When I get in a rut—no new ideas, no motivation—I turn to something simple and fun.

I had wanted to use this stamp for a long time, and I wanted to make something with wood and leather textures. I didn’t have the motivation to start an armor project, weapons seemed not quite right, and then I thought about fireplace bellows. The homey, ancient, cozy feeling was perfect. This piece is a study in texture more than anything, I hope you enjoy!