Bear in Ash

[NorfolknGood]

My 1st bear standing 32" in total. Still plenty of work to do on it and I have not decided on a finish, I would like to use something natural.

 

1st I roughed it out with the MS260 then went in with the MS150.

[abercarver]

Another great carving, and superb 1st!!!

 

Cant wait to see the finished product..!! :-)

[NorfolknGood]

He has a bit of a crack a going on!

[dervishcarving]

cracks happen... oil oil and more oil

[abercarver]

i call it 'authentic'...

 

Looking really good :-)

[jamiep]

Lovely bit of carving that mate, excellent proportions.

Looking forward to seeing the finished article, chhers

 

Jamie

[NorfolknGood]

Not quite what I hoped for but relatively pleased for 1st attempt at a bear. SWWMBO says I'm too hard on myself but in my view if you have a picture of something you SHOULD be able to copy it (I cant yet). You fantasy carvers out there blow my mind with your skills!!!

 

I almost forgot to add, no chisel was used in making this bear only MS260 for roughing out then MS150 for detail. A light sanding on the nose area with flap disc in grinder. 2 holes in hooter with drill and a 16mm spade bit to make the holes for eyes. My 1st proper all chainsaw carving to

Edited August 30, 2013 by NorfolknGood

[FriarsGorse]

Superb !!! He looks the friendly sort

[Mightyoak]

That is brilliant...If I can achieve anything that good, I will be over the moon!

 

Well Done!!

[Dorset Hedgelayer]

If thats 1st look, forward to other stuff BRILLIANT