Boston Symphony Orchestra Commission

I have been commissioned by the Boston Symphony Orchestra to produce a piece of art out of a 7 foot Fiberglass Violin.

This will be displayed in the Berkshires during the Tanglewood 2012 Season.

*Photos by: Jesse Stansfield Photography

The Process

After much trouble getting it delivered, it is finally safe and sound in my Studio. Here it is in its original state.

*Custom made by Chicago Fiberglass Works

Update on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 08:59PM by Jennifer Toler

 I went my favorite Art Supply Store to buy all my materials... Artist Craftsman Supply on RT.1 in Saugus. They always have everything I need and great prices! Their customer service is Top Notch!

That's my proposed design is in the back.

Update on Thursday, November 24, 2011 at 11:32AM by Jennifer Toler

I plan to cut out 300 paper leaves for my violin. A talented and generous friend, who happens to be a Metalworking Instructor, custom made these cutting tools for me.

This will definately help. Thanks Tom!

Update on Saturday, November 26, 2011 at 08:15AM by Jennifer Toler

Over 300 hundred paper leaves!

Update on Saturday, November 26, 2011 at 08:27AM by Jennifer Toler

Update on Friday, December 2, 2011 at 07:28AM by Jennifer Toler

I've finished the layer collage.

Update on Friday, December 2, 2011 at 07:32AM by Jennifer Toler

I've been painting over the collage to give the leaves more depth and definition.

Update on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 06:34PM by Jennifer Toler

Putting on the finishing touches.

Update on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 06:37PM by Jennifer Toler

And the Gentle Giants came and took it away today.

Update on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 06:43PM by Jennifer Toler

"Me and My Violin"