SCULPTING a PINE CONE with FIBONACCI GEOMETRY | James Parker Sculpture

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Creating my sculpture of a Pine Cone with perfect Fibonacci geometry. Discussing how and why Fibonacci numbers play an important part in nature and my interperation of the spirals in a Pine Cone. I complete the model before delivering it to Powderhall Bronze Foundry to be cast.

My latest challenge which will be exhibited at Chelsea Flower Show in May, sees me draw on inspiration from maths and nature.

Geometry in nature can be captivating; From the pattern of the petals on a flower, the shells of mollusks and the progression of chords in music. From the formation of spirals in galaxies to the proportions of da Vinci's Vitruvian Man.

It's by no accident that Fibonacci spirals repeatedly appear in nature. The product of millions of years of evolution have lead mother nature to the conclusion that the numbers in a Fibonacci sequence make for the best chance of survival - whether it be to fit as many seeds in a given area, attract pollinators or for one leaf to avoid the shade of another.

For me, abstract forms are often about subtraction. I prefer to focus on those details which capture the essence of a form whilst omitting other 'less important' subtleties thereby producing an uncomplicated, pleasing form. Look closely at the humble pine cone and you'll find intricately formed spirals in both clockwise and counter clockwise directions. The respective number of spirals in each direction are almost always consecutive numbers in a Fibonacci sequence. For example 5 spirals in one direction 8 in the other or 8 and 13, 13 and 21 etc.

I knew this would be a challenge...

I decided early on that these spirals that define the form and were where I ought to devote my attention. Precisely formed pentahedrons recede in the negative space formed between the spirals having the desired effect of bringing the intersecting spirals to the fore.

I'm thrilled with how 'Pine Cone' has turned out. After casting in bronze I look forward to exhibiting it in public at The RHS Chelsea Flower Show in May.

'Pine Cone' will be a limited edition in bronze cast at 750mm in height with other scaled editions being possible. Should you require any further information please do not hesitate to ask.

Background

As a small child growing up on a farm on the west coast of Scotland I remember the Scot's Pines towering above the house. They'd sway in the omnipresent breeze and occasionally be uprooted and land unnervingly close to our home.
To my 4 siblings and I the neat little pine cones which littered the floor of our woodland playground offered liitle more than convenient ammunition. We'd collect them up before battle commenced and, well... ...we're all here to tell the tale.
The Scot's Pine (Baltic Pine) cone is the type of cone that immediately come to mind when thinking of a cone - like a pointed ovoid with perfect spirals.

COMMISSIONS
I am available for public, private and corporate commissions. I ship my work worldwide and where required work on site building my sculpture in situ.

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CONTACT
To discuss a commission or find out what work I currently have available for purchase, please use the contact details listed on my website above.

DISCLAIMER
This video is intended to be viewed for entertainment and is not a tutorial. I am completely self taught and aim only to give an insight into the process involved.

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I can't wait to see the finished sculpture. I now have a new way of lookin at the structure of shapes in nature.

garmo
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I have had to pause and re-watch this video, there was an awful amount of time even to think about how to approach this, depth, angle and the softness of the lines. amazing even before its cast, OMG imagine it in glass form too.

mistypeppercorn
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For me … the highlight of the video was the hoodie you were wearing 😊

The sculpture is truly awesome!!

TheHoofGP
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So cool to be #1, probably because I'm just watching my 3 year old grandson run in circles with his dump truck! Have missed you my friend, but I got my Parker fix yesterday listening to your brother reminisce about your hike up the Merrick. So glad to see you back! K.

kathleenmuller
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I have always loved pine cones, and we used them to throw at each other too. Believe it or not I had a very large pine tree fall, at least the top half down on my fence yesterday. Being 73 now I really couldn’t take care of it myself so a friend came over and helped me clean up the mess. It’s all on a burn pile now. One down and so far two more to go. We had a very large blow through recently. I love to eat pine seeds. I find it very mesmerizing to look at the pine cone. It’s shape, color and the difference in the two. Some times I dip the cone in wax and used them for decorations in a basket in the house. And they make a good fire starter too.

mrs.henderson
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Hi James, your skills are beyond amazing. You truly have a gift to share. I will be waiting to see your perfect pinecone when it's ready.
Take care and stay safe till next time. ❤️

skyedancer
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Wonderful to see you back, and beautiful sculpture so much time and detail in it.

pattiesidlick
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Nice to see you again James. Beautiful work. Looking forward to seeing it totally finished. Great sweatshirt too!! Take care & have a great day.

alicegamble
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Your parents did an epic job with you and your siblings! Everyone is fascinated with Graeme's chopping away at hoof horn but it turns out you are the genius of the lot. 😊 What a blessed and developed family. It makes me think about your parents. ❤

fluffymuffi
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Just amazing James...you lost me at the first 13 when explaining the numbers lol....can’t wait to see how the castings turn out.

regnier
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outstanding sculpture! doing good in Fort Bragg, California hope you and yours are doing well also!

tamiesmith
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God gives artists fantastic subject matter. ❤

hayesjulie
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When the bronze is cast, you can fill the voids with cut glass. Maybe some internal lighting, have to keep going until you put enough time into it! lol

michaelhogan
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I don't have enough superlative in my vocabulary to convey the wave of emotions this piece generates but suffice to say, just bloody awesome.

markwilliams
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We are so excited to see this stage of your 'Pinecone' work of art James! 😀Can't wait to see it completed in Bronze! It will be stunning! 👏It is very mind-boggling to somewhat understand this science in nature but then to think of how you were able to apply that knowledge to your art!! Wow, so impressed!!🙌🤩🇺🇸

kimh
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Your skill and artistic creativity are beyond words. You have such talent James. Looking forward to seeing the finished sculpture

hilarypower
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This is truly impressive work, you've captured nature's art

andrewwilliston
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That's a beautiful piece even in the current material. I'm looking forward to seeing the finished bronze, too. But it's always fun to watch your process and journey. Thanks for sharing your art with us!

onhandart
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We miss you James We miss your Creativity We understand that your craft take A long time But always worth the wait Blessing Always from California

michellesaldivar
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This is absolutely breathtaking and it is not even the finish piece of art. I love your thought process behind your work.

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