"Providing Knowledge &Tools to Ice sculptors"- our mission
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Elegant Ice Newsletter
"Dedicated to Sharing" |
January 2009 |
| Fellow Ice Carvers,
Why do we have the latest tools in our arsenal? How do we justify the extra expense? Are Speed and quality related? Read on to find out-
New this week- "Links of the week" a section has been added for current events in the ice world. See the new section below.
Also, carvers from Canada & Mexico can now order using the online shopping cart.
Stay Cool
Aaron Costic
Elegant Ice Creations
440-717-1940
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| Flying Fish-
Speed = Quality
What? How can speed equal quality? Well, the more you can carve in a given time frame, the better you can refine your ice sculpture during that time. Precise efficient movements based on experience coupled with the right tools will make you faster!
The above sculpture was created in 1 hour from 4 blocks of ice. There were 13 pieces of ice used. Fast by any standard. By carving faster I was able to do more in a given time frame. This point is so important, I am going to restate it-
Speed = Quality
The more you can carve in a given time frame, the better you can refine your ice sculpture during that time. Precise efficient movements based on experience coupled with the right tools will make you faster!
This tool will change the way you carve period! |
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Years Ago I took Steve Brices anatomy carving class. He is a very good anatomy ice sculptor (Maybe the best). If you get a chance You might consider signing up yourself.
On day 1 of the Workshop we all carved a male torso (Steve's design). I was more than flattered on day 2 when he accidently grabbed mine (thinking it was his) to show the class a technique. (If only I could sculpt my own abs like the ice ones) A bit of photoshopping was necessary to hide the real ones.
Here is a link to Tools Steve Makes-
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| "Links of the Week"- A few links to current articles or photos on the web about ice
http://www.icesculptingtools.com/links_of_the_week.htm
Ice Carving Competition-
Competitions are a great place to gain new skills & meet other ice sculptors-
Vermillion OH, amateur individual event, Feb. 21- (1 Block)
Medina Ohio, Open individual event, Feb. 14- (1 Block)
Medina Ohio, Open team event, Feb. 15- (3 Blocks)
There are prizes for 1st,2nd & 3rd, we also award these prizes in open events-
Highest placing Culinary Educator
Highest placing full time Chef
Highest placing High school student
Highest placing carver over 60
Highest placing College Student
Highest placing High School Student
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| Elegant Ice Creations
PO 470129
4001 Towpath tr Suite C
Broadview Hts. OH 44147
440-717-1940
440-746-1140- fax
We carry over 210 tools for ice carvers |
