Post #251917 by Paipo on Fri, Sep 1, 2006 3:26 AM

Hey VanTiki, I love seeing your new stuff too...any more musical mugs in the pipeline? The new coin is pretty cool too...

Cheers me old mate "Tamapoutini" - I would've shown you the skulleater when you were here the other day, but he was already on his way to a new home ...as for your comments - flattery will get you everywhere - I'll have to shout you a couple of beers tomorrow!

BK and GMAN, thanks for the nice comments on the Tangaroa - he is a special piece, which is why I put him away for a while. I'd be stoked to make you something from my basalt stash BK.

Thanks kingstiedye - keep a close eye on your mailbox early next week!

Flynny, I knew you'd be happy to see these pics - I bet you were wondering if you'd see this guy again. Looking forward to seeing your output with the dental handpiece.

Benz, don't worry - most of the recent pieces won't be ebayed, and won't even need to go in the marketplace - I'm very happy to say that some of my work has found some good homes here on TC already. I'd rather get a little less and know it will be worn, seen and appreciated.

JohnnyP, my hands weren't so steady when I was trying to use the paintbrush! Truth is, it had been a while since I'd really carved anything detailed, but I think the mind is more important than the hand. I spend a lot of time visualising and "mind carving" pieces before I pick up tools.

Jonesey, I'll keep on keeping up with the posting - here's a couple more of #7. The paua eye looks positively crocodilian! Should be all done this weekend: