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Paipo's Stone Tikis - 1st Thread - Jun 06 - May 08

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Happy Birthday, Paipo! Rock on!
:drink: :tiki: :drink: :tiki: :drink: :tiki: :drink:

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Paipo posted on Fri, Aug 3, 2007 3:51 PM

Kaimuki, Jonesey, virani, Bullet, BenZ, Jen - thanks! Bullet, too true - it is too hard to do simple versions of these guys. I just can't cut corners no matter how hard I try. The quikis might have started and finished with #1!

Well, I had a great night out with Tama at his opening. I didn't end up taking my camera because I was on foot, but he may have some pics to share when he gets back. We went on to visit another carver/friend/inspiration of ours who specialises in jade, and saw some jaw-dropping pieces in progress when we stopped by. Lots of ogling of stone, discussions about art and carving, and low-level substance abuse. Good times!

Meanwhile, here's the completed skulleater. I've had a lot of interest in this guy so maybe there will be a MK III or even IV not far away!

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harro posted on Fri, Aug 3, 2007 4:56 PM

Awesome!!!!

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harro posted on Fri, Aug 3, 2007 4:59 PM

PS yeah still in SthAmerica Paipo, enjoying it but reading all these great threads on Creating Tiki has me really missing the chisels and the messy backyard!!

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Robin posted on Fri, Aug 3, 2007 5:35 PM

It is indeed a beauty....I'm kinda with Ben on this....speechless. But I'd sing happy b'day to you if you were closer!

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hewey posted on Fri, Aug 3, 2007 5:38 PM

Nice work as always mate, well done :D

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Just fabulous !

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GMAN posted on Sun, Aug 5, 2007 6:31 PM

Beautiful Paipo, simply beautiful!

T

Totally cool man. I love it! Great detail.

V

Simply amazing!

I hope against hope that I get to see one of your pieces in persion some day. So talented!

Henrik "VanTiki"

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Double post! The shame of it - now I know why other folks double post on occasion....

[ Edited by: VanTiki 2007-08-06 19:57 ]

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Meanwhile, here's the completed Skulleater. I've had a lot of interest in this guy so maybe there will be a MK III or even IV not far away!

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The precision on this piece is So Obvious it's unbelievable. Do you guys know how difficult it is to get those Perfectly machined looking lines? In STONE? This SMALL? The precise detail is just breathtaking Paipo. The inlay fit is just as perfect and beautiful too. Iyyyiiiiiyyiii!
The Only PROVLEM is there is Only ONE Picture??? Paipo, We NEED MORE Pictures, c'mon now..

On 2007-08-07 05:45, Benzart wrote:

The precision on this piece is So Obvious it's unbelievable. Do you guys know how difficult it is to get those Perfectly machined looking lines? In STONE? This SMALL? The precise detail is just breathtaking Paipo. The inlay fit is just as perfect and beautiful too. Iyyyiiiiiyyiii!
The Only PROVLEM is there is Only ONE Picture??? Paipo, We NEED MORE Pictures, c'mon now..

Hear, hear to all of that. *Its those tortureous/infamous rubbing-sticks again isnt it..? bah. it has to be done.

More pics, More pics, More pics...

Thanks for your support, company, stimulating conversation etc opening night too mate. Good times. (low-level substance abuse indeed!; where was I when this was going on..?) :wink:

T :)

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GMAN posted on Wed, Aug 8, 2007 4:05 AM

Yes indeedy! Precision is an understatement - however it is what we have come to expect from our friend Paipo. This piece is exceptionally tight Paipo. You never cease to impress. Where is this beach where you plan to "release" some of your rejects? When I get to NZ (one day) I will plan my entire stay around beachcoming there....

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Paipo posted on Wed, Aug 8, 2007 4:46 AM

Cheers to all once again! I had little idea where this piece was going during most of the carving process and it really didn't work itself out til right near the finish. One of the problems that comes from doing virtually no drawing I guess. Anyway, I've always had a thing for skulls and bones, well before I was into carving and tiki, and I envisage more darker themed pieces coming soon. I know there are a lot of other tiki people that are also into horror and monsters in a big way.
Tool/technique wise - just the diamond burrs again on this piece, with a whisper of sandblasting to smooth out a few scratches. I used to go over a lot of my pieces with the fine burrs but don't bother these days as most of the shapes I use don't come in that grit. It's a matter of reducing the revs and pressure to minimise the toolmarks. The right stone will actually start to shine if you go over it enough times - the Hua Moa almost looked polished when I finished. Patience and obsession help too!
For the "machined" lines...a fresh burr, lots of revs and water, cut hard and steady, and don't stop til you get to the end of the line...

On 2007-08-08 04:05, GMAN wrote:
Yes indeedy! Precision is an understatement - however it is what we have come to expect from our friend Paipo. This piece is exceptionally tight Paipo. You never cease to impress. Where is this beach where you plan to "release" some of your rejects? When I get to NZ (one day) I will plan my entire stay around beachcoming there....

