The carving stage is now complete for the Form of 2011 plaque. Here are a few photos showing the finished carving:
This detail shows the waves and water surrounding the crew team – representing the trip to Henley.
This detail shows the closed book with Mr. Matthews’ initials representing the end of his term as Rector, and a portion of the Delphian emblem representing their Club Cup victory.
The next stage of the process involves sealing the wood and adding the painted finish.
From here forward the project will go undercover: The completed plaque – with painted finish and mounted in its frame – will be kept a secret until it can be unveiled during the 2012 Anniversary Weekend celebration in June of 2012. Details to follow as we get closer to the date.
I will now begin work on carving plaques for the Forms missing plaques from the last twenty years. In the works are designs and plaques for the Forms of 1996, 2001 and 2006. Progress on those plaques will be documented here as with the 2011 plaque, so check back often to see how things are progressing.
The Form Plaque Project 