Winter 2026

The Goshawk, Ghost of the Forest, Part Two

From the Fall 2026 issue

PART TWO: PAINTING & HABITAT This article if part of a two-part series. Catch up on Part One right here. In this second part of the goshawk demonstration, I’ll cover how I painted the goshawk, created the habitat attached to the base, and mounted the sculpture to the base for display. I call this piece Ghost of the ... Read More

Perched on a Gourd, Part One (Broad-billed Hummingbird)

By Bonnie Gibson

From Songbird Collection

MATERIALS Hard-shelled gourd, preferably with a thick shell Hole saw Pencil Sandpaper Lacquer sanding sealer Cactus thorn clusters, either real or created from wire Glue (Gap-filling superglue and/or two-part epoxy work well) Two copies of the pattern Spray adhesive 1" x 1" x 3" piece of basswood, tupelo, or other wood of your choice A ... Read More

Winter 2026

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