What about that submersible-thingy you get to play with from time to time? Would the batteries/fueltank make it to NZ..? You could claim it was a business trip.. :lol:

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I've looked at this guy about a dozen times and haven't been able to come up with the right words. Droool

Bring on the horror!!! I love your work!

Craig

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GROG posted on Wed, Aug 8, 2007 8:04 AM

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Paipo posted on Fri, Aug 10, 2007 8:11 PM

Thanks JP, Craig and GROG (took me a minute to work out what was going on in that pic!)
Back in the shed finally...lots of different pieces on the go, but only one worth posting at present. I didn't get time to get early pics of this one in progress, but it didn't look very good in the roughout phase anyway. I tend to just hack away fairly crudely at various spots until it gets down to where it needs to be!


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Robin posted on Fri, Aug 10, 2007 8:31 PM

Yahoo! Another one in the works.

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Get that boy a tissue! Looks like he's got the sniffles! :wink:

On 2007-08-10 21:22, JenTiki wrote:
Get that boy a tissue! Looks like he's got the sniffles! :wink:

Makes me want to wipe his nose!

Awesome Paipo. (as always).

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GMAN posted on Sat, Aug 11, 2007 6:00 AM

Shrunken head? Very nice.

-G

PAIPO-
It's asmazing how you transform the stones into beautiful artwork. Someday I'll be there. Thanks for sharing!
Ray

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Cool. I Love how the lines just Flow in this guy. Amazing how you could get those large features on that small face. Sweet!

too cool, Paipo! those pieces are awesome.

the new guy looks awesome paipo. i'm wondering what you'll do with his eyes. i think it would look cool if you could make some eyes with the same agate you used for wheku's tongue.

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Paipo posted on Sat, Aug 11, 2007 2:13 PM

Cheers Robin, Jen, kiwishaman, G, Moondance, Ben, Pat and Bullet. The big nose (and the big lips) are for reasons which will become apparent in the next lot of pics. G is on to it... :wink: Hoping to have this guy in the bag today!
It was a heap of extra work geting the features so deep Ben, but they have to accomodate certain "extras" so I had no choice. Defnitely a little more naturalistic this time. Bullet - no inlaid eyes for this guy...in fact I'm still undecided as to how I'll do them. I have room, but the high spots around them make it hard to get in using my usual techniques. I'm sure I'll figure something out!

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Paipo posted on Sat, Aug 11, 2007 5:58 PM

getting closer:

Another 2 stone pendent, eachone more unique then the last. I love this one!

Amy

I think you're getting Tahiti confused with Haiti..?? Thats some seriously freeky Voodoo-Tiki you've got there. (Sewn lips?) :wink:

-Sometimes you scare me dude. :lol:

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Now that looks seriously cool!

Looking forward to more shots!

KS

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Paipo posted on Sun, Aug 12, 2007 5:21 AM

Carving's all done on this fella now. Just the finishing touches (cordage etc) left to go.
Cheers Amy, Tama and kiwishaman...more to come!


:x Dammitt! :x I kick sand in your face Mr. Paipo!!! :x

Naaaw, not really... :) I get all tweaked everytime I see a new Paipo design, I wanna! I wanna! I wanna! like a little kid. :D

Freakin' Sick Paip, keep on rockin!!! :D

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Everything that flipflop said. Awesome little bugger he's going to be. Man...as I sit here gawking at the screen trying to speak with Nothing coming out. :lol:

Excellent! I would have said it was done with the first pictures, but you pushed it even farther. The "bone" nosering is awesome. Are these ideas coming out of your head?

Holy ****! Mighty fine work you've done there.

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Robin posted on Sun, Aug 12, 2007 9:16 AM

Pretty nice Paipo...I have a pretty good idea it's going to get even better looking at those holes.

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OH! GREAT GREAT GREAT! excellent piece! I understand TravelingJones perfectly your work is addictive!!

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See! He did need a tissue! Now he's got full-blown buggers coming out of his nose!
:D
Sorry 'bout that! I had to do it!

Another fine piece of workmanship Stoner Boy!

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GMAN posted on Sun, Aug 12, 2007 5:26 PM

all smiles!!!!!!!

wow!!!! sitting here waiting to see the final....wow

Amy

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WOW, amazing.
There is always a kind of "suspense" around each new piece you're carving and it is always a great surprise to discover what comes next time after time, great job.

P.S: Did you purchase a "Carving Jack" ?

Benjamin.

Great carving! With you next post could we see a profile view of this carving? Thanks.

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the tiki gods are very pleased. as for me, i don't even know what to say any more about your work. my mind is now completely blown.


[ Edited by: kingstiedye 2007-08-13 14:24 ]

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Paipo posted on Mon, Aug 13, 2007 2:40 PM

Sure!




I'm having real trouble getting a decent pic as always - I'll be doing a full jungle backdrop photoshoot when it's complete. The cord work is taking a lot longer than I expected...
No carving jack yet - I wish I had time to carve wood! It is going to happen one day!
cheers again all!
:tiki:

Paipo strikes again!
Shrunken Head!?!?
What CAN'T you carve out of stone?
Mind-Blowing!
insert facemelt HERE!

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