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  • I have been working so hard...

    Well here it is - the first of 3 pallets of Nitram bound for Canada. Daniel, however, is not bound for Canada. But his better half did prepare ...
    Posted in Category_Nitram, Category_Tasty Treats

  • There is more to France than Food and Nitram...

    A couple of days ago Daniel and I went to Auxerres to pick up some packing supplies for the shipment of Nitram back to Canada. More on that in a mo...
    Posted in Category_Nitram

  • The food and Fusains continue...

    The charcoal has to cool down for at least 24hrs. NOTE - it must be kept out of the sun! Spontaneous combustion has occurred in the past. The charc...
    Posted in Category_Nitram

  • Day 4 in France

    Well it is day 4 and the first batch of Fusains is done. The charcoal is very delicate when it comes out of the oven. The entire process is about t...
    Posted in Category_Nitram

  • France

    I am now in France ready to begin the Nitram making experience. However, let's not forget that this is the land of excellent cuisine and vin. See h...
    Posted in Category_Nitram

  • First Cast Drawing

    First cast drawing at the Academy of Art Canada.
    Posted in Category_Artwork

  • Nitram Charcoal Comes Back

    Jerzy goes to France to meet Mr. Nitram himself – Daniel Gros.Jerzy does not speak French and Daniel does not speak English.Google translate helps...
    Posted in Category_Nitram