Post #270011 by Babalu on Sat, Dec 2, 2006 6:41 AM

Hi Benzart,

I've been taking my time going over your different threads and posts as there is just so much to digest....

I must say that your work simply blows me away! You are truly a master carver. TC is very is quite fortunate to have you around, and documenting your trail blazing efforts.

In this tread, I am very intrigued by the tiki groupings. I love the way these tiki's touch and play off of one another...they are very strong pieces standing alone individually, but it's grouped together that they really seem to come to life for me...cool direction.

Your periodic jump into stone is also very cool...It would be fun to see some of your stone carvings integrated into the wood in the way that you have been using the shell...or, maybe even both, shell and stone? I really love mixed media efforts in art.

At any rate, if you should ever come back to San Diego for a gathering, I would sure love to take part...One could really learn a great deal from you. Keep up the great work man!

Best,

Babalu