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Old 04-26-2007, 08:43 PM
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Here's an attempt at a flat plane little person, using Gene's style. He's 1.5 inches wide and 3 inches tall.

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Old 04-26-2007, 09:19 PM
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That's a good little guy there Claude. I think you've got the hang of it!
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Old 04-26-2007, 10:25 PM
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Claude .. I havent had much time to be online .. but let me just say .. you did a wonderful job ... Inspiration is nothing .. That's your talent and skill showing through .. Great looking bunch of cut's in the face and please paint him for us .. Your already a wonderful carver .. so it didnt take much for you to acomplish this style .. What a great looking little guy
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Old 04-27-2007, 09:03 AM
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claude,

looks good
but for more imsperation look here thousands of trygg,s carvings as well as other old master carvings on this subject...
dont know if they area all classified flat plane but its fasinating how many they turned out

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OHhhhhh Hes really neat! Love the flat corners which add alot of depth and distinctive character to him. Great job and yes painting him would bring out even more in him! TnArtist
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claude,

another good one i like the expression on his face.


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Great work Claude! I really like the way he turned out. Are you planning on painting him or leaving him natural?

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Very nice job.I can see you have all ready got it the flat plane style figured out.Great Job!!!
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Old 05-05-2007, 09:03 PM
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Finally got the Flat Plane Little Person painted. I had dipped it in Sanding Sealer, and it always takes a week or two to outgas...

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Old 05-05-2007, 10:53 PM
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Good paint job Claude .. Man how a little paint can make a difference ..

I really like the way you washed it and let the wood show through ..

what a great looking little character you got there ..

He will be a great little mantle piece for the home ..

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