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THANKYOU Pam, Nobby, Busking Bob, and Cynthia. It’s good to know you’re behind the project. I really need to hear from a member of Jake’s family that they have no objections to what I’m doing. As Jake didn’t die that long ago, I still have to be sensitve to his family’s wishes.
I should stress that I’m not doing this for financial reasons. I’m a genuine fan of Jake’s. When I tell people I’m working on a bust of Jake Thackray, I’m amazed at how many people don’t remember or have never heard of him, but show them a clip on “youtube” and it always raises a smile.
You talented musicians still performing his songs wont be around forever. Then he really could be forgotten. I believe the bust just might make a few more people google “Jake Thackray” and see what they’ve been missing, before rap, hiphop and “X” factor manufactured “talent” overwhelm the country.
I have been advised to approach Leeds Civic Trust with regard to sourcing funding for the project, as I know money is very tight everywhere at the moment. If they are unable to help, maybe Monmouth town council.
Thanks again for your support š
All the best, ned.I’m sure we all wish you the best of luck. As a former art teacher and adviser, I can see how good this would be if cast in bronze and would love to see it realised fully. If there is any way we can support your attempt, I’m sure there are a number on this site who would help.
Hi Dave, Thankyou for your very kind comments. I’m not really sure how any of the members can really help to make the dream a reality. Other than contact the local press in Monmouth or Leeds, to tell them about the project, and guage the feeling in the area. I suspect it will be that the money would be better spent elsewhere, as usual.
However, If I do the moulding at home, then take the mould to Limehouse (I have a good relationship, with an art foundry there) where they say I can do the wax. This would greatly reduce the cost of producing the Bronze. I can even deliver the finished piece.
I’ll contact the foundry today for a quote, and also leeds Civic Trust, to try and get the ball rolling.
I’ll keep the group posted as to developements. Thanks again.
All the best, nedJust bought Jake’s “In a box” cd set, luckily there are some good photo’s of him in the accompanying leaflet, which will allow me to improve some of the “grey areas” on the bust. I should be able to start making the mould tomorrow.
I’ve recieved a quote from the foundry, and they’ve also said I can do the wax which will help to keep costs down.
I’ve contacted Leeds Civic trust, but the man who deals with this kind of thing a Dr Grady is on holiday until Monday.
Does anyone know if Jake’s family are aware of this project? I really need to hear from them, that they are ok with it.
Here’s the last pictures of the clay version before I start on the mould.
All the best, Rob (ned).
This is a great idea and a brilliant piece of art, even at this stage.
I can’t think what I can do to help – I have no contact with the family.
I’m sorry it’s taken so long for me to reply but checking this website has become less of a priority nowadays.
Good luck with trying to secure some funding. I’m sure his family would have no objections. Try to get it put somewhere – Leeds would seem the ideal location.
Best Wishes
PhilHi Phil, Thanks for the encouragement. I have managed to contact one member of his family who is all for the idea. He gave me contact details of two other family members who haven’t responded. It’s clear from speaking to the first member, that they are not a very close family. I’ve also written to Leeds civic trust and city council, neither of which has replied.
I’m in the process of making a mould from the piece, so that I can make a cold cast (Bronze/resin) version. This will look like a true bronze at a fraction of the cost. but gives any potential customers a much better idea of what the finished piece would look like.
To be honest, with all the government spending cuts going on at the moment, I don’t think there’s any chance of a bronze of Jake appearing any time soon.
All the best, ned.
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