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  1. 9th February 2018, 11:46 AM #1
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    Default "laochra aingeal

    I have been wanting to make a piece that reflects my heritage " Celtic" I'm Scottish, Irish, Welch and English. I started this piece back in December it's 90% hand carved after turning the main body on the lathe. I'm calling this one "laochra aingeal" (angel warriors)
    11" W x 12" T Sapele & Sterling Silver. I did take some help from a Dremel on this piece grinding away some large bits w/ a 60 grit drum sander, the rest I carved w/ the same tools I used on my other pieces and I got two new sets of carving tools for Christmas. Also for Christmas I got a new camera and some lighting I'm still learning how to use the equipment. C&C always welcome.
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  3. 9th February 2018, 04:16 PM #2
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    Excellent piece.

    OT: My only suggestion is a bit of post processing of the photos could bring out the details, especially in the angel, e.g. have a look at ON1 Raw, or Affinity Photo e.g. https://youtu.be/t__rw3EjC18 or for free Raw Therapee which is good but not as easy to drive.
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  4. 9th February 2018, 07:17 PM #3
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    Very nicely done Bruce.

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  5. 10th February 2018, 01:34 AM #4
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    Thank you guys still working on the photos.
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  6. 10th February 2018, 09:59 AM #5
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    Very different!! An intriguing and well made piece!!
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    Very nice and impressive.
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    You have more patience than a segmented woodturner, beautiful piece of work.

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    fantastic work there Splinterz
    I'm trying to improve my photography too. The lighting is really annoying me! I'm gonna try outdoors with natural light I think.
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    Thanks guys a few more views.
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    Excellent piece.
    Could have really used one of those last night.
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    I liked that as soon as I saw it, even more after reading the story. I too am of Scottish descent.

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    Quote Originally Posted by powderpost View Post
    I liked that as soon as I saw it, even more after reading the story. I too am of Scottish descent.

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    Thank you very much Jim I'm not sure very many are feeling the same way about this piece or they just don't know what to say at all.
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    Very skilled & detailed handwork there - most impressive.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Hardenfast View Post
    Very skilled & detailed handwork there - most impressive.
    Thank you very kindly Hardenfast.
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