Monday, October 11, 2010

A New Part In His Hair!

I really like the way this Trooper turned out.  I think he's a "Classic" in that he reflects my best work in carving, painting and humor.  I'd also say originality but I'm sure there have been many other similar carvings with arrows through the hat so I'll pass that one by even though I think this guy is pretty original.
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I used some epoxy to run a few beads of sweat down his forehead and if you look at the gallery photos you can see that detail a little clearer.  I did make one mistake though...........the buckle should be square with an embossed Eagle design vs. the USA one I used.  However, as I did this one setting downtown demonstrating carving at a local festival I didn't have my research material handy so I hope you'll give me a pass.
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He stands about 10" tall with the base which is made from two pieces of   Sycamore.  One more thing.....the hat was made from that first Gabby Hayes blank I cut out.  Thanks Gabby!
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I hope you like him and as always your comments are welcomed and appreciated.
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7 comments:

  1. SlowMover(Kent)10/11/2010 11:48:00 AM

    He is a great looking trooper, and a lucky son-of-a-gun to boot. Welcome back from your vacation, that area of the country is the most beautiful area I have ever been in and I hope someday to return for an extended visit. I bet you are itching to carve again, I know I always get antsy if I don't carve for several days...looking forward to your next video project.

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  2. Anonymous10/11/2010 12:22:00 PM

    Just excellent Lynn.....from the carving detail, to painting, to your artistic touches that truly makes this a one of a kind. Is it a "keeper" for you and will you be bringing it to Dayton? Hope so.

    As to the buckle, there were/are several styles used in the Union & Confederate military from square, to rectangle, to round or oval, and from lettering of US, to USA, to CA, CC, CAA, with and without eagles, flags, regimental corps insignia etc, so that the one you created is quite apropos.

    Bottom line....it's a great carving.

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  3. Unknown10/11/2010 02:54:00 PM

    Lynn,
    Great carving, the pint really adds to it.

    BTW, I do not know if you have seen this new book about John Wayne.
    http://www.skyhorsepublishing.com/details.php?TitleID=622

    I got the info from the History Channel Club.
    Bob Blaney
    Dover Delaware

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  4. MHarnett10/13/2010 07:31:00 AM

    I like the sweat beads it adds that little extra that makes the carving special. I am sure you have posted it before but I confess I can't find it. what Kind of epoxy did you use?

    Michael Harnett

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  5. Lynn O. Doughty10/13/2010 07:34:00 AM

    I used 5 minute epoxy. Just a small drop and then pull it back toward the hat.

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  6. MHarnett10/14/2010 02:54:00 PM

    Thanks, I am going to try it.

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  7. wdpiper111/04/2010 03:05:00 PM

    Hey Lynn, He looks great. I like the USA buckle!
    (CGM)

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