Post #22565 by Chongolio on Mon, Feb 10, 2003 3:41 PM

Hey all, thanks for the input. I think everybody is putting out great work regardless of style, influence , etc. The ritual and process of creativity is what it all about. The pics everybody keeps posting keep me motivate to learn this skill.
Has anybody else ever carved a eucalyptus? I am not too bummed about the cracks, I kinda thought it made it look a little more aged also. I just hope it doesnt split to badly. Do you think it is to late to use pruning seal on it now? I will try the pickle juice trick since I dont have a torch. There is an abundance of redwoods around my parts, I think I will try to hunt down a redwood log for my next effort. Although I do think I remember a post about that being a harder wood.
Better pick up that stropping cloth while I am getting the pruning seal. Allright Mrkcat nice job! I like the way you worked out the mouth. Be sure to post some finished shots. Maybe you can get a profile too. BK the weapons are awesome! I dig the tapa you have them on too. Florida may still happen for me. If so I would definately want to browse your goods. The only thing I would be selling though would be decals and bar signs!
Thanks again everone for the replys, advice and of course the pics.
Chongolio