It was a big day in the shop as we finished the sculpting on three of the final pieces that will soon be bound for Vala’s Pumpkin Patch in Nebraska. The biggest piece to be sculpted is the water tower base. We’ll let the fresh concrete cure over the weekend before getting a start on the painting process. Inside the shop, the water tank portion that will sit atop the base is getting more colourful every day. This piece will be a beautiful piece when it is installed in front of the new Pony Express ride.
New limited edition print for the Under Hill
Staying at the Hazelnut Inn is a remarkable experience for our guests and not simply a pace to lay one’s head. We work hard to ensure every detail is attended to, and the story driven ambiance both inside and out makes things memorable. Each suite’s fridge is stocked, snacks are at the ready, locally made chocolates are laid out by the pillows. A luxurious bathrobe/cape is hanging by the soaker tub. There is even a carefully measured jar of fish food to feed the koi fish in the pond. And each guest gets to take home a limited edition print themed to the suite they are staying in as a keepsake. The prints are limited to an edition size of only 150 prints which means it was time for me to sign and number the next artwork the guests of the Under Hill will receive.
Apprentice welder
When Juniper was in the shop yesterday, she was eager to do as much as possible. Her dad was doing some welding, and Juniper wanted to give it a try. She suited up with the appropriate safety gear and did her first welds. Like all of us, the first welds weren’t perfect, for that takes time and practice. But she is now on that exciting journey! Stay tuned…
