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Carvings from Frog Island Tikis
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10/01/2014
Thanks for the well wishes mates, I'm doing fine and even got some carving in this past weekend. Can't wait for the arrival of your floats Skip, they will really set "Totem" off. |
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MadDogMike
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10/01/2014
Cy the gecko looks good but the incision looks like it's pulling apart, maybe SOMEBODY was doing a little too much? Jon, can I get an official ruling here? :wink: PS - thanks for keeping your pants on for that selfie :lol: When you hurry through life, you just get to the end faster. [ Edited by: MadDogMike 2014-10-01 00:00 ] |
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tikiskip
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10/01/2014
It looks ok, I lost a bellybutton when they did mine you don't want to see that. Did you get this done in Mexico? :) |
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cy
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10/01/2014
Well, now that you mention it that does look a little suspect. The "dr." said he specializes in abortions and that hernia surgery would be "no problemo" |
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TheBigT
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10/02/2014
LOL, yes, thanks! 2nd the motion.. So, the gecko is really cool! Nice addition. |
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cy
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10/05/2014
MDM and Big T I was going to include a joke about a wide angle lens but I'm much to mature for that. Thanks to TikiSkip for the cluster of floats, they need some tweaking but here is the progress. |
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Will carve
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10/05/2014
That color makes that guy pop. |
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TheBigT
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10/06/2014
A pool cue?! Friggin awesome! |
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tikiskip
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10/15/2014
repost [ Edited by: tikiskip 2014-10-15 12:50 ] |
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hang10tiki
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10/15/2014
Mike- the hernia scar looks fine New stuff looks good sir Jon |
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tikiskip
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10/15/2014
Cy thank you for including Tikiskip lights in your art. Got a new idea for you but am having a hard time starting it as am not Cy is a great guy to work with and hope to help |
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cy
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10/19/2014
Thanks Will, you are correct, the contrast in colors is a fun way to make em' pop. Big T I have been planning an 8 ball shrunken head type thing for the bottom panel so stay tuned. I appreciate the constant motivation you send my way H10! TikiSkip the last carving I added your lighting to sold in no time so I'd be a fool not including it whenever possible. Here is "Totem" all finished. I added red to pick up highlights from the float, and though I was convinced I needed a cluster of them, one looked the most balanced. Also melted some glass for the eyes. [ Edited by: cy 2014-10-19 15:00 ] [ Edited by: cy 2014-10-19 15:01 ] |
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congatiki
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10/20/2014
Kickin' butt Cy...love the carving and color in the latest totem. Another |
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TheBigT
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10/20/2014
that totem finished out NICE, cy! Love the mahogany piece, man the design on that is outstanding. |
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10/20/2014
The colors really bring that to life!! |
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hang10tiki
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10/21/2014
Totem looks great master CY |
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cy
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11/02/2014
Thanks for the props Conga, Big T, Aloha, and H10, it always makes it worth the effort! I did a lot on the mahogany panel "Restless Natives" in the last week or so. |
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hang10tiki
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11/03/2014
8 ball |
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cy
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11/10/2014
A bit'o progress. This is a piece of Malaysian jelutong which handles a lot like bass wood but a little harder and with a cool yellowish tint. |
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11/10/2014
I like those back to back guards. |
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hang10tiki
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11/11/2014
CY- lookin good bruddah |
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danlovestikis
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11/11/2014
CY, I think you honed your skills during a past lifetime...or two. I see many cultures in your work and that proves my theory. Miss you, Wendy |
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cy
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11/12/2014
Thanks Will, they form a tight defense back to back. Always appreciate H10, and Wendy I do not remember what happened last week let alone another lifetime ago but I use every influence I can when carving. [ Edited by: cy 2014-11-12 08:04 ] |
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TikiAno
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11/23/2014
Cy, looking great. Each one of your pieces demonstrates so much thoughtfulness and creativity- inspiring. I really need to come visit the wood carving section more, ha. I definitely agree with what Wendy said... Your first attempt with clay is phenomenal, too. Enough with showing off! :wink: Brunswick looks awesome, as does Ward. Look forward to seeing more. I promise to come back soon. |
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11/23/2014
killer as usual... |
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hiltiki
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11/23/2014
Restless Natives rocks. |
