steveorino 7 #1 April 15, 2011 When it is too windy to jump, I carve. What do you think? Would they sell? steveOrino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thrillstalker 0 #2 April 15, 2011 yes. very cool."Never grow a wishbone, where your backbone ought to be." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZigZagMarquis 9 #3 April 15, 2011 That's cool Steve. Wish I had that skill. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CarrieByTheSea 0 #4 April 15, 2011 Yes, they would absolutely sell! And, I remember your fantastic Halloween pumpkins. Have you looked into local art shows? We live in a very artsy beach town/s that has many upscale art galleries, shows, festivals and "art walks". Art walks are once/month and open to just about anyone. If your stuff sells enough, perhaps you might get a tent at an art festival for two days and possibly have your pieces commissioned for a gallery. As far as wood: I have seen tiki-post carvings and a ton of sea-life-inspired wood carvings that go anywhere from $75 to more than a thousand. 90% of our decor is original works. You could call me an art whore and I would not slap you. Some women want diamonds; I want art--mostly glass, metal sculpture and paintings. But, my hunny loves the wood stuff. We have an eclectic mix, but all ocean-inspired. Ever carve a loggerhead sea turtle? "Nature is cruel, but we don't have to be." ~ Temple Grandin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squirrel 0 #5 April 15, 2011 i bet they would! a good way to fund jump tickets. ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveorino 7 #6 April 16, 2011 I have about 12 things ready for a local Tulsa Art show.Of course, I only like about 3-4 of them. (like this one) If you have ever worked with wood ... you know this guy (SPLINTER) steveOrino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JerseyShawn 0 #7 April 16, 2011 Very effin' cool! Im always in awe of people who can carve/sculpt. I wish i could do it. The closest I get to sculpting is doing off center lathe work, which gives turnings an odd neat look. You can sell your stuff on etsy.com I've sold a few pieces on there. They've got some creative people selling stuff on there. Im a luthier/furniture builder/museum exhibit builder. Here's a few pics of stuff I've made, since you like woodworking. Again, nice work man. Edit: Uploads didn't work from my phone. Camping at my DZ for the weekend, post them on Sunday when i have a real computer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shell666 0 #8 April 16, 2011 Quote I have about 12 things ready for a local Tulsa Art show.Of course, I only like about 3-4 of them. (like this one) If you have ever worked with wood ... you know this guy (SPLINTER) Those are amazing!!! You are VERY talented. 'Shell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CarrieByTheSea 0 #9 April 16, 2011 Quote I have about 12 things ready for a local Tulsa Art show.Of course, I only like about 3-4 of them. (like this one) Sounds like an artist to me! I paint every so often and later throw out 98% of my works. It makes my friends and family angry, as they are always telling me they want it/do not throw it out. But, it will start to really bother me. Even if I put it out of sight, I know it is still there. I do not feel better until it is out of the house and in the garbage can. Keep us posted on how the art show goes and keep the photos coming. "Nature is cruel, but we don't have to be." ~ Temple Grandin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #11 April 16, 2011 Outstanding (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
david3 0 #12 April 16, 2011 Quote Ever carve a loggerhead sea turtle? I have carved a few up for soup. Does that count? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveorino 7 #13 April 16, 2011 Here are a few others steveOrino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIGUN 1,402 #14 April 16, 2011 Steve, when it comes to art... is there anything you can't do?Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CarrieByTheSea 0 #15 April 16, 2011 Grumpy is great; I can see a line of those going quickly. Where do you get your wood? I love VivaTerra and other eco-recycled home decor & furnishings. Not long ago, my husband drove by a new construction area and sadly, they had cut down some gorgeous, fat trees. He asked if he could have some of the pieces and the guys were great and chopped them down in thick ring slices for him to get in his truck. He is supposed to make me some cool chairs, loosely inspired by these but more elaborate/less "Hi, I am a stool". If all goes well, I might commission him for more pieces. "Nature is cruel, but we don't have to be." ~ Temple Grandin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PiLFy 3 #16 April 16, 2011 Those are very good, Steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conundrum 1 #17 April 16, 2011 Those are awesome! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveorino 7 #18 April 17, 2011 Quote Those are very good, Steve Chisels and dremels ... and sand paper, and nail files, and steel wool steveOrino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PiLFy 3 #19 April 17, 2011 Oops, I meant a dremel. People love buying that sort of thing for decorating their gardens & such. You should do very well @your showing. Good Luck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveorino 7 #20 April 22, 2011 A few more I did this week ... BTW, I sold FRANK to a guy for $100! steveOrino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveorino 7 #21 April 24, 2011 2000 foot ceiling today. Check out this guy! steveOrino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #22 April 24, 2011 Quote 2000 foot ceiling today. Check out this guy! Cheach said its a good thing she came to Florida this weekend. "I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #23 April 24, 2011 Quote 2000 foot ceiling today. Check out this guy! How long does it take you to carve one of those?My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
headoverheels 333 #24 April 24, 2011 I have five similar pieces hanging on my wall. I bought them about 25 years ago. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveorino 7 #25 April 24, 2011 Quote Quote 2000 foot ceiling today. Check out this guy! How long does it take you to carve one of those? 2-3 hours steveOrino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
