Painted Carving

[Bugle]

A couple of weeks ago, I asked for feedback on my first attempt at painting a carving and received some very good advice. Here is what I originally posted:

It is part of a napkin holder pattern in the latest issue of Woodcarving Illustrated.

I decided to tackle the whole piece. (I need a better camera and setup)

There are a few things I don't like, and I don't know if I will continue to try painting (I like the look of natural wood too much!), but it was fun to try.

 

[Glennbear]

I think it turned out great Preston :icon_thum leaving portions unpainted makes it obvious that it was hand carved from real wood as opposed to being cast in synthetic material. :wsmile:

 

[CarvedTones]

Great job! I also prefer to see the wood grain, but it's difficult to get details with bright colors and/or contrast on a single piece of wood without paint. Nice job with the carving as well.

 

[nelsone]

I prefer natural wood too, but some carvings benefit from paint and I think this one looks great! Nice job:icon_thum

 

[cskipper]

Great looking project. You could thin your paint so it is more of a wash. That way you would get the benefit of the color, and still see the grain.

 

[Dean Maiorano]

Nicely done. Your paint work is very clean, very exact. Skill like that makes Christmas presents a whole lot cheaper...at least in terms of money, not time!

 

[Sealeveler]

Turned out great,like the wash idea too to show a little grain.
Tony