Here are some photos of works-in-progress at Echo Valley Ranch and Spa.
The "Grandmother Tree" was started on June 28th, 2013, on a stately Douglas-fir tree.
The "Spirit Horse" was started on July 1st, 2013, Canada Day on a Douglas-fir tree beside the horse stable.
A "thank you" ceremony was held before each carving was started, to acknowledge the tree's role in the artistic process. A special ceremony was held for "Spirit Horse" as I wanted the wranglers to imbibe the spirit of the horse in the carving.
My son Matthew is shown in the Spirit Horse photo, as he is apprenticing and working at the ranch.
Stay tuned for the photos of the finished carvings!
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