Post #138631 by Hale Tiki on Mon, Jan 31, 2005 9:18 PM

So, here is my first large scale tiki creation. It's not totally done, I still need to carve the weapons, and the shark teeth are on their way. BUT, it's done to a point where I can put mugs on it. So, not that you all wanted it, but here's the progress pics. I like it damn it. I still don't have full use of my hand, so it was a pain to do. It's my tribute to Vic, Witco, and Bosko. Here goes!

This is my initial drawing, done while my hand was in a cast.

This is the shield cut out of 1/2" plywood, covered in a cotton leopard print. I couldn't find the right leopard fur, and I was tired of searching, so I settled on a cotton print, and I'm happy with it.


These next two pictures are of my "shop." It sucks living in a one bedroom apartment. Oh yah, my neighbors LOVE me.


These are the shelves after the first coat of stain.

Closeups of the designs. (I know it's no Bosko, but it's my first attempt)



And of course, the final design, sans weapons.

Well? It's not fantastic, but I'm happy with it. Thanks for all your inspiration!!!