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Most People Throw Away Avocado Pits, But This Artist Carves Them Into Magical Forest Creatures
Jan Campbell was preparing an avocado for lunch one day when she was struck by the beauty of the pit inside, an object most people throw away without a second thought. After weeks of pondering its potential, a deeply pigmented surface scratch inspired her to carve away its layers until a beautiful piece of art appeared.
Ever since that day, the Irish artisan has been turning avocado pits (or 'stones,' as she calls them) into tiny, intricately detailed figurines inspired by Celtic folklore. She carves the tranquil faces of forest spirits, the flowing hair of ancient goddesses, and even a handful of wild mushrooms now and then. The miniatures can be simply displayed as statues, or worn as pendants, and are meant to provide the holder with a unique sense of companionship and comfort.
Explore some of Jan's finest creations below, and follow the links underneath them to see if they're available to buy.
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Molly Ma 8 years ago
Yes, totally! I am thinking about The Secret of Kells!
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Joey Maria 8 years ago
My aunt Pat taught me to do this long ago. I used to spend summers with her, she was an amazing artist. She bought me my first carving knife and taught me to do this. I have many that I have done over the years, some painted after being carved. My arthritis keeps me from doing it now, but I loved it. These are beautiful.
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Maureen Zappellini 8 years ago
Me too...she's my comfort for when I'm feeling "too chunky".. I remember her power with reverence
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Hiruni B Wansapura 4 years ago
This person’s skills are stunning. What kind of carving tool did she use to make these?
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TC 8 years ago
This proves that Jan the artist is right handed. She uses her left hand as a model.
Nancy May 8 years ago
I wonder what happens ti them over time? I wonder if they will still sprout roots like they do when you try to sprout them in water?
DrRichard Butler 3 years ago
No, that cannot happen because the inner seed is gone, plus they are coated with tung oil, which would prevent rooting.
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Milo Schekkerman 8 years ago
Why don't you give it a try. :) My uncle recently started wood carving, probably you can find a local course or workshop. Carving is a very soothing and fun thing to do, and the curles are nice too.
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Pat Wooster 8 years ago
That is gorgeous! Makes me want to sit there and contemplate.....something.
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Pat Wooster 8 years ago
It never ceases to amaze me how unbelievable creative people are! In a million years...avocado pits! How many people would think of that!
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Marzo Florida 8 years ago
I love the details (the freckles on his face, the tips of the snowflake) ~♡
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Marzo Florida 8 years ago
How did they get them to have an autumn- like color?? Its so surreal yet so simple :D
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Allison G. 8 years ago
She's the Sheela-na-gig! Oddly enough she's found on really old churches in Ireland.
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Jeeves 8 years ago
Wow. Wow. WOW. These are amazing and whimsical and magical and and and etc. I. LOVE. THESE. SOOOOO. MUCH. You are truely talented and the settings for all of the pictures are sooooo wonderful and make the carvings even more amazing. Awesome work!!
Andrew Keane 8 years ago
These are some of the most beautiful creations I've seen on Bored Panda for a while.
Cathy b 8 years ago
Or she can also have some kind of arrangement with the local restaurant
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Mark Ginsel 8 years ago
Sometimes I feel down when the banality creeps in. Then art like this happens & I am renewed.
Cheryl Fontaine 8 years ago
I think this woman is enormously talented! All I ever do with mine is plant them.
Jeeves 8 years ago
Wow. Wow. WOW. These are amazing and whimsical and magical and and and etc. I. LOVE. THESE. SOOOOO. MUCH. You are truely talented and the settings for all of the pictures are sooooo wonderful and make the carvings even more amazing. Awesome work!!
Andrew Keane 8 years ago
These are some of the most beautiful creations I've seen on Bored Panda for a while.
Cathy b 8 years ago
Or she can also have some kind of arrangement with the local restaurant
Load More Replies... Mark Ginsel 8 years ago
Sometimes I feel down when the banality creeps in. Then art like this happens & I am renewed.
Cheryl Fontaine 8 years ago
I think this woman is enormously talented! All I ever do with mine is plant them.
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