[susieq]

This is just a block of wood I started working on the other day and the face is emerging. He is going to be another hooded santa, short and fat. Beyond that, I don't know yet. Will work it out as we go. I have started to rough out where the shoulders and arms will go.

[susieq]

Here is the side view of that same piece. Not much going on here yet. Even I don't know what he will be like when he is finished. It is always a surprise.
susieq

[Don by the lake]

Looks like a good start Susieq. I have been working on a couple Santas myself. A short stubby one and a tall skinny one. Just in the Santa mood I guess. Keep us posted on your progress!

[Banjo]

Your Santa is coming along nicely. His face looks great especially that cute little nose! Keep posting......it's fun to watch.....

Joy

[jillsy]

Q,

This is REALLY good! I can't imagine carving something just from my head like this. I always have to draw a picture first. Even though many take on totally different looks from my actual drawing, at least I've got something to follow. You're lucky to be able to carve as you go. I'm too much of a visual person and need to see it first. That's quite a gift you have!

[susieq]

Thank you for the kind words, especially since there isn't much to look at yet. Jillsy, half of the fun is not knowing for sure what will happen. I have lots of "happy accidents" and once in a while, a not so happy one. but mostly it turns out good. Love surprises.....
susieq

[Tom H]

If the rest of the Santa matches what you've done so far; it will be a really good one. Tom H

[Eddy Smiles]

That's a really unique technique you have. I've never seen anyone start at the top and work down. Interesting!

[GeorgiaCarver]

Looking really good, you have patience! I hack and wack and then repair what I have done

Greg

[Joy]

Love that turned up nose. I am astounded that you can just start with a block. I don't have that kind of confidence. Keep the pictures coming.