My Dancers progress

[NoDNA]

After much pecking and picking . And some new smaller tools, I have been able to get into the closer areas. Whew. And working with this Hard wood has been a challenge . Next time I think? I will be able to have some color going on. Both sides If anyone remembers I did not have a full copy to see what they would look like. I now have his "back" foot off the floor and her "Back" foot almost. The sanding is almost all done? and her face is too. I hope. Comments are most welcome This couple has been driving me nuts for weeks and I call them the Grass Dancers 20220124Grassdanc2.jpg 20220124Grassdanc.jpg

[Nebraska]

I’m liking your dancers the lifted feet a nice touch.

[joepaulbutler]

This is one great carving WOW!

[DiLeon]

I agree with Joe it is great....love the design of the dancers.

[Glenn Jennings]

Hi chuck
I think you have capture the "spirit" of dance extremely well with piece. The fluid motion of the piece just says it all. Nice concept well executed mate. They look like a couple of professionals doing their thing.Happy carving.

[yolli]

Hi Chuck, the expression of the dancers is great...they dance passionated, full of elan, movement and emotions...

[tioga paddler]

I have to agree with what has been said so far about the spirit and movement . I think the way you have the guy's chin sticking out is the key to establishing the spirit. You can feel that both dancers are really enjoying themselves. What a great subject to carve. Great job.

[tioga paddler]

Chuck
What is the size of your dancers? What kind of wood did you use?

[Randy]

They are looking good Chuck. The raised feet give them movement. I can hear the music.

[uvawyo]

Totally Awesome!

[Merle Rice]

Hi Chuck, you really Picked a Challenging Subject with the Different Levels and Angles , Oh! and Hard Wood, but your Effort and Determination pulled it off. Merle

[Steev]

I hope you take this as well meant constructive criticism, but some more work defining arms from other arms and bodies, legs from dresses would really add some depth and definition.

[Eddy-Smiles]

It's going to be a beautiful piece of art when it's completed.

[NoDNA]

Thanks to all for your comments , and yes, Steev, there is still more to do. I cannot remember why I picked this wood. But it looked so good when I was cutting it out the hand drawn pattern. The start of the idea came from a ceramic piece that was in a box and only one sided. The arms and legs, I have had to guess quite a bit.. Hopefully it will either be finished next month or a hidden part., HAHA . I have other items working too and all in some kind of woods. ?? How did I get into this anyway?
Chuck

[NoDNA]

Chuck
What is the size of your dancers? What kind of wood did you use?

The size is almost 5-1/2 " tall total. The wood? I believe it is HARD.. It WAS A STRAY PIECE i HAD IN A PILE AND I DID A CUT WITH A BLADE IT FELT GOOD, Then .

and we'll see how it comes out. Thanks for asking.
Chuck