Gallery of Hand Painted Frame Drums on Face Book
ART website: http://karrelchristopher.com/
*non-leather* HAND PAINTED FRAME DRUMS
by Karrel Christopher
~ available for purchase & custom creations
* REMO sound quality and durability *
My journey with painting frame drums started accidently through my
adventures playing Native American style flutes. Many happy hours were
spent in the beautiful Franklin Canyon Park in the Los Angeles
area…exploring on my own and enjoying full moon hikes with groups. In
reaching favorite destinations, we would send up our prayers to Great
Spirit and I would play my flutes. Communing with nature this way felt
so wild and wonderful. I met an array of interesting folks who were
passionate about nature, crafts and musical ceremonies. Several people
knew I was a designer and painter and suggested that I start creating
custom totem drums. It sounded like great fun and soon after, my first
commission request came in. It all began with the face of a majestic
Tiger!
Painting on drums was a whole new experience for me. The
very smooth surface lends itself so well to fine detail. And
interestingly, each brushstroke makes a bit of gentle sound. There is
something meditative about it. As a design comes to life before me and
is completed - there is an interesting energy about it that is somehow
different from that of a painting on traditional supports. It is hard
to describe – and perhaps it has to do with some sort of amplification
by the sound of the drum? It is hard to say, all I know is that I
really fell in love with the whole process!!
In the months
and years that have followed, I have eagerly looked forward to each new
project. Whether the drum is of your favorite totem animal,
herbs/flowers/plants or symbols that have special meaning to you (or any
combination) – it is a welcomed challenge and joy for me to create
something special for you. It can be a border design or full face of
the drum painting. My one-of-a-kind hand painted designs compliment
nature's beauty at your favorite drum circles, ceremonies, resonate in
your meditation space or simply add nature's grace to your home or
office. They may be hung as fine art and be played for music enjoyment with a soft mallet.
For 30 years I was a vegetarian and in 2012 embraced a VEGAN lifestyle.
It was important to me to find quality drums that were not made from
dead animal skins. I was delighted to discover the line of Remo
*non*leather frame drums. It was an honor to meet Remo himself and tour
his impressive drum making facility. We enjoyed sharing our enthusiasm
about art, music and community. He gave great emphasis to the
therapeutic advantages of playing drums – both physically and
spiritually. His kind support of my creative work while I lived in
California was so appreciated and I continue to purchase his drums
through international retailers.
The drums available on my
website are painted on Remo Buffalo Style Frame Drums - with 3.5" deep
frames – drum diameters in 12” and 16” sizes. Includes mallet. The
NON-LEATHER, cruelty free Fiberskyn head is pulled over a 3.5 inch deep
frame/acousticon shell- providing excellent resonance. Braided cords are
used for cross bracing to add to the look and feel of the Buffalo Drum.
The center of the cording is comfort-coated for comfort. Beat near the
center of the drum for deep pitches and accent them with higher pitch
rhythms from the edge of the drum. *The synthetic drum head is more tone
stable in various humidity and temperatures than animal skin drums.
Every drummer I have spoken with compliments their durability and rich
tone quality!
CUSTOM DRUMS: It would be my pleasure to create a
custom Totem DRUM for you or a loved one - as time and supply allows.
New orders will be created on beautiful *non*leather Remo FiberSkyn
Frame Drums – with a 2.5" deep frame, featuring a smooth finish dark
brown outer edge. This model is slightly lighter and makes for enjoyable
longer playing sessions - and is more compact for travel. They are
pre-drilled for cording a handle at the back. Cord supplied.
Sizes available: 12”, 14”, 16” and 22” inch diameter.
The same * REMO sound quality and durability *
For time sensitive gifts or events, please allow 2-3 months lead time.
You may also see a painting you desire on my website available for
immediate shipping.
Please contact me for a quote for your special
commission based on size and complexity of design - and for local &
international shipping details.
~ 6 PAINTED *non*leather FRAME DRUMS are currently available on my website:
http://karrelchristopher.com/drums-wildlife-a-plants/drums-thar-are-available.html
ART website: http://karrelchristopher.com/
DRUMS gallery: http://karrelchristopher.com/drums-wildlife-a-plants.html
ART on Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Karrel-Christopher-ART-Photography/379579508720158
~ Paintings by © Karrel Christopher ~ All rights reserved ~
“Shares” are welcomed with credits and links included.
Thank you for your interest and support ~ KC
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