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In Haiti, the traditional art of converting oil
drums into wall sculptures is a true mark of both man's imagination and his
resourcefulness in the face of dire economic circumstances. Using 55-gallon oil
drum cast offs, the artist first removes both ends of the drum, reserving those
pieces for smaller sculptures. Next, he stuffs the drum with straw, igniting it
to burn out any residues. When it has cooled, he slices it down on e side and
pounds it into a flat four=by-six piece of metal "canvas". With a stick of
chalk, the artist then draws his intended design onto the metal sheet. Finally,
he applies a hammer and chisel to the task; cutting, shaping, and contouring
the piece to its completion. |
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