Years later hes made dozens of wire trees that have appeared in galleries and juried shows, some of which are even available for sale online. To create this tree you must prepare the branches, twist the wire, and secure the tree in a container. Check out our wire tree sculpture selection for the very best in unique or custom. You can make your own wire tree sculpture to decorate your home, liven up your office, or even to give as a gift. How to make a wire bonsai tree first, gather your supplies. Get the best deals on wire tree sculpture when you shop the largest online selection at. See more ideas about wire tree sculpture, wire trees and tree sculpture. Creating gem, beaded and bonsai wire trees this book is the result of more than three years of work. With clearly written, simple instructions, it will show you how to create wire. Potted bonsai tree that is made with 364 feet of silver plated titanium colored parawire that has been specially treated to resist tarnishing. Wire tree sculpture medium gold bonsai zen house warming fathers day. Miniature wire bonsai tree sculptures design stack.
Experiment with flexible sculptural materials to create your own unique bonsai tree made from wire. Included was a book titled how to create beaded and wire tree sculpture. In 2010, he made his wife a second bonsai wire tree for valentines which. Check out our wire bonsai tree selection for the very best in unique or custom. He then started practising on these wire sculptures, to perfect his skills and try new designs. Potted wire and driftwood bonsai tree made with 314 feet of antique copper parawire that has been specially treated to resist tarnishing. For your next wire craft project, learn how to make a wire tree. Micro purple wire bonsai tree sculpture by ken to by kentoart on deviantart. Related posts on colossal about sculpture trees wire. We have seen impressively complex wire tree sculptures in large form before, but never have we seen anything quite like these intricate wire bonsai trees by ken to. All copper wire tree artwork ships within 48 hours and includes a 30day moneyback guarantee. Sep 27, 2019 hello my dukeys, in this video i show you how to turn some wire, a salt lamp, a hatchet and a unicycle into a beautiful glowing bonsai sculpture.
It is twisted by hand using simple tools and creativity. Creating a wire tree sculpture rough rocks, minerals. Summer sale driftwood sculpture driftwood art driftwood bonsai wire tree sculpture bonsai wire tree metal sculpture wire art m by bonsaiwiretree on etsy summer sale driftwood sculpture driftwood art by bonsaiwiretree i am amazed at the style of these trees. Rustic bonsai wire tree sculpture decorated on the pot with stones from baltic sea home decor, gift idea or present. Now you can make an adorable bonsai tree out of materials like wire and paper and voila. He has been doing lectures, demonstrations and classes on the fine art of live bonsai. Schneespitze tree training wires for bonsai tree,black aluminum wire for diy sculpture and crafts 2. Wire all the branches you intend to shape before actually bending them. Wire tree sculpture perfect as a gift for any occasion for people who understands about quality, meal art and solidness. Artist and bonsai enthusiast ken to started making sculptures of bonsai trees from wire as a way to hone his bonsai styling skills, and theyve come out so well that theyve caught the eye of other bonsai collectors kens sculptures standout because they strictly adhere to the principles of bonsai aesthetics and convey a continuous sense of movement throughout each piece. This tree took the artist 30 hours to individually twist each wire and add the silvered green and lime green bugle beads. All youll need is a roll of 22gauge wire, wire cutters, beads, and a small plant pot filled with stones.
Sep 28, 2012 at one point iris had a particularly stubborn tree nearly encased in wire when he suddenly he could make things a lot easier for himself by removing the tree completely. Ami had some of his wire tree sculpture in the exhibit. Posted on 05082017 by metal bonsai 1 comment wire tree sculpture tutorial step by step instructions. Shop for copper wire tree art from the worlds greatest living artists. With a few snipped bits of wire and a few twists of the pliers, you can create these wonderful pintsized plants. A wire tree sculpture artist with a sense of humor ami yehizkiyahu. He now has a lot of miniature wire bonsai trees, some of which are for sale. Book sculpture printed book creating gem beaded and bonsai wire trees. Copper wire bonsai tree sculpture art teak wood base 11. The miniature designs are incredibly detailed versions of a fully sized tree, shrunk down to something that can be held in your fingertips. Jan 30, 20 we have seen impressively complex wire tree sculptures in large form before, but never have we seen anything quite like these intricate wire bonsai trees by ken to. Choose from various size rolls of aluminum and copper wire as well as wire cutters and jin pliers specifically made for working with your tree.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Bonsaioutlet bonsai tree wire sevenpack from genuine imported japanese quality training wire multiple sizes 1. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. A wire tree sculpture can be a lovely homemade decoration. Dec 28, 20 explore jessepagans board wire bonsai trees, followed by 180.
