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BENZART's Carvings Second original thread
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Benzart
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Here is this guy with eyes now. I wanted him to see where we were going.
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Sam Gambino
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08/28/2005
Hey, you have a point there, Ben. I've never met him, but the pics I've seen of him... the hair.... The resemblance is uncanny, I say.... Lookin' fine as always, Ben!
[ Edited by: Sam Gambino 2005-08-27 20:29 ] |
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hewey
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08/28/2005
Cool carving ben. Even with one eye you still are awesome |
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tiki beat by marcus thorn
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08/28/2005
Ben it looks like me with that quif/hairdo. |
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McTiki
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08/29/2005
Ben, this little guy reminds me of a Pirranah Tiki god. The teeth look ominous! Cool Tigerwood. Keep the inspirations coming. McTiki |
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RevBambooBen
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08/29/2005
Arrrrrrrr!! (beer belly and all!!!) Back to work. |
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Tiki G.
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08/29/2005
Ben you go big.....then you go small. Then you go this way, then you go that way. Is there any way you don't go? Great job on the "Bamboo Ben" look-a-like!!!!! Working on a few things for the Hukilau. See you there! G. [ Edited by: Tiki G. 2005-08-29 11:07 ] |
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TikiTikiBoom
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08/30/2005
For some reason I am reminded of the lil wood carved doll in Trilogy of Terror. ::: shudders :::: His teeth are very scary!! Well done again, Ben! |
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Benzart
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08/30/2005
Thanks to All of you for the great input. It really gets me fired up to make more sawdust!!. |
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flacookz
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08/30/2005
GIVE US ......... MORE MOR MOIA |
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stentiki
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08/31/2005
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Benzart
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08/31/2005
Thanks FlaCookz,, unfortunately it is not moai. There is a hint right below the last picture, Yes a maori Stentiki Thanks for your input on the benzino debacle tiki. |
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ManoKoa
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08/31/2005
Can't wait til you get to the detailing part. I'm sure you'll put some killer tats on the buggah. Are you done w/ the chainsaw on this piece? I tend to over motivate my chainsaw cuts and jack up a piece of wood. |
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hewey
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08/31/2005
Its gonna be another masterpiece by Benz! |
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stentiki
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08/31/2005
Hey Ben, Can't wait to see the Maori carving! How tall will it be? Do you ship to HB? And by the way, I talked to Bamboo Ben Monday night and he says "you da man." So no wonder you carving him. :) Big ups to you! |
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Benzart
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08/31/2005
Thanks again everyone.
[ Edited by: Benzart 2005-08-31 12:05 ] |
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TikiTikiBoom
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08/31/2005
Ben, The tiki looks incredible so far! The ring?? I simply cannot wait to see what you are going to do that! The design looks intricate and I can just tell it's going to be another work of art! I'm in suspense!! |
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Benzart
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09/02/2005
Here is the latest update on the Maori BigBenZart |
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Moondance
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09/02/2005
WOW BEN that is incredible!! I need to pitch a tent near you and beg for your carving guidance. |
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Benzart
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09/02/2005
Moondance, Come on down. There are vacant lots next door. You could clear a space and pitch your tent there and wait for the garage door to open. free lessons |
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Moondance
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09/02/2005
That would be the best vacation I could think of. |
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congatiki
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09/02/2005
super Ben...makes me smile a lot...gotta see more pics |
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Moki
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09/02/2005
WOW!!! Check out the lips on that guy!! Can't wait to see more. How are your eyes holding up? And a ring!!?? On no..... put me back on the list!! I think Ric owes me an anniversary present pretty soon. :lol: Amazing as always. Can't wait to see more. |
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The Sperm Whale
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09/02/2005
Keep up the great work Ben!!! You are my hero!!! |
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kirby
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09/02/2005
off the hook benzy,looks awsome... |
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Sam Gambino
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09/02/2005
Man, Ben! That guy is something else! These full sized Benzarts are FINE! I'm proud that you are working on such a large scale when not long ago, you had just begun carving smaller pieces again. Way to go!!
[ Edited by: Sam Gambino 2005-09-02 00:07 ] |
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hewey
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09/02/2005
Awesome stuff dude |
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AlienTiki
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09/02/2005
I like how you show the big and small stuff. Great stuff Benzart. Aloha |
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AlohaStation
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09/02/2005
Love the big guy. A Ring? Now that's going small. Are you using knives or a rotary tool? Is the blank something you made or ordered? |
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surfintiki
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09/02/2005
WoW! He's cool...lotta soul too. |
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Benzart
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09/02/2005
Thanks everyone, I'm So glad you like the Maori so much. He's about my favorite subject to carve, The most magical and rewarding. |
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stentiki
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09/02/2005
Lookin' good, Ben! I can't wait to see the Maori when he's complete. That ring looks awesome too! I don't know how you do it all but keep 'em coming. |
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Benzart
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09/02/2005
Here is todays update of the Maori and the wedding band. Also some of the tools I use for the ring.
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cheekytiki
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09/02/2005
Good work Ben. |
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Davez_tikiz
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09/02/2005
Wow! They both look awesome! Those really small burrs, are they die grinder size (1/4"), or Dremel size (1/8") ? |
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Moondance
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09/02/2005
Ben- [ Edited by: Moondance 2005-09-02 16:14 ] |
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Benzart
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09/02/2005
Thanks for the comps guys. These burs are 3/32" shafts and I have some 1/8" burs also. I can carve about 3 hours a day max, sometimes a bit more if doing something easy. Yes, dentists use some burs this size but mostly theirs are 1/16", super high speed, carbide. I don't have a die grinder any longer so use gouges instead. |
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congatiki
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09/03/2005
unbelievable...whenever i think i am getting close to |
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McTiki
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09/03/2005
I just showed my wahine this art. We are blown away Ben! As usual Brah! You are the Jedi of Tiki. Mahalos McTiki |
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Polynesiac
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09/03/2005
COOL!!! another maori warrior! He already looks awesome...you get that palm so smooth, its amazing! is that from sanding? that ring is something else! that detail is incredable. Nice work Ben, I can't wait to see the updates tomorrow. |
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Benzart
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09/04/2005
I didn't do much today since it was Saturday, but I HAD to at least start on the face. It's just a start, but it gives an idea of whats to come. |
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GMAN
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09/04/2005
Ben, That is gonna be KILLER! I need to get tat lessons from you for my shark. -G |
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8FT Tiki
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09/04/2005
Oh yeah....Now we're gettin' to the good part!!!!!!!! |
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hewey
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09/04/2005
Cool carvings man! Both the maori and the ring look like they gonna be killer. Nice |
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john
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09/06/2005
awesome work ben! the detail on such small pieces is astounding! |
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Benzart
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09/06/2005
Thanks GMAN, 8ft and Hewey, for the props. someone does have a hold on him, so yes he is spoken for. He will be at Hukilau first for decorations along with his brothers. |
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Tiki G.
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09/06/2005
Oh no.....you're really raising the bar now. Ouch. Insane is all I can say and your not even done with it yet. Go Benzart! |
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Palama Tiki
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09/06/2005
absolutely amazing! |
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