Fired Up to Learn
This, my latest, was created for the inspiration and enjoyment of kids. Those mystical and magical symbols of wisdom, long life, and happiness have forever fascinated children of all ages. This particular dragon willingly shares his treasures of knowledge- his collections of anthologies and wisdom of the ages with his young admirers. He even provides a quick seat with his tail as he looks forward to a cozy read with his friends. Come and join in the storytelling!
I actually did the original study for this piece about 15 years ago when our kids were in Sagecreek Elementary. Their mascot was and still is the “Braggin’ Dragon”. I started the piece with the intention to have the children help me apply clay to it at the school using my study as our model. Then I was going to have everyone sign the clay and cast it. Well as I got busy on other projects our boys “graduated” from Sagecreek and I lost my zeal for the project.
I always kept the original study on my studio shelf, though, and a couple of months ago I got “fired up” again about it. Some pieces, I guess, have to gel for a few years before it’s their time. Now is the time!
-GL Price
Sculptor
PS. I’m still open to the school mascot- children help with the clay- idea. If your school would be interested and there would be sponsors- let us know! It could really be fun!