Gust Gallery - Fine Arts

My process is unique and it took me over three years to figure out the best way to do things. Lots of trial and error with many pieces just smashed into bits and recycled. While I use a variety of techniques and materials, the basis is using soapstone left over from the carving process. I use this discarded soapstone, crush it, then mix it into a specialty type of cement into which I have added some other ingredients. The mountains and trees are also steel reinforced. The piece which has been cast is then further sculpted, then painted and coated in a resin type of coating to finish.

"I believe that sculpture is the most interesting form of art, and I relate to it because in many ways it reminds me of my own life. I have experienced many changes over the years, and in part this helps me understand why I carve today. I hope that in the end, the things that led me to where I am today will result in something good and that my life will have had purpose."

Allan is a self-taught carver working primarily in chlorite, alabaster and soapstone. He continues to evolve his talent, refine his work and generously share his knowledge.

Allan Waidman has always had a talent and appreciation for art, but having been busy with other business pursuits he never took the time to explore it. It was only a few years ago that Allan decided to leave his high stress job and refocus his energies on what he truly had a passion for, sculpture. He left everything behind and moved to central Alberta.

With no formal training in sculpture, Allan Waidman, has learned mostly by trial and error. He has been persistent in experimenting with a variety of techniques to get where he is today.