scrapartoz Posted April 8, 2012 Author Share Posted April 8, 2012 THANK YOU Customknives and Mat. Ive had a good break fom this so i will be posting some progress shots of the swagman's dog in a week or so. cheers andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kustomsteel Posted April 12, 2012 Share Posted April 12, 2012 No matter the scale you really nail the gesture and proportions perfectly, fantastic work!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapartoz Posted April 19, 2012 Author Share Posted April 19, 2012 thank you customsteel I have started on the dog that will accompany the 'swagman' The sequence so far is as follows: 1. build the head first. think about size of complete piece and any 'facial attitude' you want to show 2 .next build a simple 'jig' that will enable you to pose that head anywhere/ anyhow in a 3D space. This jig will include a movable base with both height adjustment and horizontal rotation. = A. Plus 2x mild steel4mm rods that will permit posing (by bending) on the vertical rotational plane = X, and a "universal joint" made from 2 bolts and nuts (each with a second 'lock nut' for fixing once the desired 3d position has been found.)= 1&2 3. Draw a PLAN(looking down view ) in chalk on the workbench base plate then explore gesture and position of the head using the 'jig' 4 install vertical wire posts along centre line of body 5 Design ,explore ,mount and adjust a 3d "dorsal line" (spine) on to the vertical wire posts) USE CURVES ! 6 Design and build a primary mounting frame (Blue box RHS steel) that will fit inside the established dimension (this will include vertcal cavities to house pins that will be mounted in the concrete) 7 make adjustments and then comit to a specific gesture and attitude of the subject. The final positioning of head is not done until body is nearly complete as it is at that time that you will see what looks "just right" 8. next start searching for the largest parts you can find that might complete the body shape. Attach these to primary frame then remove any attachment to the workbench. This will allow you to turn the work upside down to do 'hidden' welds and improvements to stength by insalling struts between components. minor adjustments to feet will avoid exact bilateral symetry and add realism to the stance. more pics in a week or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapartoz Posted April 22, 2012 Author Share Posted April 22, 2012 Progress shots. The dog has a fair bit more work to go. its final position will be close to the man looking up into his eyes. The dogs tail is broken from a fight with another dog . cheers.a. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tzonoqua Posted April 22, 2012 Share Posted April 22, 2012 great stuff, very clever incorporating a moveable head!!! I like the position in the third pic, what expression!! although, I think you are right that the dog should be looking up at his master as they do and creating a dynamic between the two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bentiron1946 Posted April 22, 2012 Share Posted April 22, 2012 Great looking dog! You must have a wonderful relationship with your own dog to get it that good. :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapartoz Posted April 23, 2012 Author Share Posted April 23, 2012 Thank you Colleen and Bentiron 1946. The "movable head" will be welded firmly in place once the "right" pose is found. We have 6 dogs on the farm and yes they are an important part of our life. The dogs tail is too long ( looks a bit like a lion cub when the dog's head is removed) so i will make a few changes there. I will keep the 'broken tail' look as that is in keeping with the commonality that the two travellers share.= outcast ,unatractive , damaged . The real story is about the strong bond these two friends share in hard times. cheers scrap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapartoz Posted April 28, 2012 Author Share Posted April 28, 2012 Finished! Now waiting on inspection by purchasing committee who will decide how they want it placed in their town. Next project is something botanical. cheers andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iron woodrow Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 you are a true artist mate! i look forward to more of your work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kustomsteel Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 This just blows me away! Well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Kehler Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 That Sir, is wonderful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tzonoqua Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 wow, awesome. Perfect silouettes... I hope they pay you well for your talent because you deserve it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seldom (dick renker) Posted April 29, 2012 Share Posted April 29, 2012 your work is amazing. i keep waiting for everything to move and breath. great stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dillon Sculpture Posted April 29, 2012 Share Posted April 29, 2012 Its truly amazing how much life you bring to your sculptures, can't wait to see your next piece. When you showing at Bondi? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapartoz Posted April 30, 2012 Author Share Posted April 30, 2012 Iron John Kustomsteel Jim Colleen Seldom & Danger: THANK YOU your posts encourage me to continue this metal maddness when I want to give up As these things take months to complete its easy to loose ones enthusiasm but thanks to you folk I finished it! Danger : I tried to enter something a year or so ago in Bondi with no luck so Ive put it on the back burner. When I have no other work ( and 6- 8 months spare ) I will plan and construct another piece that will hopefully be selected for that show. cheers Andrew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dillon Sculpture Posted April 30, 2012 Share Posted April 30, 2012 Andrew keep trying your work deserves a place in the show. I've been shot down many times as well. The definition of a great sculptor- bad back, two wives and too stubborn to give up! :blink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dehans Posted May 1, 2012 Share Posted May 1, 2012 Andrew, do you have a web site? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapartoz Posted May 1, 2012 Author Share Posted May 1, 2012 Andrew, do you have a web site? Yes dehans. if you search either Andrew Whitehead sculpture or SCRAPARTOZ.COM you will find me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dehans Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 Andrew, I tried accessing your website but it continually takes me to a different site. Not sure why. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapartoz Posted May 2, 2012 Author Share Posted May 2, 2012 Andrew, I tried accessing your website but it continually takes me to a different site. Not sure why. No sure whats going on . my website is hosted by a friend at Heretic Press. if you follow the search it still should take you to my website ( i just checked and it seemed to be in order) If however, you are a known hacker or from an institution (eg Uni or school) that has allready had multiple visits the site might be blocking you.I am sure how he(heretic press ) has got it rigged but its meant to keep out the bad guys. try again please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiselart Posted May 25, 2012 Share Posted May 25, 2012 Hi scrapartoz! great work!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapartoz Posted May 29, 2012 Author Share Posted May 29, 2012 Hi scrapartoz! great work!!! Thank you chisel art. Where are you based? Is that Redgum burl you have as the sculptured image on your avatar? cheers Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiselart Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 My pleasure!!! I'm in Edenhope vic. It is Redgum, beautiful wood to carve in. I love your work!!! , where can I see some of your "Masterpiece Metal Sculptures"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapartoz Posted June 5, 2012 Author Share Posted June 5, 2012 My pleasure!!! I'm in Edenhope vic. It is Redgum, beautiful wood to carve in. I love your work!!! , where can I see some of your "Masterpiece Metal Sculptures"? thanks Chiselart if your up near Corowa on the border Im 45min North of there you can see my stuff at parks in Morundah Urana Lockhart and Boree Ck( all within 1 hour of Urana - home) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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