Silver Skate Festival dazzles in fire, ice and snow

Little by little the feathers on the owl’s head came into view. David Wilkins filigreed the block of snow with a carving tool, and dusted the snow, showing the details. On a sea of rocky waves, the owl and the pussycat in a tilted boat from Edward Lear’s poem were brought to life.
“This poem is about love between two very different characters,” said Oliver Annaly, who was working with Wilkins. “So, it’s a very important message for kids and adults alike. We&rs