[Woodcarver] Re: waterfall

[Ramsey]

I recently finished a set of bi-fold doors that have a waterfall 
carved on them.  After studying photographs I decided to carve the 
falling parts of the water smooth and to add a flowing texture around 
the rocks.  The water should stand proud of the rocks to a certain 
degree to get the feel of flowing it over the rocks.  From past 
experience,  I've found it necessary to practice restraint in adding 
too much detail to the water.  A big part of the look of water is the 
reflection of light.  Very difficult to imply in unpainted wood. This 
is probably not an issue with a painted sign but my past failures at 
creating convincing water led me to try adding color to the water. 
I not completely happy with the result but it's my best attempt yet 
at carving a waterfall.

Here's a link to a photo of the completed doors.
http://www.picturetrail.com/telecarver
-- 
Ron Ramsey
http://www.carvedbyramsey.com

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