Hello,
I have not disappeared. I have been prioritizing things above this blog, and that is of little consequence to those out there.
Here are some important updates:
I am in the process of finishing the vase. It is important to note the tension I feel in this project. I want to be done now. However, in it taking a long time to finish I have the ability to see the unfinished project on many different days and carefully consider the next step. Several changes or I might call revelations have come from this process and I think will make for a stronger finished product. When I am unsure about a section, I usually put down the tool and leave, allowing a refresh to give me an answer later. I do hope with subsequent works this process will speed up some as I get my footing.
I am still invested in this project. It is the only one that interests my artistic motivations. I would not call it a passing fancy. So If you are reading this, and when I am done. If you would like one, you may feel certain that I will continue this project.
It is a strange thing to have my past work on this website, but up there as my work is shifting. I am thinking about ways to remedy this.
Last thing, I am continually and I feel more and more deeply aware of how joyful my family is. My children are my treasures. As nearly anyone can attest, children demand so much time, but it is time spent well. My wife is my joy. There is no person on this earth who I would want to spend time and build a home with.
Naturally, the ultimate joy of the blessing of this family from God, does at times, come at the expense of working on this project. So I must be patient. Pictures to follow.