Sex change !!!

[Dan Wegiel]

Hi all,

A couple of weeks ago I was so inspired by a carving that mieto had done so I asked if he wouldn't mind if I tried to "copy" it, which is something I almost never do. I'm still inspired, but the more I looked at it, the more that I wanted to add my own touch. It started out as a female, but after I spent several more hours on her, she became what my wife & I both think looks like a young brave. I'd love to hear your opinions.

Thanks, Dan

[Dicky]

Its a nice piece Dan and I agree with the aboriginal impression but in my view, for whatever thats worth, it looks more South American than North American. I guess that shouldn't be a surprise if Mateo is the inspiration.

[Dan Wegiel]

Thanks Dicky. I also agree that it looks more like South American, but have to correct you, it wasn't Mateo, it was Mieto who gave me the inspiration.

Dan

[Robert Cahill]

I asked my wife (She never reads the post so her opinion was not influenced) and she said it could go either way but leaned toward a young brave. I have to agree with her.

[mateo]

No Dicky, it's Meito, not me. (honest mistake.) I have never seen the original piece that inspired this, but this one is nice. but I agree that's it is different, from your original female design. Hey Dan put up the original female image that you did, so we can compare the difference.

[Dan Wegiel]

Thanks Robert and thank your wife for me also.

Dan

[wildhare]

Isn't it funny how we all see the same thing a little differently?
I like your changes. But I thought of a male from Hawaii. Warm sand, cool breeze, icy drink......
Wanda

[Dan Wegiel]

Thanks mateo, I've tried several times to upload the old version, but for some reason it won't let me. I wanted them both posted so you can see the difference.
Dan

[Dan Wegiel]

Wanda, he does look like he's from the islands, in fact thats what my wife said when I first showed her. Thats whats cool about just chippin' wood, you never know what you'll end up with. Thanks for your comments.

Dan

[Dicky]

Sorry Mateo and Dan. Guess I got carried away with my speed reading.