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Architectural Carved Ornament
Often when clients approach our studio and think of ornamentation they envision Queen Ann or Victorian style wood carving with motifs of yesteryears. One of the most important ideas that we try to
communicate is that wood carved ornament can be classical or absolutely contemporary in style. It is like the english language where letters
organized into words had been used to create the classic literature of the past. The same language structure is used today to make contemporary
statements of literature as well. The same is true of wood carving.
Wood carved ornamentation, in many respects, is like the signature of a room. It can create the personality, whether it is motifs on kitchen cabinets, carved fireplace mantel, ceiling beams or details in select areas around a room. The details can be elegant or whimsical, the key is that they add a complementary contrast to a room or environment. In simple design theory, architectural geometrical lines of the room elegantly contrast the curved shapes on which wood carving design is built on.
Calvo Studio can address your artistic architectural or whimsical needs. We will meet with both you and your architect or designer and
explore the possiblities to enhance your environment with wood carved details. All said and done, our first priority is to take into
consideration the character of a room and how to complement it. Second, and most importantly, is the question of what imaginative themes
are important to you the client. These can be non-related to architecture details, but knowing this we can personalize the room by weaving
these themes into the new carved wood motifs. We can also work with contrasting woods (for example: alder or white oak against walnut)
which can add a contemporary touch and bring out the natural warmth of different types of wood. Basically, the possibilities
are unlimited.
David Esterly Wood Carving: I want to take a moment to commemorate David Esterly, a fellow carver who was gifted in carved ornament and recently passed away. Wood carving requires a trememdous amount of dedication to master the skill. I know the time it takes. I always had respect for David's work. He name was James David and I am a David James. We are all connected in the fabric called life and he will be missed. Life is short so try to enjoy every moment.