I am just thinking about the term Sustainable Boat and what that could actually mean. Right from the beginning of this project the whole concept of longevity has been discussed and the feeling is that it should be able to have a life span that returns the materials to nature. This could be seen in the same light as a Japanese Shinto Temple, constant rebuilding, constant replacement to a fixed plan. Sustaining not the object but the skills needed to perform the build.
Its interesting how nervous the first stages can be. The frame has already undergone one change – John could not bear the thought of the boat being built with the bow going into the workshop. We had to rearrange the frame so it appears to sail outwards – this is before a single construction piece has been positioned! John keeps the boats function in mind whilst I am happy only thinking about the build.
THE DAY CONTINUES
It still feels like the preparation and not the build yet. Time and care in adjusting the jig to cut the scarf joints on the piece that stretches across from bow to stern. Everything is so carefully touched and placed, ready to be lifted into place. The oak strips are glued together and allowed to harden. The wonderful thing is the progress is felt but nothing is hurried.
I am just thinking about the term Sustainable Boat and what that could actually mean. Right from the beginning of this project the whole concept of longevity has been discussed and the feeling is that it should be able to have a life span that returns the materials to nature. This could be seen in the same light as a Japanese Shinto Temple, constant rebuilding, constant replacement to a fixed plan. Sustaining not the object but the skills needed to perform the build.
Its interesting how nervous the first stages can be. The frame has already undergone one change – John could not bear the thought of the boat being built with the bow going into the workshop. We had to rearrange the frame so it appears to sail outwards – this is before a single construction piece has been positioned! John keeps the boats function in mind whilst I am happy only thinking about the build.
THE DAY CONTINUES
It still feels like the preparation and not the build yet. Time and care in adjusting the jig to cut the scarf joints on the piece that stretches across from bow to stern. Everything is so carefully touched and placed, ready to be lifted into place. The oak strips are glued together and allowed to harden. The wonderful thing is the progress is felt but nothing is hurried.