The other book also included great information on supplies, tools, and marketing your trees. Wire tree sculpture rick is a well known bonsai artist in the northeast pa region for about 35 years. He spent the next three years improving his wirebending skills. Complete stepbystep 76 page book with fully illustrated instructions on how to make your own tree sculptures. Complete stepbystep 76 page book with fully illustrated instructions on how. Wire bonsai tree the tutorial with lots of pictures. Download braille and audio books for vision impaired from home with bard. They are actually accessible for you on our web site. I did not notice that these two books were written by the same author. Welcome to metal bonsai studio unique wire tree sculptures.
An experienced artisan offers stepbystep instructions, including more than 400 drawings and photographs, for creating decorative trees out of wire. This is a gold wire bonsai tree sculpture by ken to in the weeping style. Outstanding metal tree sculpture detail is offered on our site. Jim uses a combination of galvanized steel wire, stainless steel, bark covered wire, along with bare copper wire as well as artistic wire in over 36 different colors to create his wonderful lifelike sculptures. With clearly written, simple instructions, it will show you how to create wire and beaded trees from the beginning stages through completion. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. I did not notice that these two books were authored by the same person.
How did i turn old wire into a beautiful glowing bonsai. The miniature designs are incredibly detailed versions of a fully sized tree, shrunk down to. Wire tree sculpture created by twisting many strands of steel wire into the shapes you find. Wire tree sculpture tutorial step by step instructions. Wire bonsai tree sculpture, bloomsburg, pennsylvania. Wire tree sculpture, wire sculptures, garden sculpture, bonsai wire, wire trees, acoustic panels, big tree, wire art, book binding. My inspiration for writing my third book on the subject of creating wire trees and other pieces using wire, came to me while showing my work at many art and craft shows, and in art galleries. Rustic bonsai wire tree sculpture decorated on the pot with stones from baltic sea home decor, gift idea or present outstanding metal tree artwork information is available on our internet site. Try to wire two branches of similar thickness located near each other with one piece of wire doublewiring where possible, and wire the remaining branches separately singlewiring. In his early 20s, wisconsin artist kevin iris became obsessed with growing small bonsai trees and over time he amassed a miniature forest of. Wire bonsai tree sculpture book bonsai boy catalog. Within a short time, he became just as famous with his sculptures, with collectors requesting his pieces from all around the world.
Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. A hand made bonsai tree sculpture with bushy leaves. Welcome to metal bonsai studio hand crafted wire tree sculptures created by uk artist matthew gollop. Ken believes that the only way to get better is through perpetual practice. After finding the perfect wire as well as inspiration in kevin iriss work, ken became an unstoppable bonsai wire tree making machine. Created from hundreds of strands of wire which run from root to branch tip foliage cluster, the trees support themselves due to the way the wire is twisted. They can also be a challenge to care for over the long term. Poor material and craftsmanship notwithstanding, his loving wife was thoroughly impressed with the concept. New listing wire bonsai tree sculpture art wire burlwood base artist signed dated 1981.
Which do you prefer these wire sculptures or the real trees. Choose from various size rolls of aluminum and copper wire as well as wire cutters and. Copper wire and glass beed bonsai tree sculpture on wood. Wowoss silver aluminum craft wire,3 sizes 1 mm, 2 mm and 3 mm in thickness aluminum wire rolls for diy sculpture and crafts, 3 rolls, each roll 16. Best of all, theres no watering or pruning required. The tree is surrounded with decorative rocks, moss and flowers. Now we will get the wire attached onto the jig, simply do this by wrapping the end of the wire around one of the nails a few times, i have found that if your wrap it from the top of the nail towards the bottom it makes life easier you will see why later, make sure you leave a 2 to 3 inch tail of wire which you can tuck out of the way under the.
