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Raffertiki
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From: L.I.
|  Posted: 2005-07-26 4:19 pm Permalink
Surfin, I too try different styles, but they all seem to look similar, somehow.
Octane, I think the crossed arms will be a recurring theme for me. It makes it a "protector tiki" and damn if I don't give them a lot of good mojo for the rightful owner.
Sam, the next one is already started. I'm way outto my league with it, but I'm going to try.
Thanks guys.
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Benzart
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From: Port Saint Lucie, Florida
| Posted: 2005-07-26 5:43 pm Permalink
Raffer, thats the best way to improve your carving skills. Reach higher and try something you think is beyond your skill level. What happens is that you will find a way to "Solve" the problems when you get to them. When you are done, your skill level will be much higher. You have already come a long way since you first started asking us "Carvers" how to stop the hurting hands or something like that. We have All watched your tikis continually get better and better and you have developed a "Raffertiki" style that is very distinguishably yours.
Keep up the good work and keep reaching for that Next level. You CAN Do it.
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SCTikiShack
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Joined: Aug 02, 2004
Posts: 151 | Posted: 2005-07-27 08:43 am Permalink
Raffertiki,
A while ago you asked me how long it took to develop my style, it looks like that is a question I should be asking you. The latest tiki you created is outstanding. It kind of reminds me of some of the tough guy surfers around here who like to hang around the cliffs and vibe people. It has the tattoos and smashed nose all it needs is a forty ouncer. I always look forward to seeing your new ideas.
Will
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Raffertiki
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From: L.I.
| Posted: 2005-07-27 2:43 pm Permalink
Yeah Benz, it's kind of like training for a marathon, you keep running a little farther each time until you can haul the entire 26.2 miles. Except there is no finishline in site with carving. Who knows where it will take you? And thank you for the inspiration.
Wow thanks SC. The new one is going to be completely different from what I've done so far. Hopefully I can measure up to the challenge.
By the way, on 2 occasions I've found 2 different Praying Mantises on the head of the new one. Would you guys consider it a sign?
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hewey
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From: Sydney, Australia
| Posted: 2005-07-27 9:56 pm Permalink
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By the way, on 2 occasions I've found 2 different Praying Mantises on the head of the new one. Would you guys consider it a sign?
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Its a sign that this tiki attracts preying mantis. The mantis gods smile upon you.
Nice work on that last too. Looks great with the stain.
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Raffertiki
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From: L.I.
| Posted: 2005-08-27 3:07 pm Permalink
Okay it's been a while since I've posted any carving pics, but a business trip killed one weekend, and working on my bathroom all but killed another one. But enough of zees lame excuses. Here are 3 views of the Headhunter I've been working on.
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Raffertiki
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| Posted: 2005-08-27 3:08 pm Permalink
I forgot to mention, I'm going to drill a hole in his hands so he will be holding a tiki torch.
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saxotica
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Joined: May 03, 2005
Posts: 213 | Posted: 2005-08-27 3:16 pm Permalink
awesome!
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Benzart
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From: Port Saint Lucie, Florida
| Posted: 2005-08-27 5:58 pm Permalink
Raffer, this guy is reallyway Out there. I Love it. A Tiki wearing a tiki mask andwhat, a hula skirt?? What ever it is I think this one is really going to be an Awesome one.
Keep these guys coming...
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teaKEY
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From: The thumb !
| Posted: 2005-08-27 6:01 pm Permalink
Its well done with lots of character. One of your best.
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congatiki
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Joined: Jun 01, 2004
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From: wisconsin northwoods
| Posted: 2005-08-27 6:48 pm Permalink
raffer this one is really nice...you are coming up with
some great ideas...fantastic effort!
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yumyumkid
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Joined: Oct 05, 2004
Posts: 93
From: Northern FL
| Posted: 2005-08-27 8:06 pm Permalink
Thumbs up on this guy. How tall is he? If you posted that info, I missed it.
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Sam Gambino
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| Posted: 2005-08-27 8:23 pm Permalink
You are still a carving maniac! Interruptions or not! Lookin very cool, Raffertiki...
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Sam Gambino
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| Posted: 2005-08-27 9:12 pm Permalink
By the way, Raffertiki, how tall is he? Will you paint or just stain this one? A little color would make the mask look cool!
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The Sperm Whale
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Joined: Aug 23, 2004
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From: Lakewood California
| Posted: 2005-08-27 9:21 pm Permalink
Way to go Raffertiki!! That gut is really cool. I can see what you ment by pushing the envelope!!
Later,
Spermy
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