Marilyn Sunderland Sculpts Gourds into Vegetable Art
Laura McQuarrie — June 6, 2013 — Unique
References: marilynsunderlandstudio & oddstuffmagazine
The astounding vegetable art created by Marilyn Sunderland is carved entirely out of gourds.
These intricate pumpkin carvings are clearly a step up from the Jack O' lanterns you might carve on Halloween. These decorative pieces have incredibly detailing that pulls from other elements of nature like leaves, flowers and animals. Sunderland is fascinated by gourd carving, as this all-natural art form has been used for centuries by ancient cultures. You might not expect that this edible material is so versatile. The artist notes that gourds are very versatile and can even be "carved like wood," painted, stained and dyed.
When the leaves start falling, these Autumnal creations would make beautiful centrepieces for the Thanksgiving table.
These intricate pumpkin carvings are clearly a step up from the Jack O' lanterns you might carve on Halloween. These decorative pieces have incredibly detailing that pulls from other elements of nature like leaves, flowers and animals. Sunderland is fascinated by gourd carving, as this all-natural art form has been used for centuries by ancient cultures. You might not expect that this edible material is so versatile. The artist notes that gourds are very versatile and can even be "carved like wood," painted, stained and dyed.
When the leaves start falling, these Autumnal creations would make beautiful centrepieces for the Thanksgiving table.
Trend Themes
1. Intricate Vegetable Sculptures - Opportunity for artisans to explore the art of gourd carving and create intricate vegetable sculptures.
2. Nature-inspired Detailing - Artists can incorporate detailed elements from nature like leaves, flowers, and animals into their sculptural designs.
3. Versatility of Gourd Carving - Exploring the versatility of gourd carving by using techniques such as painting, staining, and dyeing.
Industry Implications
1. Artisan Crafts - Artisans can leverage gourd carving to create unique and intricate sculptures, tapping into the demand for one-of-a-kind handmade items.
2. Home Decor - Gourd sculptures can find a market in the home decor industry as beautiful and nature-inspired centerpieces or decorative pieces.
3. Seasonal Decor - Seasonal decor industry can benefit from incorporating intricate gourd sculptures into their product offerings, especially during Autumn and Thanksgiving.
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