I was originally going to just place this figure on a plain base but as I had just completed Charlie Red Horse and mounted him that way I thought I'd put this one in the snow. I really like using snow as the starkness of the white really amplifies the colors of the figure.
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The hardest part of this piece was coming up with the painted designs on the robe. Not hard from the application but as I had just done a painted robe I wanted something unique for this one. So Black Elk sat staring at me unpainted for several weeks until I came up with something. Personally I think the wait was worth it as while he might look sad I'm sure he's real proud of his robe and the memories and warmth it provides.
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There are more photos in the Gallery and, as always, your comments are welcome.
Fantastic Lynn! A real masterpiece. The design on the robe is amazing. The look on his face shows some sad reflection on better times. Jast great.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful Job Lynn, I really don't know what else to say.Your a true Artist. fred k
ReplyDeleteMy Ask Record quit working. I have uninstalled it and reinstalled. When I play video nothing happens. Has anyone else experience a problem? I am running XP with Firefox. jerry
ReplyDeleteYou captured his expression so well and the robe is a story in itself. Another great carving Lynn.
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ReplyDeleteI am forever amazed by the detail that you can get into your painting. Just look at the imagery on that blanket.
All I can say is WOW!
Lynn,
ReplyDeleteI wasn't sure where to ask this type of question, but I thought I would try here first.
Do you have a schedule posted anywhere of the carving shows you will be attending this year?
Ken D.
This year I'll only be at the Dayton, Ohio show this coming November. Hope to see you there!
ReplyDeleteexcellent job- always enjoy the videos
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