TCAA hearts and flowers
Inspiration comes from many sources. It’s getting harder to keep track of where all the ideas come from. This year’s TCAA saddle is well under way and as I’m ‘stealing’ time from other projects to get it completed by the early August deadline. I’ve had this Al Tietjen stainless steel cheek bit (that I traded Ernie Marsh for) for many years. Those of you who keep track of these great bits will know that Ernie has owned the famous Tietjen line of bits for quite awhile…count yourself lucky to have one! Anyway, the most visible image on this bit is what isn’t there. The heart is created by the negative space in the cheek design. Likewise, the hearts in my carving design are created by the negative space…’that which is not there’. I’m having fun with this and have done some experimenting with color (something I’ve not been a big fan of). Stay tuned as things progress…