Lucinda Carlstrom

Cow Parade - Atlanta was one of 13 international cities participating in the fundraising benefits and auctions with local artists chosen to decorate their own cows. Amazingly enought they are hollow and will fit in a minivan and can be easily carried by one person. Acrylic paint, gold leaf (bronze imitation gold leaf), Japanese bronze leaf and Japanese papers. Hand carved wooden leaves painted and patinated for the cow's necklace. The paper pieces were first sewn and then applied to the fiberglass cow. The cow was then given three layers of red gold leafing paint and glue sizing. The gold leaf was applied, buffed for shine and three coats of varnish for durability. Unknown owner. Exhibited in Olympic Park, Atlanta, Ga. Summer 2003. Sold at auction Fall 2003.