Material Exploration: The Class

Crocheted aluminum wire chair

Loofa shoe

Boiled leather stool

Eco-resin chair

Feather and porcelain bowl

Expanded polystyrene chair

Plastic drip cup and saucer

Wax table

Bubble wrap and silicone pillows

"Of the Skin"

So that is the official title for my now completed rawhide project. I had enough hide for two pieces so I decided to completely finish one project before starting on the next. The idea being that I would work all the kinks out on the first round and would be able to make any necessary changes for round two.


I coated both the inside and outside of the hide in amber shellac for an all-natural glow. Above is the before and after with round-two still awaiting its coating. My crit went well, the verdict being that it is both beautiful and a little creepy. I have really enjoyed working with the material and have a few more ideas that I would like to test out.