WIP Snow Owl Project with tools Oct 28 2017 update
Aug 4, 2016 8:14:43 GMT -5
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Post by kk on Aug 4, 2016 8:14:43 GMT -5
OK, as requested, here is the progress of my current project from the beginning with all the tools listed.
Throughout this project (owl and Lizard)I use only one tool really. A Fordome equivalent, I don't use Foot-pedal so it runs at a constant 22k RPM.
Bought this agate for its skin rather than the carving that is already there.
Used cheap Chinese blades to cut off two sections for use here
After cutting I see an Owl and Lizard in the cuts.
Here are the burs/shapes that I will use for the project. Easy to list ahead of time, as they are nearly always the same.
So I start with number one burs for heavy removal and basic shape.
And number two burs for getting a smother background and curvature.
As you can see the top of the owl project has come off, so no more shelter. But as I saw the crack early, I was able to keep the ears under the crack-line in anticipation of the break. If it held out, fine, now broken, still fine! Don't ever get discouraged by possible mistakes and or mishaps. I seem to learn most from projects where I had to adapt to new conditions.
And slowly the owl comes into view:
Number 3 burs come next from tomorrow onward. Still have to figure out the legs of the lizard to conform to the agate. So there is a big holdup, but should get two legs into place tomorrow.
Till here for now, thanks for looking, Kurt
Throughout this project (owl and Lizard)I use only one tool really. A Fordome equivalent, I don't use Foot-pedal so it runs at a constant 22k RPM.
Bought this agate for its skin rather than the carving that is already there.
Used cheap Chinese blades to cut off two sections for use here
After cutting I see an Owl and Lizard in the cuts.
Here are the burs/shapes that I will use for the project. Easy to list ahead of time, as they are nearly always the same.
So I start with number one burs for heavy removal and basic shape.
And number two burs for getting a smother background and curvature.
As you can see the top of the owl project has come off, so no more shelter. But as I saw the crack early, I was able to keep the ears under the crack-line in anticipation of the break. If it held out, fine, now broken, still fine! Don't ever get discouraged by possible mistakes and or mishaps. I seem to learn most from projects where I had to adapt to new conditions.
And slowly the owl comes into view:
Number 3 burs come next from tomorrow onward. Still have to figure out the legs of the lizard to conform to the agate. So there is a big holdup, but should get two legs into place tomorrow.
Till here for now, thanks for looking, Kurt
