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Old 08-22-2008, 09:46 AM
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About painting it. If I did, should I use a wash or go full strength? Is it a Personal preference thing? Do you use a latex over blo?
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Old 08-22-2008, 09:56 AM
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If you look at the art of the PNW, it is most usually full strength, butu I think it is preference. I have seen some like a wash, but I do like the bold sharp colors the best. ( I made a Raven once ) Can't wait to see your choice
ok, dangit, I am finally going to ask...wth is blo?
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Old 08-22-2008, 09:59 AM
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I hope it's boiled linseed oil because that's what I put on it.
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Old 08-22-2008, 04:04 PM
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Totem, how big is it ? It looks good.Where are you in the state.. Lots of pros over here, they should be proud of yours
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Old 08-22-2008, 05:17 PM
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It's about 9" x 3". I'm working on a raven of the same size. He needs a friend.
I live in Vancouver, Wa.
Thanks for the kind words everybody.
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Cool-can't wait to see the Raven!
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If that's your first carving I think I'll quit! Really nice work!
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SleepingVery good,well done.
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