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Old 09-17-2011, 08:49 AM
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Carved this old plow Thurs. and painted it yesterday{Fri.} Its in a old bass wood disc with the bark. Its 8 1/2 X 15 inches. Paint with acrylics. Your thoughts are always welcome.

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Great job Forrest! Terrific paint job too! I like the composition and the rustic look with the bark around the perimeter!
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Old 09-17-2011, 10:02 AM
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Forrest You 've done a Grand job on this one, I especially like the paint job the colors are beautiful together. I really like the country scenes.
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Old 09-17-2011, 10:18 AM
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Bob I bought several of theses old bass wood disc[the plastic wrappers on them had turned yellow from a lady that use to own a art/craft shop,gave her $1.00 for each of them,Im hoping I might can get my money back at a nice art show I will be at in Nov.
I appreciate you and Im glad you liked this old plow.

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Old 09-17-2011, 10:21 AM
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Larry I enjoy painting a carving,it brings one to life. I leave only a few carvings in its natural form. Im glad you liked this one Larry and I sure thank you for ckn it out and yours nice comments.

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Well done Forrest! Your paint and carving skills come out in this.
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can see the team of mules
Really like this Forrest
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What can I say? Beautiful!
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Outstanding, Forrest, old friend, Your painting brings so much out in a carving.
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It's a super good carving and painting. Your work is always fun to see.
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