Welcome to ScorchedWood Pyrography |
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Welcome to ScorchedWood PyrographyHere you can learn a little about the art of Pyrography, buy finished pieces and order personalised gifts that can be tailor made to your own requirements. I discovered the art of pyrography at a woodturning show many years ago and have been hooked ever since. I have undertaken many commissions and have sold pieces both locally and internationally. Personalised GiftsPlease take time to browse through the listings for examples of my pyrographic work. Many pieces make ideal gifts for weddings, birthdays, christenings and anniversaries. All of which can be personalised for that special occasion making your gift a unique memento of the day and a lasting keepsake.I happily accept commissions that can be personal to you, where a wide range of subjects can be depicted including Celtic art and folklore, wildlife, scenery, pets and much more. Presentation commissions are also undertaken. |  | Private Commision. 16' Wall plaque of Celtic Tree of Life
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What is Pyrography?Pyrography is from the Greek words: "pyro," meaning heat or fire, and "graphics," meaning expression with lines. People have been “writing” with fire since man discovered fire. In Victorian times it became a popular pastime and was known as pokerwork. A charcoal stove would be used to heat pokers of various shapes and sizes, the only temperature control would be to let the iron cool down. Remarkable work was produced considering the tools available. Today specialist electric pyrography units with variable temperature are used with either a hot wire fitted into a pen like holder or with pre shaped heads of various designs for branding.Modern artists are using pyrography on all kinds of unusual media. They have burned pictures on wood: they have created realistic feathers, fur and scales on carvings; they have burned three dimensional pictures on leather. The art of pyrography is only limited by the imagination. About my workI take great pride in my work and a high degree of patience and skill is needed for finely detailed work, the success of the three dimensional qualities and textures is unique to the medium. I am continually looking for fresh ideas and new designs to pyrograph, many of which will be added to my website so please Add to Favourite Sellers and visit me as regularly as you can. I am always willing to listen to new ideas and undertake private commissions however small so please do not hesitate to contact me. |
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