The present invention relates to three-dimensional artwork and, more particularly, to a method of creating such.
Artists are always seeking different mediums for expressing themselves through art. Generated three-dimensional artwork is a favorite of many art lovers. Moreover, present methods for generating three-dimensional art are costly and expensive.
As can be seen, there is a need for a simple and cost-effective method for generating three-dimensional artwork.
In one aspect of the present invention, a method of producing three-dimensional artwork, the method including the following: cutting a laminated wood into a shape; sanding the shape with sandpaper; boiling the shape until it separates into layers; pressing the individual layers into a desired effect; drying the layers; gluing the layers into the shape; and painting the shape.
In another aspect of the present invention, a method of producing a three-dimensional wood sculpture, the method includes the following: forming a laminated wood into a shape; boiling the shape until a plurality of laminated layers of the laminated wood physically separate from each other; and adhering the plurality of laminated layers into a replica of the shape in the form of the three-dimensional wood sculpture.
In yet another aspect of the present invention, a three-dimensional visual artistic work includes the following: a first layer of wood; a second layer of wood adhered to the first layer of wood, wherein the first and second layers of wood were physically separated, through a boiling process, from a unitary laminated piece of wood, wherein the laminated piece of wood is formed in a shape prior to the boiling process, wherein the first and second layers are adhered to replicate said shape, wherein the first and second layers have their surfaces smoothed prior to the boiling process, wherein the three-dimensional visual artistic work is painted after said shape is replicated.
These and other features, aspects and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following drawings, description, and claims.
The following detailed description is of the best currently contemplated modes of carrying out exemplary embodiments of the invention. The description is not to be taken in a limiting sense but is made merely for the purpose of illustrating the general principles of the invention, since the scope of the invention is best defined by the appended claims.
A general overview of the various features of the invention will be provided, with a detailed description following. Broadly, an embodiment of the present invention provides a method of generating visual art type sculptures comprised of wood, painted, and framed on a decorative wood background to give a visual three-dimensional (3D) effect.
In some embodiments of the present invention, the visual effect may be created by boiling a three-layer multi-laminate wood and separating the wood into three separate sections or pieces. They may then be individually pressed and set to dry for approximately twelve hours. The layers may then be painted and assembled. Skipping or omitting a step may not produce the desired visual effect.
The present invention may form a 3D effect for the shape originally formed prior to boiling. The boiling allows for very thin sections to be assembled (or re-assembled as one would have it) reconstituting the original shape with a 3D-effect for objects.
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The present invention may include the following method steps: a piece of multi-layered laminated wood may be cut into a shape, such as a butterfly or flower. The shape may be sanded with sandpaper. The shape may be boiled in water for approximately five to ten minutes or until it separates into multiple layers 10 form the single laminated wood piece. The layers 10 may be individually pressed to a desired effect and dried overnight. The layers may be glued together in the shape or to the desired shape. The layers or shape may then be pressed by a presser 20 until the glue dries. A center piece may be added, and the shape and centerpiece may be painted. Thereby a three-dimensional art piece 30 is created.
As used in this application, the term “about” or “approximately” refers to a range of values within plus or minus 10% of the specified number. And the term “substantially” refers to up to 80% or more of an entirety. Recitation of ranges of values herein are not intended to be limiting, referring instead individually to any and all values falling within the range, unless otherwise indicated, and each separate value within such a range is incorporated into the specification as if it were individually recited herein.
For purposes of this disclosure, the term “aligned” means parallel, substantially parallel, or forming an angle of less than 35.0 degrees. For purposes of this disclosure, the term “transverse” means perpendicular, substantially perpendicular, or forming an angle between 55.0 and 125.0 degrees. Also, for purposes of this disclosure, the term “length” means the longest dimension of an object. Also, for purposes of this disclosure, the term “width” means the dimension of an object from side to side. For the purposes of this disclosure, the term “above” generally means superjacent, substantially superjacent, or higher than another object although not directly overlying the object. Further, for purposes of this disclosure, the term “mechanical communication” generally refers to components being in direct physical contact with each other or being in indirect physical contact with each other where movement of one component affect the position of the other.
The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (“e.g.,” “such as,” or the like) provided herein, is intended merely to better illuminate the embodiments and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the embodiments or the claims. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any unclaimed element as essential to the practice of the disclosed embodiments.
In the following description, it is understood that terms such as “first,” “second,” “top,” “bottom,” “up,” “down,” and the like, are words of convenience and are not to be construed as limiting terms unless specifically stated to the contrary.
It should be understood, of course, that the foregoing relates to exemplary embodiments of the invention and that modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention.
This application claims the benefit of priority of U.S. provisional application No. 63/362,678 filed Apr. 8, 2022 the contents of which are herein incorporated by reference.
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63362678 | Apr 2022 | US |