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The interesting challenge of...

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  There is two ways to look at projects "or hobbies." Yes, it does depend on the hobby to a point. The first is material which you use to create the artwork. The second way is the tools required to have success. You can explore both the material and the tools. This has been an interesting challenge for me, because I have many options to explore, try, and of course learn different skills.  Which brings me to the bell. This bell has been on my parents house for over 20 yrs and honestly cant remember nor can my parents. I of course, have gone random inspiration many times. Its interesting to what you act on, and what you don't. The advise which I have is this "learn and have fun." If you set limits on yourself you hobby, skills and adventure will only go so far.  The first step was some research to learn the process. I have done a little work with brass. I took a leap of faith and had some fun. The result is speechless. Yes, its not perfect but the first time, and ...
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Its true, the chain is one piece. (video)

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I was brave and had some fun with this one. I attempted to weave the chain through the wood. I do really like it. Let me know if you want me to post the unedited video of the process.  
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The tools are just as or more intimidating when starting

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 Its hard to know what tools to buy when your starting out. In my 4 years of experience I have tried multiple different ones. The picking is simple with keeping this in mind.     1-     Cost          - Average is important to start because to cheap it will break easy. The second is to expensive can cause fear and other hiccups as well. Especially since its guaranteed there will be failures starting out.      2   -    Size          -     Its important because there is pro and cons with each. Bigger tends to have more power, however versatility cant be harder especially for the smaller and finer details.      Bigger also can be harder to hold     -     Smaller: better for fine details and general carving. Usually not the best when you need to remove alot of bulk material. There is better options. (This is project specific) 3- How it feels in...
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No Fluff, Drawing is scary

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This video is my explanation of drawing tips that I have found work for me. Like graph peppermint, I mean graph paper.  Stencil application with how to line is up, mounting to the work piece. Also my biggest headache of removing the stencil to soon.   
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Did I just ruin the project?

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  I will first start by saying, drawing a butterfly is harder then expected. I wanted the heart to be included for the inspiration of the piece. I will relieve that later. I came up with the design and of course butterflies are symmetrical which again "drawing difficult. Especially when you have curves are involved. Now the tricky question is. What option are you going to use? Or well, how are you going to make the art come to life. The options that I have in my arsenal is to "paint it" (not my ideal option, and still need alot of practice.) Painting for me is a fun way to mix things up, especially if I am not sure "how to." The second option is to wood burn it. It am getting better at this but I still have plenty to learn. Especially when it comes to different wood types. I was away that different kinds of woods burn differently. "yes some are toxic so do your research and stay staff." I can attest after this project, hard wood with straight ish grai...
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Spur of the moment video breakdown

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The breakdown video The regular Video I am certainly not a public speaker, and this was my first attempt. It was not scripted and spur of the moment for what I saw in the video. Ultimate goal is to point out important parts, keep in simple, and to the point. Still in the working out and figure out the formula for my idea. But have to start somewhere.  
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Highlight history video

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 Its been fun making these highlights history episodes.  Im thinking about making a mix of how and execution breakdown videos. But with a twist there simple and to the point. Yes, ive been 2 so far of the "No Fluff". 
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Simple Tips for "How to start" which is the hardest

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  To the point tips for crafting   1-                      First step is always the hardest a.     There are many different crafts don’t hesitate to try multiple crafts to find “WHAT YOU LIKE.” 2-                      It’s your journey and crafting investment a.     Keep it simple b.     Be patient with                                                     i.       Yourself             ...
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Historical highlights episode 3

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The illusion project (video)

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