For the daughter of a friend.

[Blinky Bill]

The daughter of some close friends of ours was recently diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time, things are seemingly going pretty well for her but we thought she could do with her own comforting angel to help see her through her troubles. I, like many others have trouble with the female face and I couldn't quite get that serene gentle half smile that I wanted. I just hope that the recipient can overlook my shortcomings and gain the peace and comfort that she carries with her.
The angel is 4½ inches high and carved from Tasmanian Huon Pine, the base is turned from Brown Tulip Oak.....She was carved "freehand" with no pattern which may not be one of my better ideas? But I guess I am reasonably happy with the outcome. Thanks for looking, as always, I look forward to reading your comments.
Regards All
John

[Nomad]

Beautiful work John! I'm sure she will love it and find comfort in it as well. Very nice.

[One Thumb Carver]

Beautiful Art You Daughter friend must be special to receive such a special gift

[jdbcarving]

Very nice angel! Very simple with great lines and details. Well done!
Jim B

[uvawyo]

She is beautiful, John, she will bring comfort, the feminine face is awesomely pretty

[Blinky Bill]

Glad you like her Terry, and I really hope she brings the peace and comfort needed

Thanks for the praise Bill, and I really believe that anyone in that position is special.

Thanks for such a nice comment Jim, it's really appreciated.

Herb, I believe we are our own greatest critics, but I know I have a long way to go especially regards female faces, in fact I have just bought Harold Enlows' study stick in the hope that with enough practice I might actually carve a female face that satisfies me..........maybe
John

[Claude]

Beautiful work, John! I think the face looks great!

Claude

[laine]

she is beautiful, a treasure and a comfort,
and the freehand makes her even more special and very unique
thank-you for sharing

thoughts and prayers to the daughter and your families

Laine

[Doug R]

John, She is priceless and I'm sure will be treasured forever, what short comming?
Very nice thought on your part you should be proud of that piece.

[Gulf Coast Handyman]

Well done John, she will treasure it! I wish her the best!

Dave