These Wild Burlap-crete Outside Wall Hangings

These large pieces involve sculpting mortar over burlap infused with industrial grout. The largest piece (below) is about 24" wide. All are designed to hang on a outdoor wall or in the garden.
 
Ra -- sun god.

A merman


Mushrooms -- burlap-crete stems, concrete tops. Per request for my wife's recent birthday.


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