Mark Gargacs "Elf Ornament DVD

Mark N. Akers · #1 04-30-2008, 09:19 PM

I just finished viewing Marks "Elf Ornament DVD,didn't see how he could out do his Santa Ornament DVD,but he did.Mark Fantastic job on the DVD,This is a must for your DVD collection,along with the "Santa Ornament DVD.Great job on the tutorial,I'd give it a AAAA+.Thanks for your con tribution to woodcarving again Mark.Now can't wait to see your next DVD.

BobT · #2 05-08-2008, 01:43 PM

I got the Elf DVD in the mail yesterday. Watched it before supper. Started a carving after supper. The video quality is really great. The closeup work is better than I have ever seen on any video. And of course the instructor, he can guide you thru a carving very well.
I think anyone that watches the video will be successful at carving the Elf, as well as learning many new techniques for carving a face.
Thank you Mark. Well Done.

tucker1931 · #3 05-14-2008, 09:52 PM

Mark, what a fantastic job you did on the tutorial. I rec'd mine today, thank you, the close ups are fantastic, this is the finest video I've bought and believe me, I have several. Thanks again
Cliff

Mark Gargac · #4 06-06-2008, 08:27 PM

Thanks, Mark, Bob, & Cliff

Anyone interested in viewing a test run, sample clip is welcomed to do so.

Once at my website click on "Tutorials" then, "Test development item." The arrow button to the far lower left of the screen will activate the sample clip.

There will also be some major changes at the site within the next couple of weeks, which will include a page with a "Video Tutorial'. This will be a step x step, subject yet to be choosen, and will run approx. 1/2-hour to 45 mins. Free to all with high speed access. The test run of the sample clip will only be viewible for a short time to allow for additional construction at the site, but will return along with the" Video Tutorial within the next couple of weeks.

Thanks for looking!
Mark

chuckt · #5 06-07-2008, 10:44 AM

Excellent Mark - I am asking for the Elf tutorial from my family for Father's Day based on all the strong reviews. If you are looking for a subject for your online tutorial video - WOODSPIRIT in a hiking staff get's my vote. It is probably one of the most carved subjects so there is a LOT of interest AND yours are some of the best I've ever seen!! Please please please do this. If not - then do one for sale and I know you'll sell many.

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ChuckT

Mark Gargac · #6 06-07-2008, 11:09 AM

[quote=chuckt;163150]Excellent Mark - I am asking for the Elf tutorial from my family for Father's Day based on all the strong reviews. If you are looking for a subject for your online tutorial video - WOODSPIRIT in a hiking staff get's my vote. It is probably one of the most carved subjects so there is a LOT of interest AND yours are some of the best I've ever seen!! Please please please do this. If not - then do one for sale and I know you'll sell many.

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Thanks Chuck,

I beleive your right, a woodspirit probably is carved more than any other subject. A woodspirit or Mtn. Man hiking staff sounds like a good idea. Its right up there at the top of the list for the "Video Tutorial" at the website.

I was also thinking of a Santa or Elf basswood goose egg, or a pirate carved in a basswood goose egg. Some other ideas were, a woodspirit, wizard, Mtn. Man, or Indian face carved in full relief, in cottonwood bark or in some bottle stoppers. I am also considering a detailed tutorial on the following: Heavy lidded eyes, different nose & mouth shapes, or roughing out a small Mtn. Man or Indian bust in basswood, in the round.

It would be great to get some more feedback on a subject matter. We will be shooting the video late next week.

Thanks everyone for your comments.

BobT · #7 06-07-2008, 11:55 AM

The Indian Face in full relief get my vote. But any of them are very much appreciated. Thanks Mark.

Merle Rice · #8 06-07-2008, 12:13 PM

Hi Mark,any of the above would be great. Woodspirit on Canes is my interest, but whatever you do is OK with me. I'm still on your list right?LOL mERLE

chuckt · #9 06-13-2008, 11:49 AM

Well - I got my Elf DVD last night. It's my Father's Day gift and I couldn't help but sneak a peak this morning. Looks FANTASTIC!! Can't wait to try carving some of these fellows. Thanks Mark!
Next on my list is the Santa DVD for my birthday in August. Wooo whooo!!

So Mark - I was wondering what tutorial you ended up shooting. Enquiring minds want to know! <grin>

ChuckT

Mark Gargac · #10 06-13-2008, 03:26 PM

Thank you Chuck. I think you'll find the DVD very informative and detailed on carving these elves. I also feel there is enough infromation on this DVD to carve and add some of your own creative and personal touches to the ornaments. It's fun expermenting!

The mini tutorial at my website will be on carving a woodspirit in a basswood dowel. The dowel measures 12-inches x 1.5-inches in diameter. The techniques learned carving in the dowel can be transformed into a walking stick or cane, or there;s pleanty of room on the basswood dowel to carve two woodspirit's, then cut the dowel in half to use as walking stick or cane toppers. Anyways I am looking very forward to this tutorial and think it's going to be alot of fun.

Thanks for your interest!
Mark