This post will close out the Coal Miner project. Needless to say, I’m sorry we couldn’t flesh him out like I had originally hoped but even without the addition of a coal cart I think he looks pretty snappy. One thing for sure…..he needs to spend a few minutes, maybe an hour, in the shower….
Month: May 2024
Half Breed – Finished
Wrapped this one up yesterday. Had my doubts about him but he turned out pretty good after all. Tried a little darker complexion by adding some brown to the flesh mixture. I like it. Comments welcome.
Half-Breed
Originally published in December 2012 First, let us thank you for all your good wishes over this season. That was kind of you. Thanks. Now for a little history about this fella. Since we’ve been going to Woolaroc Museum for our exhibit each week for the past month, and since they have the largest collection…
Le Chef
Now sure what this guy is cooking but I don’t think I’ll place an order. He’ll have a cigarette handing out the side of his mouth, no doubt to let the ashes drop in the soup to give it some extra flavor. Couple more photos in the gallery but this is an original so no…
The Grinch!
This Bottlestopper was made for the Woodcarvers Auction at the November, 2012 Dayton, Ohio Artistry in Wood show. I was worried about the green but with a little Midnight Blue and Yellow mixed in for shading he turned out pretty good. The red and white really amplify that face. I can’t remember exactly what…
Wrapped In Glory
Originally published in 2012 Here is the newest piece just off the carving bench. Stands a little over 12″ tall with the base. Should be pretty colorful once painted. I gave him some hammered brass earrings which I’ve painted gold. Still have to add some wire ties to his shell choker which should finish the…
El Jefe
Originally published in 2012 I haven’t decided on a name for this fella yet. Would like to call him Santiago but I’ve used that one already, same goes for Pancho, Pedro, Pablo, so will continue my search for a good one. He’s pretty good sized, standing about 15″ with the base. Comments welcome.
Will Rogers
Originally published in 2012 It’s been quite a while since I carved Will Rogers and as they were asking about him last week when Judy and I paid a visit to Woolaroc museum I thought I’d do another bust of the Oklahoma humorist. The hat behind his head is not the one that will…
The Pot Seller – Hopi Maiden
I’ve always wanted to do a lady from this tribe and after taking in the Santa Fe Indian Market earlier this month I was able to come up with the necessary research to start the project. The hairstyle is what sets off the piece. It’s know as a Squash Blossom. If your a Star Wars…
Hot Irons & Arbuckles
I’ve done this little scene a couple of times before so I thought I would polish off another for the upcoming November show. This fella is getting ready for the morning branding chores but still has time for a quick cup of Arbuckles. Arbuckles was the coffee choice in the old days as it was…