Crusty

Originally published on Sunday, August 22, 2010 With the addition of the cigarette makins’ tag hanging from his waistcoat pocket, I finally finished this piece.    In painting him I tried to keep the colors a little dark and brooding to carry the theme of a bloke who’s a little pissed at the world around…

Billy Little Fox

Originally published on Saturday, July 20, 2010 Here’s a little bust I just completed this afternoon.  Not much to do around here as it’s so hot so I’ve been setting in the shop listening to the air conditioner hum as I whittle and watch the grass wilt.–Billy stands about 7-8″ tall with his oak base. …

The Painted Lady

I really like the way this one turned out.  The female has always been a problem for me but this little lady just might set the example that I will follow in the future.  A number of you have ask that I do a video on her but I haven’t reached the confidence level necessary…

The Mayor’s Wife

You’re probably wondering why a nice looking dame like this is married to that fat old fart of a Mayor.  Well, if you knew the amount of money he’s purloined  away from the honest citizens of the town of Big Thicket during his 15 years in office you’d understand.–I’ve got to say that this one…