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What words could ever be written to describe the beauty and grandeur of such a beautiful piece. And to dissolve those layers into a whole. Amazing skill in design and composition. Something that most carvers have no idea how to achieve. The piece holds viewers attention to look deeper into the sculpture. Thanks for taking it to an of another dimension of detail beyond normal. Es freut mich sehr, vielen hertlichen Danke!
On another note. That was a wonderful interview with Alec LaCasse. Maybe the best ever on YouTube.
Yes, exactly what Mr. Roy Almaroad said.
Yes the interview with Alec LaCasse was great!
Your online instruction has taken my carving to a whole new level and for that I am grateful, thank you Alexander.
When it comes to finishing, I am often disappointed that the seal coat changes the look of the wood from a soft buttery look to a hard crisp look. For example, the photo in Final Assessment (although it may not be glaringly visible) the Hashemi flower on the right was finished with a water based Varathane and then sprayed with Mohawk (Finishers Choice Clear Satin). The Grinling Gibbons Venetian flowers carving has no finish as yet and the softness is perceptible.
Can you advise a finish technique to maintain a soft buttery look?
Cheryl,
You are the BEST! Great job!
Regarding the finish, I’m not sure which paint sheen you are using. (Paint sheen refers to the measure of how much light a paint finish reflects, or its glossiness. This is often indicated on a lacquer label. Examples include Dead Flat, Satin, and Gloss. However, if you purchase lacquer from a professional paint store, the label will display the sheen percentage, such as 10%, 15%, or 25%. A higher percentage means the finish will be glossier.)
I typically use no higher than 15%. If you can find a 10% sheen or even “Dead Flat” at a local paint store, that would be ideal. You can also use a “Layering” finish method: apply “Dead Flat” as the main coat and, once dried, lightly spray “Satin” only on the highlights. Do not cover the entire surface. By doing so, you should retain the desired softness. Afterward, you can apply “Neutral” wax by Black Bison Liberon directly on top of the lacquer.