[chpster90bu]

What a great tribute.....just a wonderful job on those faces. I like Lynn's suggestion for the base...it should really set them off, as they should be! Great job, Cottonwood. Bonnie

[GeorgiaCarver]

Wow! Most impressive indeed. I love Lynn's idea, it would really set your work off.

That is what I love about this site, no room to get cocky here. You will always see work that dwarfs what you personally can do! (at least for me :>) Keeps inspiring me to try harder.

Thanks for sharing.

Greg

[Kenny_S]

Now those are really nice Millard. Like the sholdier and teacher the best. However all four are unique and well carved.
Those are pieces to be proud.

[doris]

i must admit, i am not familiar with the history behind your carvings, but i truely admire it. very beautiful, and, to me, each speaks for itself, and i admire this most...

[Cottonwood]

I have reworked the Emporia Sesquicentennial Spirits. Here are some pictures. I would be interested in everyone's opinion of the pieces incorporating a base as was suggested here. The message board is a great place for carvers to exchange ideas and I feel all of you have helped to make the Emporia Spirits better. Thanks.

Edit: Sorry....images were resized and made the base not visable. I believe the Rancher does show the base.

[Cottonwood]

Some of the Sesquicentennial Spirits were left unpainted and an antiquing medium applied.

[tnartist05]

Millard,very nice carvings!! Great work!

[Lynn O. Doughty]

Looks great! Although I will admit that I liked the natural wood better. Still, the painting is excellent as is the presentation.