewis also gives a quick tutorial on carving rubber stamps - something you will need to know how to do for many of the projects.Lewis guides the reader in making or personalizing a variety of objects; from stamped bookplates and foam stamped journals to storage boxes and pillow cases. The project involve different types of stamping (repeat pattern stamping; negative space printing; reduction printing); as well as printing with objects like bubble wrap; cut foam; moldable foam stamps and string.The projects are quite easy and templates are provided for many of the stamp patterns; but some of them may require a bit of practice before you can carve them perfectly - if thats what you prefer although the imperfection of handmade objects is often what makes them just perfect! The instructions are clear and easy to follow although they are mostly written. The accompanying drawn illustrations are basic and not a detailed step-by-step guide for anyone who might prefer more visual instructions.Lewis designs are very cute and simple to execute - excellent if you want to put your stamp on things you have bought or have made yourself; but have no idea how to do so. This book may not be as useful for experienced crafters though as the techniques are quite basic.