I use stainless steel wire to made this wire tree with amber stones. At one point iris had a particularly stubborn tree nearly encased in wire when he suddenly he could make things a lot easier for himself by removing the tree completely. All the techniques and projects from this book are included in the other book as well as other tree projects. The illustration is just as awesome, and the size of this book sits well on the work table for. Hello my dukeys, in this video i show you how to turn some wire, a salt lamp, a hatchet and a unicycle into a beautiful glowing bonsai sculpture.
Wiring bonsai trees to shape and bend the branches. This is a very small wire bonsai tree sitting on a rock. Make offer copper wire and glass beed bonsai tree sculpture on wood base 6. Wire tree sculptures by andy elliott by andy elliott kickstarter. Complete stepbystep 76 page book with fully illustrated instructions on how to.
Bonsai wire, wire tree sculpture, gifts for her, happy mothers day, living room. It has been permanently plastered in to its base and covered with decorative stone and moss. The big difference in the two types is, copper hardens once it is on a branch and holds the branch more firmly. In this tutorial i show you how to make a wire bonsai tree a couple of different ways. Gold weeping willow wire bonsai tree by ken to kevin iris, a man who creates beautiful tree sculptures exclusively from aluminum wire. The book listd all the materials and tools needed with 78 drawings and photographs. Wire tree sculpture bonsai trees bonsai boy catalog. How long does it take to make a wire tree sculpture. Choose your favorite copper wire tree designs and purchase them as wall art, home decor, phone cases, tote bags, and more. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Kebinfen tree training wires for bonsai tree, with bonsai wire cutter size 1. Dec 15, 2016 make bonsai tree wire copper bonsai handmade.
How to create beaded and wire trees, download book. Wire bonsai tree the tutorial with lots of pictures jewelry and trinkets these photos have been sitting around for ages, so its about time i posted this. In the kengai bonsai style on maple burl 11 inches tall. While tony tickle british bonsai artist was giving programs in israel jerusalem botanical gardens bonsai exhibit 2012, he met amihay yehizkiyahu. Youll first need to cut your wire into 10 strips that are each 2. Complete stepbystep 76 page book with fully illustrated. It was at the time he spent at the art students league that sal created his first wire tree sculpture, while constructing an armature to support a clay figure, he noticed that the wire he. Wire bonsai tree sculpture handmade mounted on ash choose size.
See in picture make all wire shape like this in the same branch. Browse our most popular wiring tools for working with your bonsai. See in picture make all wire shape like this in the same. Step by step, wire tree sculpture tutorial step by step instructions, wire tree tutorial. Copper wire sculpture driftwood sculpture wire tree see more. Each tree is unique and made from over a individual strands of wire. Feb 19, 2020 a wire tree sculpture can be a lovely homemade decoration.
This amazing bonsai wire tree is fantastic housewarming metal art, tree sculpture will give your home a strong emotion. Japanese maple beaded bonsai wire tree sculpture by cassandraz tree wall art, tree art. Meanwhile, if you need help determining the size of a bonsai described in inches and vice versa or even the size of your bonsai wire use this metric conversion table. Made using 75 meters of copper wire attached to a hand made wooden base via the. Decide how high you want your wire tree sculpture to be, then multiply that height by 2. Copper wire bonsai tree sculpture on wood base 8 handcrafted.
Bonsai tree sculpture bushy leaves a hand made bonsai tree sculpture with bushy leaves. Wire bonsai tree sculpture book complete stepbystep 76 page book with fully. Made using 75 meters of copper wire attached to a hand made wooden base via the roots. Making a wire tree sculpture is an easy way to decorate your home or office. Pin it ken to made his first bonsai wire tree as a christmas present for his wife. Without a doubt, this is the most frequently asked question and often the first question from gallery visitors. Semi cascade root on the rock bonsai wire tree sculpture semi cascade bonsai wire tree sculpture obtain terrific ideas on metal tree art projects.
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