January 7, 20242 yr Popular Post This is going to be my next carving project and I'll silver-gild this instead of gold-gild. I'll also have to do something with the edge molding shown here.
January 15, 20242 yr Author Popular Post Just starting the carving process on this project. Here's the before-photo. I'll do the carving on the back of these pieces first, then switch to the front for the full work.
January 15, 20242 yr Author Popular Post 25 minutes ago, lew said: Cool! Is this basswood? Yes. Purchased from Bricker Lumber Company near Hamilton Heights School.
January 16, 20242 yr Author Popular Post 37 minutes ago, Grandpadave52 said: Great start. I'm following even though it's a little creepy. That's the church for you!
January 21, 20242 yr Author Popular Post I picked up a splinter and had to glue it back on. Some light sanding and this will be ready for finishing!
January 21, 20242 yr Popular Post Looks good so far. I assume you plan to soften or relieve the crisp edges around the eye and nose openings?
January 22, 20242 yr Author Popular Post 59 minutes ago, Grandpadave52 said: Looks good so far. I assume you plan to soften or relieve the crisp edges around the eye and nose openings? Exactly!
January 22, 20242 yr Popular Post 6 minutes ago, FrederickH said: Exactly! Look at some of those Ancient Alien videos for some inspiration.
January 22, 20242 yr Author 44 minutes ago, Cal said: Wow, so far it's looking very cool. Are you planning the finish yet? Yes, satin black background and silver leafing.
January 24, 20242 yr Spectacular Rick. Your artistic eye to capture in wood what I would look at and walk past is amazing. Still kinda spooky, but so creative. Looking forward to seeing the finish on this.
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