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cy
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11/23/2014
Thankee kindly pjc and hil I am very happy with the way Restless Natives is coming out but frustrated with the amount of time it is taking to complete. Tiki Ano the carving section is a bit dangerous so I am pleased that you are brave enough to explore the depths of the TC jungle. Hear me now and believe me later, this one is the first I have done without the use of a chain saw. |
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MadDogMike
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11/24/2014
Very cool Cy! Does mahogany grow on Frog Island? |
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danlovestikis
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11/24/2014
You could be a mayan artist returned to make tikis. I'm sure I saw your work on a pyramid. You are unique, Wendy |
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cy
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11/24/2014
Unfortunately no mahogany grows on Frog Island MadDog, I purchased it from a hardwood store in Portland along with the jelutong. I always see Mayan influences in tiki Wendy, and think that the squareness in Ward is what makes him look that way. |
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hang10tiki
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11/24/2014
Good stuff Bruddah |
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cy
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11/30/2014
As always, thanks for commenting Jon! I started a new walnut piece cuz I was so tired of the monotony involved in finishing a project. [ Edited by: cy 2014-11-30 14:32 ] |
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hang10tiki
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12/01/2014
Stud |
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TikiAno
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12/05/2014
cy, wow x 10. I was proud to (finally) wear my Frog Island shirt when the weather down here finally cooled down enough. Made me want to carve some wood. Okay, maybe some clay instead? Hope all is well. That jelutong carving is awesome! |
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TheBigT
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12/12/2014
Restless Natives, killer piece. I also thought of mayan influence when I saw it. Super nice work cy. |
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pjc5150
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12/13/2014
they kinda have a meso feel to them,.. killer as usual bro,.. 8) |
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cy
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12/14/2014
Oh yeah H10, Cyvita full strength, thanks TA, glad it cooled to the low 70's, and Big T I think this is my best so far. It has a lot to do with carving such a nice wood like mahogany. Pjc and BT you are getting a bit heavy on me but my influence comes from the first jack-ass that pulled a charcoal stick from the fire and scribbled something on the cave wall so thanks for noticing! Like my favorite tiki bar I enjoy Tiki Central for it's intimacy and am happy that people are still commenting and participating! |
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hang10tiki
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12/15/2014
Wow |
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Will carve
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12/15/2014
"Brunswick." |
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TikiAno
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12/15/2014
Wowzers. Killer. Re: temperature, I have to say it DID drop below 70. Nights are in the upper 50s-60s now. Brrrrrrr! Okay, everyone stop sharpening tools and pointing them at me when I write this. :) |
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pjc5150
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12/16/2014
wow.... |
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danlovestikis
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01/03/2015
Dan got cold last night and he managed to find the Frog Island T-shirt you gave him. He said it felt so good to sleep in it, soft and warm. Thank you CY. Excellent work as always, Wendy |
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cy
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01/03/2015
Thanks H10, Will you are officially invited to my place for a game of billiards, TA I think most of us envy the mild temps that you, pjc, and Wendy and Dan enjoy! In the midst of chaos this Christmas vacation I managed to finish "Brunswick","Ward", and "Restless Natives" A 115 ft. fir that was going to fall on my work space/garage was removed along with a couple beautiful cedars has left me with more lumber than I will ever use. [ Edited by: cy 2015-01-03 16:17 ] |
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tikiskip
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01/04/2015
"This originally was cute in the way it grew crooked" You know you have to hang a tiki or light from this limb right? |
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01/04/2015
Polished & with impeccable detail, That monster log is gonna take some thought. |
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01/04/2015
Outstanding work as usual Cy. Always a cut above the majority of us. Looks like some chainsaw work in your future and I'm looking forward to it. |
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cy
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01/04/2015
I am seeing your most excellent idea Skip, mine was to nail wooden orange crate planks to the backside of the tree so I could climb and sit pondering the meaning of life while my legs dangle off the end. My family can see me from the house so flashing the high sign should have them tying a beer to a rope that I could then haul up. Will, the props of carvers that I admire is my very best inspiration! Happy to know you are still out there amate, I have been wondering where you been. My chain saw is already screaming to cut into that beautiful, fresh wood... patience is a hell of a difficult virtue. Here is a new small piece of poplar. Skip I need something small hanging from the top guy. |
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01/05/2015
WOW, Incredible carving wood stored and I'm sure you have big Tiki plans for every piece. Love the last Poplar piece, Incredible design and detail. I should visit more often! |
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