Wi'i Akua's first carving...

This is the first thing I have carved. I saw a slide in an art history class in uni and wanted to know what one looked like in person. I couldn't afford to go see any of the three extant Ki'i Akua, so I humbly decided to try to make one.

So, here's Kuka'ilimoku. What do you guys think?

The one with my big face is for scale...I am six five or so, so I reckon Ku's about 7 foot. He is heavy.

Oh, before I forget...you guys rock! I have been lurking for a couple days and finally got the courage up to post my ki'i...it took a while to get the courage because so many of you do such fantastic work!

Aloha!

[ Edited by: Wi'i Akua 2007-06-20 18:50 ]

Fantastic carving, especially for your first carving. Great Job!

Just keep those chisels sharp and keep on going...

Most Excellent for your first. A bit rough but Way Advanced design and implementation!
Big Welcome to Tiki Central. Come on in and stay awhile, Glad to have you.
When you are posting 4 to 6 pictures a day then you'll Really be Cooking. Nice Job.

wow, bit of OCD? that's very, very nice. you should post some "in progress" shots in the future.

welcome.

welcome excellent tiki keep up the good work

First thing you've carved? Ever!?! I wish I was that ambitious with my first carving. Great job!

Holy bejebus! how did I miss this? Big first for sure! Welcome to TC!

Did you use a Lancelot? (I noticed the grinder in one pic) Very nice first!

Where are you located?

Mahalo

McTiki

[ Edited by: McTiki 2007-06-22 05:53 ]

Welcome Wi'i! That has got to be one of the most ambitious first tikis I've seen. Can't wait to see your second. Nice work - keep posting progress!

A-A

XXXXtra good first carve! That headdress, especially the backside is insane. Must've taken you a while to get that thing carved out? Looks good!

Hi Wi'i

It s nice work you make.
I like the back also that s very nice carving.
I hope to see more from you keep posted.

greetz Limo