Butter Loon

Abby commissioned me to sculpt a loon out of butter for her mom because she loves the Minnesota State Fair.
Scroll down for progress shots and a video.


Time-lapse below showing the first part of the sculpture being made

Youtube version here. (--Or download it here.)

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I did a clay version first as practice.


Next sticks of butter were arranged so I could see how much I'd need.


A small torch was used to melt the sticks together.


Working, not in my studio, but in my kitchen, I used a butter knife for the majority of the sculpting and rubber gloves to keep things clean and sanitary.

The sculpture was done on a ceramic tile which afforded a nice smooth and solid surface to work on.


Another view of the finished, 9 inch long, sculpture.

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After the presentation at her parents' house (She facetimed in from New York), Abby wrote me saying:

Gerry,
I am so excited by how the final product turned out. It was great getting to see everyone’s reactions. I think this will go down as one of the best Mother’s Day gifts ever given in our family and I have you to thank for that.

I hope to be in MN during the fair and if I am, I will be sure to stop by and say hello to you as you are carving.

Thank you again for your time and I hope you have a great summer.

Sincerely,
Abby Brachio

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