LETTER CARVER
Diana Hoare began her career as a calligrapher, and is she the author of 'Advanced Calligraphy Techniques'. Ten years ago she turned her attention to carving letters in stone and slate.Work undertaken and media used Diana's work comprises a wide variety of commissions, from very large business signs and architectural lettering to commemorative plaques and carved foundation stones. Her major preoccupation is how to introduce the written word into our living and working environment in a creative and inspiring context, using letters as abstract shape as well as a means of communicating ideas.Her calligraphic skill is most suited for commemorative plaques and entrance signs
This work often includes decorative reliefsDiana accepts commissions for sundials, water features, stone furniture, relief carving and sculpture for private and community projects. · Large factory sign in slate set in a limestone boulder for Southco Ltd, Worcester. Recent water sculptures combine carved and gilded lettering with running water in self-contained sumps, for installation both indoors and out. 1 m freestanding slate signs for lslwyn Borough Council. · A commemorative plaque for the Midlands Arts Centre in Birmingham. · 'The Green Man', a six foot sculpture in Cotswold limestone. Although it is still rare for a lady to become a monumental mason, Diana sees her work as a progression from her successful career as a 'calligrapher on paper' to a 'calligrapher in stone'. Within the regulations Diana uses her artistic creativity to offer an extensive range of styles, shape and stone whilst ensuring that her hallmark of grace and simplicity is always maintained. Extensive experience and expertise are used to offer clients the opportunity to promote their business with flair and originality. for landscaped situations and public buildings. Diana offers her patrons a very personal service. Recent commissions· A relief carving of a capricorn in slate for Abbeyfield Extra Care House at Caerleon, South Wales.
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Green Man',
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