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Old 10-08-2011, 04:56 PM
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I just finished this guy today...he's actually somewhat of a self portrait...note the word somewhat! He was carved from scratch (no pattern) from a 2" x 2" x 12" block of basswood, painted with acrylic paints, and antiqued with a BLO/Mineral Spirits antiquing medium. Finally, the carving was sealed with a spray matte finish.

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Old 10-08-2011, 05:04 PM
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Cute! Definitely got a chuckle out of me on that one, Bob!

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Old 10-08-2011, 08:15 PM
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That has cheered me up from the crap day i've had. Thanks Bob great carving and paint job......It looks like he's desperate to take a leak lol
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Old 10-08-2011, 08:33 PM
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Lovin' it Bob! Big grin here. And very nicely carved. The facial expression is super!
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Old 10-08-2011, 08:34 PM
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That's a keeper, Bob!
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Old 10-08-2011, 09:02 PM
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Great job!
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Old 10-08-2011, 09:24 PM
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Nice job Bob!

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Old 10-08-2011, 09:50 PM
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You certainly have a sly little grin there Bob. I'm sure that car was only driven by a little ol lady on Sundays..

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Old 10-08-2011, 10:47 PM
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Nice job Bob!That's a keeper! As quoted by Nomad, The facial expression is super!

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Old 10-09-2011, 09:26 AM
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Great looking carving Bob.
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