Kachina Panels WIP

MelNM · #51 05-22-2008, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Mottles

Hi Susan & Sharon, thank you both for your nice comments. Susan the step design I thought would add interest and fill up the background. Originally I thought to make it a pueblo with windows, ladders, stairsteps. But decided to save that one for another project sometime. LOL
I do have another design element/object for the space in the far right hand area. I have it shown in my sketch, not sure yet whether I'll use it or not. I kind of like the balance it provides, what do you all think?
Thanks again,
Kathy

The one I am doing does have a pueblo, I'm at the detail stage on it. I haven't had much time to mess with it this week. But I hope to finish it this weekend.
Mel

doris · #52 05-23-2008, 01:30 AM

kathy, i would recommend to wait, carve other things, leave enough wood for in case you want carve the sun... when you carved more, suddeny you will know what is the right decision for you :-)... it is right when you feel well with it, :-)

Mottles · #53 05-23-2008, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by MelNM

The one I am doing does have a pueblo, I'm at the detail stage on it. I haven't had much time to mess with it this week. But I hope to finish it this weekend.
Mel

Hi Mel, I can't wait to see it, or have you put it in a Forum and I'm missing it? Sounds like you'll finish before I do....LOL
Kathy

Mottles · #54 05-23-2008, 10:44 AM

Hi Doris, yes I think you are right, I can always add the sun. I'm getting anxious to begin carving the kachina dolls. After all, they are the stars!
Thanks for you and other's for their support,
Kathy

MelNM · #55 05-26-2008, 01:54 AM

Kathy
Your right the background on my kachina is taking the longest. I'm about 75% done with the carving right now. Hey I decided to make my sun a Zia sun, its not a full one but a quarter of it. Hopefully I will be done with the carving tomorrow sometime, its not looking good though, too many other things to do. Got to finish up the Air Conditioner so I can stay on the good side of my little bride.

Mel

Mottles · #56 05-26-2008, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by MelNM

Kathy
Your right the background on my kachina is taking the longest. I'm about 75% done with the carving right now. Hey I decided to make my sun a Zia sun, its not a full one but a quarter of it. Hopefully I will be done with the carving tomorrow sometime, its not looking good though, too many other things to do. Got to finish up the Air Conditioner so I can stay on the good side of my little bride.

Mel

Geez, wish I was 75% done with mine! Looking forward to seeing your relief, are you going to put it in this forum? I'll watch for it....are you planning on painting it?
Yep, you wanta stay out of the dog house for sure.
Kathy

MelNM · #57 05-26-2008, 09:37 PM

I'm posting it now, on this forum. I would appreciate your opinion on painting or staining.

Joggernot · #58 05-26-2008, 09:43 PM

I suspect you already know that the Zia symbol (your sun) is a religious symbol to many Native Americans and they have fought against businesses having this design in business signs.

Joggernot

MelNM · #59 05-26-2008, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Joggernot

I suspect you already know that the Zia symbol (your sun) is a religious symbol to many Native Americans and they have fought against businesses having this design in business signs.

Joggernot

Oh yah, know all about that, I live in New Mexico where the Zia Sun symbol is our state flag.
Mel

Mottles · #60 05-26-2008, 10:04 PM

Hey Mel, just saw your lovely 'Sun Kachina' Relief in the Carver Galleries. Wonderful and respectful work. What size is your relief?
Mel I hope you will post your 'Sun Kachina' in this forum too. As for painting and finishing always a dilema for me I really think it's beautiful the way it shows now. I don't think I would paint this one, how about a nice oak stain and varnish. Or if you want to leave it natural color then how about Deft Danish Oil (neutral) then finish with varnish. Wonderful work!
Kathy