What is Arborsculpture?
Arborsculpture is the art of utilizing the live tree as the sculptural medium. Grafting or inosculation is used to connect tree parts, pruning to remove unwanted growth. The 3d chess of sculpture.
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“Environmentally beneficial, very affordable, not to mention unique, arborsculpture could indeed become practical alternatives for producing smart, eco-positive furniture, landscaping, and shelter. ”
You too can accomplish the tree shaping projects of your desires and support the growth of this art by purchasing Richard's book.
The book includes the history of the art, how to do it yourself and interviews with nine tree trunk artist from six different countries.
The book describes the rich history of the art of arborsculpture. The author discovered an example in art history from 1516. The book is filled with interviews and stories of the people around the world who practice the art. Step by step instructions on how to start your own live arborsculpture projects.
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“You, like I may dream of having unique furniture or artwork in your garden. You may want a distinctive fence to screen a private yard. If so, then you’ll find arborsculpture not only fits your needs, but is a great way to grow closer to your land while developing a new skill”