Been a couple weeks since I posted any pieces because the last couple I have done have either been non-eligible for posting on Tradgang (i.e. gun kills) or were surprises for someone who frequents Tradgang.  Should be able to post that one soon as it should have been given to the person this weekend at the pig gig.

Just started work on this photo of Howard Hill.  Terry Harris, who runs the Howard Hill Southeastern Classic, asked me to do one for the auction he has to benefit the boy scouts who generously allow use of their property for the shoot.  Terry is paying for this one for the auction, but I also donated a custom plaque to be auctioned where the recipient can provide his own pic.  So, if you attend the shoot you will be able to bid on the following piece and/or the custom piece.

Here is the original pic.  Oh, and it is my understanding that Terry got permission from the Howard Hill folks for me to do this plaque and for him to auction it.

 

I am not very far along yet, but here is the current status.

Looks great. That will make someone real happy.  

Looks like lots of hard work there. You are very skilled thanks for sharing.  

What a talent you have Chip...!

I still want you to do a piece for me.  If all goes well in August I will send a PM when I get home.

John III

Very cool Chip.

That's going to be very nice indeed!

Danny

Thanks guys!

A little progress...

Looking *very* good Chip!

That is talent.

Shoot straight, Shinken

Now.....if I had the cash........

Excellent.

excellent work

What are the prices for these?

Steve,
price varies depending on the size and the photo you want done.  Best thing to do is shoot me an email with a photo you want done and I can tell you exactly what it would cost.

You can email or pm me through tradgang.

Chip

You are sickly talented.

Thanks for all the compliments!

more progress...

You have some serious pryomaniac leaning there with that level of talent burning wood to look like it was airbrushed.  

Good gravy, Gertie, but them skin tones is scary good!

Thanks, Doc!

Here is a little video I found that is related to the carving.  Thought some of you might enjoy it!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buyE2sYXU5Y

Thats awesome Chip!! I can't even begin to tell you all the comments and complments I get when people see mine!!! No one can believe it is burned....they think it is some kind of "laser etching" or something!!

Someones gonna get a classic when they win that auction for sure!!!

Thats sweet work man.

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