William The WoodSpirit

GaryMc · #1 06-24-2006, 02:35 PM

Here is a new on I finally finished, nt sure what kind of wood but I liked carving it! Take a look, all commens and critque valued!
GaryMc

Tidewalker · #2 06-24-2006, 02:37 PM

I like it, I wish I could capture the eyes like you do. I seem to really have a hard time with the eyes. Very excellent job.

Kenny_S · #3 06-24-2006, 03:10 PM

Another great carving Gary!

squbrigg · #4 06-24-2006, 03:23 PM

Oooohhh! I like that....it kind of flows! Great spirit, lots of character.

Bob

wood-whittler · #5 06-24-2006, 03:50 PM

garymc,

great work i like the carving and the peice of wood.turned out very well.

bart

p.s what kind of finish did you put on it?

GaryMc · #6 06-24-2006, 04:16 PM

Thanks for the comments!
Tidewater: I have been trying to make the eyes in the style of Jeff Phares, still have a way to go tho.
Bart: the finish is Danish oil, only have one coat on so far.
GaryMc

Mike-in-WV · #7 06-24-2006, 06:03 PM

Great spirit! He really looks like he is in charge of his wood,lol. Nice job Gary, Mike

Tom H · #8 06-24-2006, 06:35 PM

Very very nice. When you put additional finish on the piece I hope you don't change the play of the lights and darks. Tom H

Irishman · #9 06-24-2006, 09:19 PM

Great job on the wood spirit. The Danish oil (which I have never tried) has a nice color. I have one of Jeff Phares books and its interesting how his method of doing eyes is quite a bit different to how I was taught - its definitely working for you.
Patrick

love2carve2 · #10 06-24-2006, 10:55 PM

Gary,
He is really nice! I love the way you have captured his eyes. The finish has very nice light and dark tones to it and really adds character. Very, very nice!
Mary