Work in Progress. Nittany Lion Statue

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5/10: It started as a block of oak, 3 x 3 x 6-in.

I draw some milestones on the wood, then rough out major features.

5/13: I cut in layers, working on several areas at a time.  As a layer is completed, I draw some milestones as guides for the next layer.  The wood is on a print out of a picture of the statue on the Penn State campus.

5/14: Now the ears, eyes, and mouth are starting to take shape

I'll be sure to fix the right eye.

Tiki Statues

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You have to take a break from care taking.

A walk on the beach is a terrific relaxer; especially if you are trying to lose weight.

On a walk at dawn, I found some driftwood.
There is much history to the Tiki Statues.  They occur somewhat similarly in different Pacific cultures.

I carved a set of four for a custom request.  These are destined to be fitted with torches to grace a pool area at a house near Austin TX.

 This one is inspired by a Tiki statue in a lobby of a hotel.

 The fourth one is still a work in progress.  That one is inspired by the Easter Island statues that have the elegant features.

The last two are profile shots of the first one.

As these are a gift, I don't know if I will be able to capture them before they have to go.

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